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Russia Detains a French National Suspected of Collecting Military Data NYT » World News The detention is the latest in a series in which foreigners have been arrested or held against their will in Russia, exacerbating tensions with the West.

Gazans Weep and Pray Over Loved Ones Killed in U.N. School Strike NYT » World News The deadly strike on a United Nations school-turned-shelter is a bitter reminder, Gazans say, that each place they flee eventually gets caught up in the bloodshed.

Search Underway in Greece for British TV Doctor Michael Mosley NYT » World News Mr. Mosely, a popular science journalist, disappeared while on a walk on the Greek island of Symi. He was last seen at a bus stop on Wednesday afternoon.

The U.S. and 16 other countries call for a cease-fire deal, and other news. NYT » World News

European Central Bank Cuts Interest Rates for First Time Since 2019 NYT » World News The reduction comes as inflation in the eurozone cools, prompting the E.C.B. to move before the Federal Reserve in the United States, where rates remain high.

Middle East Crisis: Israeli Airstrike on School Kills Dozens in Gaza NYT » World News The country’s military said it had targeted Hamas operatives. Palestinian media said dozens of displaced civilians who had been sheltering there died.

A Ukrainian City Becomes a Target of a New Russian Offensive NYT » World News Residents of Sumy, in northeastern Ukraine, repelled Moscow’s forces in 2022. Now, after months of punishing airstrikes, Ukrainian officials say the Kremlin is preparing a new offensive.

An Oregon Forest Is in Trouble. Part of the Response: Logging. NYT » World News Officials in Oregon say they need to cut trees, including some healthy ones. The reaction shows how complex land management has become as forest health declines.

Five Takeaways: How a ‘Greenlash’ Could Transform Europe’s Vote NYT » World News After years of political consensus on the transition to cleaner energy, a backlash appears to be building as prices rise and right-wing candidates gain ground.

Papua New Guinea to End Search for Landslide Victims NYT » World News The death toll remained unclear weeks after the tragedy, but there are signs the number of victims may have been much lower than previously thought.

Train Crash in Czech Republic Kills 4, Injures More Than 20 NYT » World News The passenger train was traveling overnight when it hit a freight train.

Santiago Power Outage Leaves Over 400,000 Without Electricity NYT » World News A tree fell on a high-voltage transmission tower early Thursday, knocking out power to parts of the Chilean capital.

Biden Will Link Fight for Ukraine With Allied Effort on D-Day NYT » World News President Biden sees similar principles at stake in both conflicts: the defense of freedom and a rules-based international order.

In Global Elections, Strongmen Are Taken Down a Notch NYT » World News In Turkey, India and elsewhere, where some feared authoritarian leaders would consolidate power, democracy has proved surprisingly resilient.

D-Day at 80 NYT » World News This anniversary of World War II’s pivotal battle has a somber tone, as the event disappears from living memory and extremism again threatens Europe.

Inside Sde Teiman, the Base Where Israel Detains Gazans NYT » World News Since Israel invaded Gaza, the Sde Teiman military base has filled with blindfolded, handcuffed detainees, held without charge or legal representation.

Thursday Briefing NYT » World News War in Sudan caused the world’s largest displacement crisis.

Thursday Briefing: A Special Report From Sudan NYT » World News Also, the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Slovak Prime Minister Speaks Publicly for First Time Since Assassination Attempt NYT » World News Robert Fico said in a video address that he hoped to return to work in the coming weeks. He blamed the political opposition for the attack, a notion that the parties have strongly denied.

As Biden Pushes for Truce in Gaza, Tensions Rise in Lebanon NYT » World News After a barrage from Hezbollah militants on northern Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened a “very intense” military response.