Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 25 in Gaza Amid Cease-Fire, Officials Say

Israel’s military said it had launched attacks across Gaza after Palestinian militants shot at its troops. The six-week-old cease-fire has been pierced periodically by bursts of violence.

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Justice Dept. Is Said to Be Investigating D.C. Mayor Over Foreign Trip

The investigation into Muriel E. Bowser, which is being handled by the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington, could face significant hurdles because of the known facts of the case and recent turmoil inside the Justice Department.

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Some of Trump’s Favorite Things on Asia Trip: A Crown and ‘Vicious’ Weapons

President Trump traveled to Asia to be a statesman, a showman and a traveling salesman, depending on the audience.

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How Saudi Arabia and Qatar Benefited From Rule Changes to Reach the World Cup

A soccer governing body that both countries have helped bankroll gave them extra rest and home-field advantage to set up World Cup qualification.

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‘A Big Day’: How the U.S. and the Arab World Teamed Up to Seal the Gaza Deal

The cease-fire talks in Egypt showed that with pressure on Hamas and Israel, seemingly huge impediments could be overcome or set aside.

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Israel and Hamas Were Not Ready for a Comprehensive Peace Deal, Mediator Says

The Qatari prime minister told The New York Times that Gaza war mediators decided to delay talks on more difficult issues so a hostage-prisoner swap could be concluded quickly.

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3 Qatari Officials Die in Car Crash in Egypt Before Gaza Summit

The crash was in Sharm el Sheikh, where indirect talks between Israel and Hamas led to a breakthrough deal. The city will also host a summit on Monday.

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What We Know About the Hostage Deal Between Israel and Hamas

After President Trump announced the Gaza agreement, it was unclear when hostages would be released or when aid would enter the territory.

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World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal

Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.

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Qatar Pushes U.S.-Venezuela Diplomacy as Trump Focuses on Military Action

The Pentagon has deployed 10,000 U.S. troops to the region, most of them to bases in Puerto Rico, a senior military official said.

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