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Mexico Joins List of Latin American Nations That Have Elected Female Presidents NYT » World News In contrast to the United States, the region has had more than a dozen female leaders, many in democracies that were once under the sway of authoritarian governments.

Nigel Farage Says He Will Run in U.K. Election, in Blow to Conservatives NYT » World News The champion of Brexit reversed his previous pledge not to stand for Parliament, in a boost to his Reform Party, which hopes to take seats from the governing Conservatives.

Floods Break Dams and Submerge Highways in Southern Germany NYT » World News Several towns declared states of emergency and evacuated citizens as water submerged streets and highways and derailed a high-speed train.

In Former Soviet States, a Tug of War Between East and West NYT » World News Geopolitical rivalry, intensified by fighting in Ukraine, is amplifying domestic struggles in countries like Georgia and Moldova whose people are split on which side to support.

Intense Heat in Delhi Leaves Water in Short Supply NYT » World News A heat wave has left water in short supply across India’s capital region. The poorest are left to crowd around tankers to get whatever they can.

Middle East Crisis: Israel’s Offensive in Southern Gaza Strains Ties With Egypt NYT » World News The Israeli military’s operation in Rafah, on the Egyptian border, risks upsetting a delicate peace that has been a pillar of its national security for decades.

What Are Eco-Friendly Ways to Control Backyard Bugs? NYT » World News Meet the “bucket of doom” and other methods to manage mosquitoes and ticks.

In Former Soviet States, a Tug of War Between East and West NYT » World News Geopolitical rivalry, intensified by fighting in Ukraine, is amplifying domestic struggles in countries like Georgia and Moldova whose people are split on which side to support.

Claudia Sheinbaum Will Be Mexico’s First Jewish President NYT » World News Claudia Sheinbaum was born to Jewish parents, but she has played down her heritage on the campaign trail.

In Myanmar, a New Threat for the Rohingya NYT » World News Allegations against the Arakan Army, a key force in the fight against the junta, threaten to revive old horrors of sectarian atrocities.

What to Know About Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico’s Newly Elected President NYT » World News Here are five key insights into Mexico’s new president as people wonder whether she will diverge from Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s policies or focus on cementing his legacy.

Arrest Threatens Nepal’s Standing as Bastion of Free Speech NYT » World News A media executive was arrested after his company published critical reports about a powerful government minister.

Monday Briefing NYT » World News South Africa rejects the party that ended apartheid.

E.U. Elections Could Leave Hard Right Stumbling Over Its Own Decisions NYT » World News Elections starting this week for the European Parliament could leave far-right parties with more power than ever, but also expose the fissures among them.

Monday Briefing: What’s Next for South Africa NYT » World News Also, India’s elections and internet in the Amazon.

What’s Next for South Africa After Voters Rebuked Its Reigning Party? NYT » World News A look at the leaders who could shape the country’s future after the African National Congress’s poor showing in elections.

Netanyahu may be forced to choose between a cease-fire and his government’s survival. NYT » World News

Netanyahu May Face a Choice Between a Truce and His Government’s Survival NYT » World News The Israeli prime minister has been put on the spot by President Biden’s announcement outlining a proposal for a truce.

46 Children Were Taken From Ukraine. Many Are Up for Adoption in Russia. NYT » World News The New York Times traced how a web of officials and politicians aligned with President Vladimir V. Putin’s party carried out a campaign to permanently transfer Ukrainian children from Kherson.

Mexicans Go to Polls in Historic Election, as 2 Women Vie to Rule the Country NYT » World News The voting is very likely to put a woman in the country’s presidency for the first time ever, showcasing the immense strides that females have made in Mexico’s political scene.