The hard-line Shiite cleric was seen as a possible successor to Iran’s supreme leader. Mr. Raisi’s death comes at a moment of turbulence for a country facing a deepening conflict with Israel.

There is a disregard among Israeli soldiers for Palestinian lives, and we are seeing it in Gaza today.

Conflicting political visions, competitive jockeying and American dominance stand in the way of a more coordinated and efficient military machine.

A hearing on Monday will determine whether Julian Assange has any more recourse in the British courts to appeal his extradition to the United States.

The experience of TikTok’s owner, ByteDance, in Beijing and Washington shows how much the ground has shifted for China’s entrepreneurs.