Weak Spots Are Few for Russia in Ukraine Peace Talks

Economic and military pressures could force Russia’s hand. Its economy is strained but not enough to do that, analysts say. And President Vladimir V. Putin says Russia is winning the war. Read more
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Maduro Faces His Ultimate Fight as Trump Threatens Military Action in Venezuela

President Trump’s threat of military action has confronted President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela with the gravest challenge of his crisis-ridden reign. Read more
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Sri Lanka Declares ‘Largest’ Disaster as Cyclone Death Toll Rises to 355

The country’s president said the nationwide flooding after the storm hit last week was the most challenging natural disaster in the island nation’s history. Read more
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