WinsZone

A Pacific Gateway Shows the Kremlin’s Grip on Russia’s Vast Expanse

In a country where power is highly centralized, Moscow sets the tone for Vladivostok, 4,000 miles away, complicating longstanding ambitions to make it a trading powerhouse.

Roger Cohen, David Guttenfelder And Saher Alghorra
2025-10-05 09:00:11
Israel
International Relations

Amid the Gaza War, Israel Is More Divided and Isolated Than Ever

The longest war of an endless Israeli-Palestinian conflict has come to challenge Israel’s own image and understanding of itself.

Raja Abdulrahim
2025-10-05 06:00:07
United States
Legislatures and Parliaments

Syria Holds First Parliamentary Elections Since End of Civil War

Supporters argue the vote could be a milestone for the country, but critics say it is a divisive move by President Ahmed al-Shara to consolidate power.

Anna Griffin
2025-10-05 00:01:28
United States
Trump, Donald J

Judge Blocks Trump’s Deployment of National Guard in Portland, Ore.

A federal judge appointed by President Trump issued a temporary restraining order, siding for now with Oregon and Portland lawyers who called federalizing the guard a presidential overreach.

Aie Balagtas See And Jes Aznar
2025-10-05 00:00:09
Philippines
Deaths ( Fatalities)

Trapped in the Homes They Thought Would Protect Them

Some victims of the Cebu earthquake in the Philippines lived in homes that were supposed to withstand natural disasters.

Aishvarya Kavi
2025-10-04 21:02:17
United States
Television

Mark Sanchez, Ex-NFL Quarterback, Is Injured in Stabbing

The police and Fox Sports, the network where Mr. Sanchez works as a commentator, said he was in stable condition.

David M. Halbfinger
2025-10-04 21:00:21
United States
Israel- Gaza War (2023- )

Netanyahu Defends Wartime Leadership, Saying Hostage Deal Is Within Reach

In a speech that lasted just minutes, the Israeli prime minister boasted that he had defied his critics to secure the release of the remaining hostages in Gaza.

At a Protest for a Deal, Israelis Wrestle With a Mix of Emotions

Along with optimism that President Trump can lock Israel and Hamas into a deal, many expressed anxiety about being disappointed once more.

Lara Jakes
2025-10-04 21:00:12
Ukraine
Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022)

Andrej Babis to Return as Czech Prime Minister After Parliamentary Win

The party of Andrej Babis, a billionaire and a skeptic of military support to Ukraine, prevailed in parliamentary elections by focusing on the economy.