Sept. 11 and the Persistence of Memory

Twenty-five years later, fleeting memories and indelible images still haunt those who lived through the attacks and their aftermath.

A Nation Gathers to Remember, and to Mourn the Lives Lost

Solemn ceremonies will be held at ground zero in New York, and across the U.S. President Trump is scheduled to speak at the Pentagon.

Houthis Capture Crucial Red Sea Island Off Yemen, Officials Say

The Iran-backed militia’s ground offensive has reached the Bab al-Mandab, a Red Sea strait that is a choke point for global trade.

As Russia Again Draws Near, a Frontline City Fears Obliteration This Time

The Ukrainian city of Izium still bears the scars of Russian occupation from four years ago. As Moscow’s forces approach, residents are bracing for the worst.

In a Club of Emerging Powers, China and India Vie for Influence

China sees the BRICS group as a vehicle for challenging American power. India wants to keep the group broad enough to avoid choosing sides.