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Maria Teresa Horta, the Last of Portugal’s ‘Three Marias,’ Dies at 87 NYT » World News The book on which she collaborated with two fellow feminists drew global attention to the repression of women under their country’s dictatorship.

Trump Claims the U.S. Has Authority to ‘Take’ Gaza NYT » World News His remarks came in a meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan, who demurred when asked by reporters about the idea and said the two nations should consult with other Arab nations, including Egypt.

In Overture to Trump, Palestinian Leader Mahmoud Abbas Ends Payments for Prisoners NYT » World News The United States and Israel have long condemned the payment of stipends to families of Palestinian prisoners involved in attacks on Israel.

Ukrainian Lawmakers Approve Contentious Purchase of Nuclear Reactors NYT » World News Opponents of the project say it is costly, will take far too long to strengthen Ukraine’s battered power supply and opens the door to corruption.

What International Law Says About Trump’s Proposal to Remove Palestinians From Gaza NYT » World News Taking over the enclave, forcing Palestinians to leave and preventing them from returning would be clear violations of international law, experts say.

Nations Denounce Trump Tariff on Metals and Warn of Retaliation NYT » World News Canada, Mexico and European countries criticized President Trump’s levies on steel and aluminum with fears that they could ignite a global trade war.

Pope Criticizes Trump’s Deportation of Migrants, Calling It a Violation of Dignity NYT » World News In a letter to American bishops, Francis leveled unusually direct criticism at the administration on an issue he has made central to his papacy.

Gaza Cease-Fire Deal Hangs in the Balance Ahead of Trump’s Meeting With Jordan’s King NYT » World News Hamas and President Trump have threatened to upend the cease-fire. Analysts say those words could prove hollow, but the deal still may not last beyond early March.

Luis Rubiales, Spain’s Former Top Soccer Official, Testifies About Kissing Star Player NYT » World News Luis Rubiales said that when he kissed Jennifer Hermoso on the lips, it was just a sign of affection after the country’s national team had won the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

Vance, in First Foreign Speech, Tells Europe That U.S. Will Dominate A.I. NYT » World News Speaking in Paris at an artificial intelligence summit, the vice president gave an America First vision of the technology — with the U.S. dominating the chips, the software and the rules.

Jordan’s King Faces a Bind as He Meets With Trump NYT » World News King Abdullah II, a close U.S. ally dependent on aid from Washington, is confronting the president’s demands that he take in Palestinians from Gaza, a step the king’s domestic politics will not allow.

Can European ‘Boots on the Ground’ Help Protect Ukraine’s Security? NYT » World News Deterring Russia from re-invading Ukraine, once this war ends, could require 150,000 troops and American help with air cover, intelligence and missile defense, experts say.

Gaza Cease-Fire Deal’s Long-Term Future Is Bleak, Analysts Say NYT » World News Hamas and President Trump have threatened to upend the cease-fire. Analysts say those comments could prove hollow, but the deal still may not last beyond early March.

Israel’s Security Cabinet Meets as Pressure on Hamas Cease-Fire Rises NYT » World News After Hamas said it would postpone the next release of Israeli hostages, President Trump demanded that all hostages be released Saturday or “all hell is going to break out.”

Jordan’s King Faces a Bind as He Meets With Trump NYT » World News King Abdullah II, a close U.S. ally dependent on aid from Washington, is confronting the president’s demands that he take in Palestinians from Gaza, a step the king’s domestic politics will not allow.

Germany’s Would-Be Chancellor Tries to Get Back on Cruise Control NYT » World News Dogged by protesters, but apparently safe from damage in the polls, Friedrich Merz is putting a failed immigration gambit behind him.

Tuesday Briefing NYT » World News Here’s what you need to know.

More Than 150 World War II Bombs Found Under Playground in England NYT » World News The devices found during construction work were practice bombs, which can be harmful. Officials said there could be more.

Trump Says He Could Cut Aid to Jordan and Egypt Over Gaza Development Plan NYT » World News The president turned up the pressure on the two nations to agree to his plan for them to house the Palestinian population of Gaza and said the Palestinians would not have the right to return to the territory.

U.N. Suspends Humanitarian Work in Yemeni Area Over Houthi Hold More Staff NYT » World News The total employees arrested since 2021 has risen to 24, a U.N. spokesman said. The Iran-backed Houthis have held them on murky charges of espionage and foreign intervention.