Zelensky Says Ukraine Will Resume Russian Refinery Strikes, Defying Trump

President Volodymyr Zelensky made the announcement in an interview with The Financial Times. He had paused the strikes to comply with a demand from the United States.

The Race to Defend Kyiv Against Terrifying New Jet-Powered Drones

Ukrainian engineers are rushing to perfect A.I.-guided, jet-driven interceptors. Their goal: to stop a fast Russian threat in the latest round of a deadly tech duel.

The Tireless Activist Who Became the Face of India’s Young Protesters

When police cracked down, Neha Bora helped rally Gen Z protesters with a mix of boundless energy, street theatrics and satirical humor.

High-Ranking Women Are Leaving the Trump Administration

In the president’s second term, those heading for the exits are female officials.

Saudi Arabia’s Military Wasn’t Equipped for the Houthis’ Low-Budget Attacks

The Saudi military has expensive equipment, but the missiles and drones used by the Yemeni militia are difficult to detect and stop.

Families of Sailors Killed in Gulf Struggle for Compensation and Closure

Attacks near the Strait of Hormuz have claimed the lives of at least 25 seafarers. Their survivors are reeling.

Saudi Energy Giant Struck as War Spikes Between Houthis and Saudi Arabia

The attack came after the Yemeni militia warned it would attack the headquarters of Aramco. The Saudi-led coalition said it was targeting Houthi capabilities.

Trump Hands Victories to Putin, Who Offers More War in Return

Russia has reaped a diesel deal and an increase in U.S. pressure on Ukraine as President Trump’s political needs align with his longstanding inclinations toward Russia.

A Trump Backlash Threatens Susan Collins, the Only Blue-State G.O.P. Senator

The race in Maine, which could decide Senate control, is testing whether there is still room for Ms. Collins’s brand of moderation during a polarizing presidency.

Sudden Starlink Restrictions Hamper Ukraine Just as Russia Escalates

Kyiv is increasingly vulnerable. A huge attack cut power to 600,000 people, and a Pentagon-funded satellite program appeared to be curbed without warning.

Zelensky to Visit U.K. Today as Ukraine Presses Allies on Intelligence Sharing

The Oct. 7 Attack Changed Israel, but Not Its Politics

As Israelis prepare to vote for the first time since the Hamas-led assault, they remain divided over whether to hold Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for negligence or fault the “treason” of his generals.

U.K. and Europe Recoil From Trump’s Diesel Deal With Putin

Shocked by the U.S. agreement with Russia, which Ukraine has called “a gift” to President Putin, officials in Europe have coalesced around a cautious diplomatic message.

Top G.O.P. Groups Pull Support From First House Incumbents

Two Republican super PACs are said to be withdrawing cash from two House races as the party scrambles to prevent more widespread losses in the midterms.

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Sets an Off-Earth Driving Record

See how the rover traveled more than 28 miles on Mars, aided by self-driving technology.

FIFA’s Trump Tower Deal: 7 Years, $4 Million, One Mostly Unused Office

The deal is another sign of how Gianni Infantino, the leader of soccer’s global governing body, has sought closer ties to President Trump.