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Coup Attempt by Gulen Allies Led Erdogan to Crack Down in Turkey NYT » World News President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Fethullah Gulen, the powerful preacher who died this week, began as allies. But their falling out brought bloodshed and an Erdogan crackdown.

Four Years in Jail Without Trial: The Price of Dissent in Modi’s India NYT » World News A Muslim protest leader has become a symbol of a wide-ranging clampdown on opponents of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.

Tuesday Briefing NYT » World News Two weeks to the U.S. election.

What to Know About the BRICS Summit and the Countries Involved NYT » World News The group, which seeks to rebalance the global order away from the West, will meet on Tuesday. Here’s a primer.

Tuesday Briefing: Two Weeks Until Election Day NYT » World News Plus, Aleksei Navalny’s memoir.

What Is U.N. Resolution 1701? NYT » World News U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701 was intended to create a buffer zone between Israel and Hezbollah. Here’s a look at why it didn’t and what lies ahead in efforts to end the conflict in Lebanon.

Paul Di’Anno, Early Iron Maiden Frontman, Dies at 66 NYT » World News The English singer played with the band in its early years. He later worked with other bands and pursued a solo career.

U.S. Tries to End War in Lebanon That Biden Envoy Calls ‘Out of Control’ NYT » World News Israel and Hezbollah say they will keep up attacks in an escalating conflict that has devastated Gaza, is causing misery in Lebanon and could draw Iran deeper into the fighting.

Israel Apologizes After Strike Kills 3 Lebanese Soldiers NYT » World News Lebanon’s army is not a party to the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, but the fighting is taking place in its territory.

Cuba Faces Hurricane Oscar After Nationwide Blackout. How Much Can the Island Endure? NYT » World News The repeated failure of the power grid and a hurricane that has swamped the island’s eastern end has many Cubans fed up, posing a challenge to the Communist government.

What Is Al-Qard al-Hasan, the Hezbollah-Linked Finance Group Targeted by Israel? NYT » World News The de facto bank is the largest microcredit organization in a country where the traditional banking sector is in shambles.

Paul Whelan’s Life in a Russian Prison Awaiting a Hostage Swap NYT » World News The former U.S. Marine describes the moment of his arrest and the long years waiting for his release.

Israel Dismantles Iranian Spy Network and Arrests Seven People, Authorities Say NYT » World News The suspects, all Israeli citizens, conducted intelligence missions for two years under the direction of two Iranian agents, the authorities said.

Moldova Referendum on Goal of E.U. Membership Passes by a Thin Margin NYT » World News A referendum that constitutionally enshrines a national objective to join the E.U. passed by a thin margin. The incumbent pro-E.U. president won the most votes in a concurrent election, but faces a runoff.

Vietnam Revives Power-Sharing Arrangement With New President NYT » World News The move restores a “four pillar” government structure that divides top-level duties to avoid the rise of a single strongman.

Yahya Sinwar Is Dead, but a Palestinian State Still Seems Distant NYT » World News A two-state solution remains the goal of the United States and the West, but many in the region say the devastation in Gaza and the lack of effective Palestinian leadership make it a remote prospect.

King Charles III Heckled in Australia’s Parliament NYT » World News King Charles, visiting the former British colony where he retains the ceremonial title of head of state, was shouted at by an Indigenous Australian senator.

Tips to Reduce Halloween Waste NYT » World News We’ve got tips to make the holiday more sustainable, and maybe more fun, too.

Fethullah Gulen, Turkish Cleric Accused of Coup Attempts, Dies NYT » World News Mr. Gulen, who lived in self-imposed exile in the United States, was accused of plotting a failed coup against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey in 2016.

Live Updates: Israel Threatens More Strikes Against Hezbollah Finances NYT » World News The Israeli military said it had conducted dozens of attacks overnight on the militia’s financial arm in Lebanon. The Biden administration was sending two top diplomats to try to calm Israel’s conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah.