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Josette Molland’s Testimony: Scenes of Life in Nazi Camps NYT » World News In her 80s, she created a series of paintings depicting the horrors she endured in forced-labor camps during World War II.

Thursday Briefing: Haley Drops Out NYT » World News Also, Israel-Hamas talks stall before Ramadan.

Israel-Hamas Talks Over Hostage Releases and a Cease-Fire Stall NYT » World News Officials say Hamas has continued to press Israel for a commitment to a permanent cease-fire after a multistage release of all hostages, but Israel has refused.

Haiti Gangs Press Prime Minister to Step Down NYT » World News The power struggle in Haiti is raising pressure on the United States to ease tensions while casting doubt on plans for a Kenyan-led security mission.

Who are the Houthis? NYT » World News Houthis gather for an address by their leader, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, in Sana, Yemen, last month.

Russians Flock to Navalny’s Grave as They Grapple With His Legacy NYT » World News The loss of the optimism in the face of oppression espoused by Aleksei Navalny, Russia’s most prominent opposition leader, has hit many Russians hard. Now, as one mourner said, “I don’t have any vision of the future.”

Zelensky and Greek Leader Were in Odesa as Russia Attacked NYT » World News Neither was hurt and it was unclear whether the Russian Army was targeting them.

In Gaza, Truce Talks Evoke Tangle of Emotions NYT » World News “It’s a form of psychological torture,” said one man in Rafah. “It’s unbearable. We’re told one day that the war is ending and then the opposite the next day.”

Ukraine’s First Lady Declines Invitation to State of the Union Address NYT » World News Olena Zelenska’s office cited a scheduling conflict. The Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya also declined an invitation.

What Happened to MH370? What We Know About the Malaysia Airlines Flight. NYT » World News The disappearance of the Malaysia Airlines flight has remained one the greatest aviation mysteries of all time. A new search may begin soon.

Israel Rejects New Restrictions to Aqsa Mosque During Ramadan NYT » World News As the Muslim holy month of Ramadan approaches, the move may reduce tensions at the Aqsa Mosque compound, which has long been a flashpoint for unrest.

Israeli War Cabinet Member to Meet With UK Foreign Secretary NYT » World News David Cameron, the British foreign secretary, had strong words for Israel, saying he intended to convey to Benny Gantz that the country must do more to increase the amount of aid reaching Gaza.

Ukraine’s Retreat From Avdiivka Under Russia’s Harrowing Attacks NYT » World News The fall of the city, when it came in mid-February, was brutal and fast. Soldiers fought for their lives. Many did not make it.

Wednesday Briefing NYT » World News A big day in American politics.

International Court Accuses 2 Russian Officers of War Crimes in Ukraine NYT » World News Arrest warrants were issued by the International Criminal Court for two military officials, a general and an admiral, both accused of targeting civilians and destroying crucial energy infrastructure.

Venezuela Announces Election Date, With Opposition Candidate Still Banned NYT » World News The decision to hold a vote on July 28 is a partial fulfillment of a commitment to the United States, but with the top opposition figure barred, many wondered how free and fair the balloting would be.

Israel Sees Vindication in U.N.’s Report, but Tensions Between Them Rise NYT » World News A U.N. inquiry found support for Israel’s allegations of sexual violence in the Hamas-led Oct. 7 attack, but they remain bitterly at odds over the war in the Gaza Strip.

Panama Bans Martinelli From Running in Presidential Election NYT » World News The electoral tribunal disqualified Ricardo Martinelli, saying he was ineligible to run because of his conviction for money laundering and sentencing to more than five years in prison.

How U.K. Media Is Covering Kate, Princess of Wales Amid Conspiracies NYT » World News In a country where the health struggles of even public figures are generally viewed as out of bounds, journalists are trying to balance the right to privacy with a thirst for royal stories.

Wednesday Briefing: Americans Vote on Super Tuesday NYT » World News Also, China’s ambitious growth goal and this year’s winner of the Pritzker Prize.