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Trump Wields Tariffs as a Force in Diplomacy, to Questionable Effect NYT &rt; World News The president has threatened more tariffs on Russia and its trading partners and has imposed harsh ones on India and Brazil to try to sway matters of war and politics.

Here’s a Look at the Journalists Killed by an Israeli Strike in Gaza NYT &rt; World News Israeli officials said it was a targeted strike aimed at one of those killed, Anas al-Sharif, whom it accused of being a Hamas fighter posing as a reporter.

Footage Shows Medical Volunteer Execution in Southern Syria Amid Sectarian Violence NYT &rt; World News The images are the latest reflecting the wave of sectarian violence that has recently consumed the country and left more than 1,000 dead.

Israel-Qatar Tensions Escalate After Israel Kills Al Jazeera Journalists NYT &rt; World News Israel and Qatar, which backs Al Jazeera and has hosted Hamas leaders, have long had a relationship marked by both public hostility and quiet collaboration.

Jellyfish Shut Down French Nuclear Power Plant NYT &rt; World News Four of the plant’s reactors shut down after swarms of jellyfish clogged its pumping stations. It isn’t the first time the creatures have thwarted nuclear plants.

Finland Charges Ship’s Crew Members in Slashing of Undersea Cables NYT &rt; World News The tanker, the Eagle S, was detained last December.

Tariffs on China Set to Rise Sharply Tuesday if No Deal Is Reached NYT &rt; World News President Trump has yet to formally sign off on an agreement to extend an economic cease-fire with China.

Hundreds of Indian Lawmakers Detained at a Protest Claiming Vote Rigging NYT &rt; World News Opposition figures were held briefly at a New Delhi demonstration after accusing Narendra Modi’s ruling party of manipulating elections.

Israel’s Plan for Gaza City Is Still Unclear NYT &rt; World News The Israeli government said last week that it wanted to capture Gaza City, but how and when it will proceed has yet to be decided.

Firefighters Tackle Blaze at Arthur’s Seat, an Edinburgh Landmark NYT &rt; World News Firefighters worked overnight to tackle the blaze on the hill overlooking the Scottish capital. There were no reports of injuries.

A Sidelined Zelensky Warns That Russia Will Try to Deceive the U.S. NYT &rt; World News Ukraine fears that the Kremlin will try to convince President Trump at U.S.-Russian talks in Alaska that Ukraine, not Russia, is the obstacle to peace.

Miguel Uribe, Colombian Senator Shot at Campaign Event, Dies at 39 NYT &rt; World News Mr. Uribe, a presidential hopeful, was shot in June at a campaign rally in Bogotá in an attack that shocked the nation.

U.S. Government to Take Cut of Nvidia and AMD A.I. Chip Sales to China NYT &rt; World News In a highly unusual arrangement with President Trump, the companies are expected to kick 15 percent of what they make in China to the U.S. government.

A Haven for English in the Most French of North American Cities NYT &rt; World News For Quebec City’s tiny English-speaking community, a former jail turned library serves as an essential sanctuary in a metropolis where the domination of French is enshrined in law.

Australia to Recognize Palestinian Statehood NYT &rt; World News After similar announcements by France, Britain and Canada, Australia said it would act at the United Nations General Assembly session next month.

Clashing Visions of Syria’s Future Play Out in Ancient Alleys of Damascus NYT &rt; World News Many in the capital worry that the secular freedoms they enjoyed under the Assad regime are under threat from the new Islamist government.

Monday Briefing: North Korea’s Heir Apparent NYT &rt; World News Plus, Europe closed ranks ahead of the Trump-Putin summit.

Israeli Strike Kills 4 Al Jazeera Journalists, Network Says NYT &rt; World News Anas al-Sharif, a well-known correspondent for the network, was among those killed. Israel said it had conducted a strike targeting Mr. al-Sharif, claiming he worked for Hamas.

Monday Briefing: North Korea’s Heir Apparent NYT &rt; World News Also, Europe closed ranks ahead of the Alaska summit.

Earthquake Strikes Western Turkey NYT &rt; World News Rescue efforts were continuing as officials tried to assess damage in a region prone to disaster.