Trump Wants a Quick Victory in Iran. But the War May Be Costly.

The opening days of the conflict are challenging the idea that President Trump can project force abroad while safeguarding American lives and the economy.

Iran Counts China and Russia as Friends. Where Are They?

Iran Crisis Spills Beyond Mideast as Europe Ramps Up Response

Iranian drones landed in Azerbaijan, a day after NATO shot down a missile headed to Turkish airspace. Italy pledged air defense weapons to help Gulf nations.

Pro-American Kurdish Forces Are Preparing Possible Iran Incursion

In a Riskier Era, China Builds a Tech Fortress Against U.S. Pressure

China announced a 7 percent increase in military spending and unveiled a five-year plan to try to reduce its reliance on Western technology.

China Sets Economy’s Growth Target Below 5% for First Time in Decades

If You Liked the Texas Primaries, You’ll Love the Sequel

Texas voters will revisit the Republican Senate primary — and House races where no candidate captured more than 50 percent of the vote — in May.