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What Changes Would a Far-Right Government Bring to France? NYT » World News The far-right party National Rally may end up governing France. Although it has evolved, its basic philosophy remains: Immigrants are a threat to the country’s safety and economy,

Blinken Says Hezbollah Attacks Have Cost Israel Sovereignty in North NYT » World News The secretary of state’s comments underscored the stakes of cross-border tensions that threaten to bring a larger regional war alongside the conflict in Gaza.

Swedish Grandparents Can Be Paid to Babysit Under New Law NYT » World News The Nordic country’s generous social services system now allows parents to transfer a portion of paid leave days to other non-parent caregivers.

U.N. Panel Adds to Chorus Calling for Release of Evan Gershkovich NYT » World News The U.N. Working Group on Arbitrary Detentions said the Wall Street Journal reporter was being punished for covering the war in Ukraine.

Hurricane Roars Through the Caribbean NYT » World News A look at the destruction caused by Hurricane Beryl as it lashes its way through the Caribbean.

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Release of Al-Shifa Hospital’s Director Sets Off Uproar Across Israel NYT » World News The Israelis had sought to link the hospital director to Hamas operations at Al-Shifa, and his release after seven months without charges prompted extensive finger-pointing.

U.K. Nurse Lucy Letby Convicted of Attempted Murder in Retrial NYT » World News Ms. Letby, who was previously found guilty in a string of murders and attempted murders, was retried and found guilty of another attempted murder.

Stampede at Religious Event in India Kills Dozens NYT » World News Many women and children were among the dead, and the number of fatalities could rise, a medical official said.

AfD Politician Björn Höcke Fined Again for Using Nazi Slogan NYT » World News In his ruling against Björn Höcke, the judge said it was “essential that we counter the danger of old Nazi-era symbols from becoming acceptable again.”

Middle East Crisis: Israel Strikes Southern Gaza After Ordering Evacuations NYT » World News Israeli forces fired at areas of Khan Younis from which a rocket barrage had been launched a day earlier, the military said.

North Korea’s New Must-Have Accessory: The Kim Jong-un Pin NYT » World News With the introduction of the pin, Mr. Kim is said to be elevating his personality cult to the level once reserved for his father and grandfather.

Israeli Generals, Low on Munitions, Want a Truce in Gaza NYT » World News Israel’s military leadership wants a cease-fire with Hamas in case a bigger war breaks out in Lebanon, security officials say. It has also concluded that a truce would be the swiftest way to free hostages.

In Ukraine War, A.I. Begins Ushering In an Age of Killer Robots NYT » World News Driven by the war with Russia, many Ukrainian companies are working on a major leap forward in the weaponization of consumer technology.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary Visits Ukraine NYT » World News Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary, who has resisted European military and financial aid for Ukraine, traveled to the country to meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Netherlands Gets a New Government: What You Need to Know NYT » World News The country has sworn in its first far-right government and is trying a new approach after nearly 14 years of Mark Rutte’s leadership. That could have broad implications for the nation and its standing in Europe.

North Korea’s Latest Missile Test Suggests Arms Race With South NYT » World News The North said it tested a missile with a “super-large warhead” on Monday. The South has similar missiles, meant to target underground bunkers.

Keir Starmer Is on the Cusp of Power in the U.K. NYT » World News The Labour leader still struggles with the “performative side” of British politics, even as he has pulled his party to the center.

Tuesday Briefing NYT » World News Here’s what you need to know.

Air Europa Flight Hits Severe Turbulence, Fracturing Necks and Skulls NYT » World News Four passengers were in intensive care after the flight from Spain to Uruguay hit turbulence that injured dozens. The plane made an emergency landing in Brazil.