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Ukraine Detains Commanders Amid Setbacks on the Front NYT » World News Two generals and a colonel blamed for the loss of territory in eastern Ukraine to Russian forces last year have been held, the country’s security service said.

Trump Rescinds Biden-Era Sanctions on Israeli Settlers NYT » World News The move came shortly after President Trump took office, and as Jewish extremists raided villages in the Israeli-occupied West Bank in protest against the cease-fire in Gaza.

Southport Killer Had ‘Sickening and Sustained Interest’ in Violence, U.K. Officials Say NYT » World News Axel Rudakubana, who killed three young girls in the Southport attack, appeared to have no particular ideology but was obsessed by death and genocide, investigators said.

How Guatemala Plans to Resettle Planeloads of Deportees from U.S. NYT » World News The case of Guatemala reveals how President Trump’s promised sweeps could change life outside the United States, too.

At Least 10 Are Killed in Fire at Ski Resort in Turkey NYT » World News The blaze broke out overnight at a popular ski resort during a school break when many families head to the slopes.

Israel’s Mixed Mood Over Cease-Fire NYT » World News More than 30 hostages are set to be released during the cease-fire in Gaza. But many Israelis have mixed feelings about the deal because they feel it came at a high price.

Han Kang Talks About Her Jeju Book, ‘We Do Not Part” NYT » World News Han Kang’s latest novel, about a South Korean massacre, delves into why atrocities must be remembered. “It’s pain and it is blood, but it’s the current of life,” she said.

Latin American Leaders Welcome and Warn Trump NYT » World News Several chafed at his plans as President Trump enacted immigration measures affecting their countries and vowed to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada.

Trump Moves to End Entry Program for Migrants From 4 Nations NYT » World News The president sought to end a program that allowed migrants fleeing Cuba, Nicaragua, Venezuela and Haiti to fly into the United States and remain in the country for up to two years.

Trump’s Suspension of Refugee Admissions Puts Afghans at Risk, Advocate Says NYT » World News The order “risks abandoning thousands of Afghan wartime allies” who worked with Americans before the Taliban takeover, the head of a resettlement group said.

Gaza Residents Return to Vast Destruction in Old Neighborhoods NYT » World News Palestinians returning to parts of the enclave have been picking their way through vast piles of rubble and trying to salvage what they can.

Tuesday Briefing: Trump Takes Office NYT » World News Plus, exploring Indonesia’s spiritual hub.

Trump Plans to Order U.S. Exit From World’s Main Climate Pact NYT » World News The United States would be one of only four countries outside the Paris Agreement, which is designed to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions.

Hamas Official Says Group Is Ready for ‘Dialogue With America’ NYT » World News In a rare move hours after the cease-fire took effect, one senior Hamas official said the group wants to engage the new Trump administration.

Food and Other Vital Aid Surges Into Gaza After 15 Months of Scarcity NYT » World News Hunger has gripped the enclave, besieged by Israel, and the surge is a step toward alleviating it. But with Hamas asserting its grip on Gaza, questions remain about how aid is distributed.

Food and other vital aid surges into Gaza after 15 months of hunger and scarcity. NYT » World News Aid trucks driving through Rafah on Monday.

Scores of Senior Diplomats Are Leaving Posts as Trump Takes Office NYT » World News The departures are common when a transition takes place, but it is now happening more quickly and on a larger scale than under previous administrations, a U.S. official said.

Mother of Missing U.S. Journalist Asks Syria’s New Leaders for Help NYT » World News Debra Tice, whose son Austin was abducted near Damascus in 2012, said the rebel group that toppled the Assad regime promised support in helping to find him.

Hamas Official Says Group Is Ready for ‘Dialogue With America’ NYT » World News In a rare move hours after the cease-fire took effect, one senior Hamas official said the group wants to engage the new Trump administration.

Life Sentence for Kolkata Hospital Rape and Murder NYT » World News The police had sought the death penalty in a horrific but familiar crime. Its handling by the local authorities had outraged the nation.