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Despite international condemnation, Putin signs decrees declaring four regions of Ukraine part of Russia.

With annexation plans, Putin escalates a battle of wills with the West.

Ukraine says 25 people are dead in an attack on a civilian convoy in Zaporizhzhia.

Lula vs. Bolsonaro: What to Know About Brazil’s Election

Gunfire Is Heard in Burkina Faso’s Capital, Kindling Fears of a Coup

Putin is expected to illegally annex Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine following sham votes.

French Feminist Rabbi Captivates Multifaith Crowds With Musings on Mortality

North Korea Fires Two Missiles, Third Test in a Week

Mexico Named Deadliest Country for Environmental Activists

NATO labels the Nord Stream leaks sabotage and promises a ‘determined response.’

Zelensky answers escalating Russian threats with a taunt to soldiers: ‘If you want to live, run.’

Moscow releases final results of discredited referendums in occupied territories.

The Finnish government bars Russians from entering as tourists.

Putin will sign agreements on Friday to absorb four Ukrainian territories, the Kremlin says.

Rwanda Genocide Tribunal’s Most Wanted Man Finally Faces Trial

Tensions in Iran Spill Across the Border Into Iraq

If Brazil’s President Attempts a Coup, What Will the Police Do?

Why experts and officials say the pipeline leaks were no accident (and why many of them are blaming Russia).

Kyiv’s advances show the challenges to Putin as he prepares to annex parts of Ukraine.

Australia’s Proposed Integrity Commission Would Work Mostly in Secret

U.S. Mountaineer’s Body Found Two Days After Avalanche on Peak in Nepal

Sweden recorded heavy undersea explosions before the gas leaks were detected.

Foreign minister denies Iran has sent arms to Russia to use against Ukraine.

Ukrainian officials warn against underestimating the impact of increased Russian troops.

As the scramble to escape Russia’s draft grows, call-up papers are served at the border with Georgia.

Typhoon Noru Heads for Vietnam After Hitting the Philippines

Kenyan Lawyer on Trial at International Criminal Court Is Found Dead

As referendums end, a declaration of Russian annexation is expected to follow.

Russia’s draft sweeps up Crimean Tatars and other marginalized groups, activists say.

Key Takeaways From Italy’s Landmark Election

Victorious Meloni Faces Early Test of Italy’s Resolve on Russia

Putin Ally Acknowledges Founding Wagner Mercenary Group

Ukraine denounces reports of prisoners of war being forced to vote in Russia’s staged referendums.

Europe Looks at Italy’s Meloni With Caution and Trepidation

Ukraine warns of growing attacks by drones Iran has supplied to Russia.

More voters in Italy are expected to stay away from polls.

Germany’s Chancellor Has ‘a Lot’ for Ukraine. But No Battle Tanks.

Popularity wasn’t enough to keep Mario Draghi in office.

Giorgia Meloni may lead Italy, and Europe is worried.

Italy appears poised to shift to the far right as voters head to the polls today.

Deadlier Than the Titanic: A Ferry Set Out With About 1,900 Aboard. Only 64 Survived.

Russian aviation scientist dies, adding to a series of suspicious deaths.

Ukraine strips Iran’s ambassador of accreditation over drone sales to Russia.

Group of 7 countries condemn ‘sham’ referendums in Ukraine.

In Ukraine’s South, Fierce Fighting and Deadly Costs

Putin is tightening his grip on the reins of the war as Russian losses mount.

Moscow has threatened to annex Ukrainian territory and defend it as Russian land.

A Year When Everything Is Going Right for Western Canada’s Farmers

On a Corpse’s Wrist, an Emblem of Ukrainian Fortitude

Russians fleeing the draft will not be welcomed in the Baltic States, Lithuania’s foreign minister says.