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Emboldened by Trump, Serbia’s Leader Cracks Down on Activist Groups NYT » World News Roiled by months of nationwide protests it blames on foreign meddling, Serbia has sent the police in to raid groups that received funds from U.S.A.I.D.

Europe Retaliates Against Trump’s Tariffs as Trade Fight Widens NYT » World News The European Union responded to American steel and aluminum tariffs with its own tariffs on boats and bourbon — and pledges of more to come.

In Trump’s Shadow, Greenland Votes for a New Government NYT » World News President Trump has expressed a desire to “get” Greenland, but the party that won Tuesday’s election is in no rush to change the status quo.

Chinese Warships Circle Australia and Leave It Feeling ‘Near Naked’ NYT » World News The unusual deployment by three navy ships over the past month has prompted a debate in Australia about its aging fleet and reliance on the United States.

Online Influencer Is Killed While Livestreaming in Tokyo NYT » World News Police in Japan have charged a man with the murder, saying he was a follower who had tracked her location by the buildings behind her as she filmed herself.

Trump’s Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Take Effect NYT » World News President Trump imposed a 25 percent tariff on metal imports. The move is expected to raise costs for U.S. manufacturers of cars, solar panels and other products, potentially slowing the economy.

Wednesday Briefing NYT » World News U.S. aid to Ukraine is back on.

Young Professionals Are Increasingly Turning to Boring Small-Business Niches NYT » World News Younger would-be chief executives are increasingly seeking profits — and freedom from the 9-to-5 — by pivoting from corporate jobs into often unglamorous small-business niches.

An Unexpected Trump Bump for the World’s Centrists NYT » World News As President Trump’s “shock and awe” policies radiate around the world, they are galvanizing support for moderate leaders and unifying Europe.

Trump Pulls Back Plans to Double Canadian Metal Tariffs After Ontario Relents NYT » World News The president had threatened to hit Canadian metals with 50 percent tariffs but opted not to go ahead after Ontario lifted a charge on U.S. electricity.

Power, Money, Territory: How Trump Shook the World in 50 Days NYT » World News The system America took 80 years to assemble proved surprisingly fragile in the face of Trump’s assault, a revolution in how the country exercises power across the globe.

Wednesday Briefing: U.S. Resumes Aid to Ukraine NYT » World News Plus, a tale of two Rwandas.

Meghan Sussex? Even Meghan Markle’s Last Name Inspires Debates. NYT » World News The Duchess of Sussex caused a stir on “With Love, Meghan” when she said Sussex was her last name. But does that break from royal tradition?

Portugal’s Government Falls in No-Confidence Vote After Just a Year NYT » World News The vote in Parliament will force new elections, the third in little more than three years.

Russia Begins Assault on Ukrainian-Occupied Town of Sudzha in Kursk Region NYT » World News Moscow’s military advances on the town of Sudzha may deprive Kyiv of a bargaining chip in peace talks.

Duterte’s Arrest Shows Power and Limits of the International Criminal Court NYT » World News The arrest represents a significant victory for the I.C.C., but only a narrow set of circumstances made it possible.

Israel and Lebanon Agree to Talks on Border, Long a Source of Tension NYT » World News Officials say negotiations would also include the future of Israeli military outposts in Lebanon and of Lebanese prisoners still held in Israel.

Man Arrested on Suspicion of Manslaughter After Ship Hits Tanker in North Sea NYT » World News The 59-year-old man was arrested after a container ship struck an oil tanker in the North Sea on Monday. A crew member was presumed dead after an extensive search was called off.

U.S.A.I.D. Official Orders Employees to Shred or Burn Classified and Personnel Records NYT » World News A union representing career diplomats demanded that the aid agency follow the Federal Records Act. Some documents could be relevant in court cases.

Europe Weighs Peacekeeping Role in Ukraine Amid Trump’s Embrace of Russia NYT » World News The deeper discussion of a European force comes amid rising anger and dismay over President Trump’s embrace of Russia and abandonment of traditional allies.