Israeli Settlers Burn West Bank Mosque Amid Rise in Violent Attacks

Since the 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas, growing settler violence and Israeli attacks on Palestinian militants have thrown the West Bank into turmoil and displaced tens of thousands.

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Police Investigate Possible Arson at Home of Portland City Councilor

The police said a fire that damaged cars and a carport at the home of City Councilor Candace Avalos was “suspicious in nature.” No arrests have been made.

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How the Firebombing of His Home Changed Josh Shapiro

In an interview, the Pennsylvania governor offered his most detailed accounting yet of the April attack — and how he’s grappling with its aftermath.

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UK Man is Sentenced for Pro-Russian Attack Plots

Dylan Earl recruited people to set fire to two London warehouses containing aid bound for Ukraine, the police said. He was also convicted of plotting against a dissident Russian restaurant owner.

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Suspect Pleads Guilty in Firebombing of Pa. Governor’s Residence

Under a plea agreement, Cory Balmer will be imprisoned for 25 to 50 years for attempted murder and other charges in the attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence in Harrisburg, Pa.

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Arson That Seemed Spontaneous in Nepal Could Have Been Deliberate

A New York Times investigation points to a coordinated campaign of destruction during last month’s unrest. An official inquiry is underway but answers are growing harder to find.

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Man Breaks Into Washington State Capitol, Toppling Statues and Setting Fire

The vandalism did not appear to have been politically motivated, according to the Washington State Patrol, which said that a suspect was in custody.

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Investigators Seek Motive for Michigan Church Attack That Killed 4

The F.B.I. is searching homes connected with the attacker, describing the shooting and fire that destroyed a Church of Latter Day Saints meeting house as a “targeted act of violence.”

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Michigan Church Shooting and Fire: What We Know

At least four people were killed after an attacker opened fire at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint building and intentionally set fire to the structure.

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What We Know About the Suspect in the Michigan Church Shooting

The suspect, a 40-year-old man, was killed during the attack, officials said.

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