Obama Cites ‘Substantial Success’ of Nuclear Deal With Iran
The president made the comment at a meeting of more than 50 world leaders meeting in Washington to discuss nuclear security.
The Saturday Profile: A Palestinian Teacher’s Methods Earn the Attention of More Than Her Class
Hanan Hroub, who recently won a $1 million global education prize, developed her play-therapy approach to help her own children cope with the trauma of violence.
A C.I.A. Grunt’s Tale of the Fog of Secret War
The collective weight of all C.I.A. memoirs written since 9/11 could collapse a bookshelf, but Douglas Laux brings a raw perspective to the canon.
Editorial: Hints of an End to the Fighting in Yemen
A cease-fire could lead to progress toward peace in a civil war that has become a proxy struggle over influence in the region.
Op-Ed Contributor: A Syrian Refugee’s Message to the European Union
We fled war to find safety with our families. Why is the E.U. making our lives more miserable?
ISIS Turns Saudis Against the Kingdom, and Families Against Their Own
Adopting elements of a Sunni creed known as Wahhabism, the Islamic State has recruited Saudis to kill their own relatives and to bomb mosques.
Zaha Hadid, Groundbreaking Architect, Dies at 65
Ms. Hadid, the first woman to win the Pritzker Prize, was renowned for her theoretical work that left a mark on skylines around the world.
EgyptAir Hijacker Was Abusive, His Former Wife Says
Marina Paraschos, who divorced Seif Eldin Mustafa 25 years ago, said he was “dangerous and unpredictable.”
Libya’s Unity Government Defies Air Blockade to Reach Tripoli
Members of the presidency council arrived by boat from Tunisia, defying a blockade led by rival groups and hoping to end a political stalemate.
Is Europe Safe for Travelers? Yes, Experts Say, but Here Are Some Tips
American tourists seem unfazed by recent terror attacks, but travel experts do suggest some basic precautions.
Israel Polarized Over Soldier Who Killed Wounded Palestinian
While many Israelis denounced the shooting, others expressed outrage at their military’s high command for prosecuting the soldier, calling him a hero.
U.N. Urges Countries to Take in 480,000 Syrian Refugees
Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, opening a conference in Geneva, called for “an exponential increase in global solidarity” over the next three years.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Backs Missile Program
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei supported the tests and criticized a former president, Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, who has said that talks are more important.
Hijacking Suspect Says He Acted Out of Desperation
In a court appearance, Seif Eldin Mustafa faced numerous charges in connection with the EgyptAir flight that was diverted to Cyprus.
Editorial: America Needs Frank Talk on ISIS
President Obama should present a clear and forthright rationale before authorizing an escalation of the war against the Islamic State.
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