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Touring Africa, Pope Leo Raised His Voice, but Didn’t Like the Echo

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

On his recent trip abroad, Leo XIV made some of his most forthright comments since becoming pope last year, but grew uncomfortable at how that criticism was interpreted.

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Germany, a Steadfast Ally of Israel, Now Voices Some Frustration

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

In recent weeks, German officials have issued critical comments about Israel that convey Berlin’s recent frustration with its longtime ally.

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World’s Top Producer of Condoms Raises Prices as Iran War Rattles Supply Chains

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

The Malaysian company Karex, which produces about five billion condoms a year, said it was raising prices by 30 percent because of higher raw material prices and global shipping disruptions.

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$106 Billion Loan Reflects E.U.’s View That Peace in Ukraine Is Far Away

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

Unlike previous European assistance packages, this one is heavily weighted toward military spending, meant to put Ukraine on solid footing for a long fight.

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Rodrigo Duterte Will Stand Trial for Crimes Against Humanity, Court Rules

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

The International Criminal Court found there was enough evidence to try Rodrigo Duterte, the former Philippine president, for killings carried out during his crackdown on drugs.

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Journalist Detained in Kuwait After Posting About Iran War Is Acquitted

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

Ahmed Shihab-Eldin, a Kuwaiti-American journalist, is expected to be released soon, after 52 days in detention, a lawyer for two of his family members said.

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What Questions Do You Have About the Trump-Xi Summit?

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

“Ask a Correspondent” will take your questions to David Pierson, who covers China’s foreign policy for The Times.

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Meet the Turner Prize 2026 Nominees

NYT Europe Apr 23, 2026

This year’s shortlist for the major British art award includes an artist who stages spoken-word performances and another who makes art using oil company merch bought off eBay.

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Zelensky details deals Ukraine signed to bolster Gulf nations’ defense against Iranian drones.

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

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U.S. Forces Board a 2nd Tanker They Say Is Carrying Oil From Iran

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

It was the second such action this week, as the Trump administration ramps up pressure on Tehran.

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The Generals Who Are Now Running Iran

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ushered in a new form of collective leadership in the country, with more power for the Revolutionary Guards.

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Russian Officials Say Town’s Air Is Toxic, Days After Strike on Oil Refinery

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

Since Ukraine attacked the refinery in Tuapse, starting a huge fire, residents have reported drops of dark, oily toxins falling from the sky.

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How People in Lebanon Are Reacting to Talks With Israel

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

The Lebanese are deeply divided over whether rare direct talks with Israel are a good thing.

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As U.S. Brands Stumble, China Wins Over Young Indonesians

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

A new generation of Indonesian consumers view Chinese brands as high-tech and of good quality, a departure from the days when “made in China” was associated with cheap goods.

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Will Bulgaria’s New Leader Cast His Lot With Europe or Russia?

NYT Europe Apr 23, 2026

With a record of pro-Russia statements, Rumen Radev handily won elections this week. Now Bulgarians and his E.U. partners wait to see which way he will turn.

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Reported Seizure of Ships Injects New Uncertainty Over Peace Talks

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they had seized two ships near the Strait of Hormuz. A Trump spokeswoman said the president did not view those actions as violating the cease-fire.

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New York Times Apr 23, 2026

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EU Considers $106 Billion Loan to Ukraine, Delayed for Months by Orban

New York Times Apr 23, 2026

After months of impasse because of objections from Hungary’s prime minister, Viktor Orban, E.U. ambassadors took a critical step on the way to disbursing the much-needed money.

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