In Firing His No. 2, Zelensky Loses Both a Negotiator and an Enforcer

Andriy Yermak had ensured internal discipline in Ukraine’s politics for President Volodymyr Zelensky. He also led peace negotiations, which must go on without him.

Russia Bombards Ukraine for Nearly 10 Hours in a Deadly Assault

Inside Trump’s Push to Make the White House Ballroom as Big as Possible

President Trump’s ever-growing vision has caused tension with contractors. His architect has taken a step back as the president personally manages the project.

Trump Announces Pardon of Honduran Ex-President in Major Drug Case

The pardon for Juan Orlando Hernández, who prosecutors said had taken bribes from a drug kingpin, would come amid U.S. strikes on alleged cartel vessels in the Caribbean.

How Fraud Swamped Minnesota’s Social Services System on Tim Walz’s Watch

Prosecutors say fraud took root in pockets of the state’s Somali diaspora. President Trump has called attention to the scandal amid his crackdown on immigration.

For D.C. Shooting Suspect, a Long Path of Conflict From Afghanistan to America

The man was among the Afghans who came to the U.S. after the Taliban takeover. Earlier, he served in a paramilitary unit that worked with U.S. forces.

Trump Uses Shooting to Cast Suspicion on Refugees

Death Toll Rises to 128 in Hong Kong High-Rise Fire

Hope of finding survivors has dwindled, with many residents of the densely packed Wang Fuk Court apartment towers still unaccounted for.

Trump Cut Europe Out of the Ukraine Talks. Here’s How Europe Pushed Back.

European leaders were blindsided by President Trump’s 28-point plan to end the Ukraine war, setting off a dash for influence.

2 National Guard Members Are in Critical Condition After D.C. Shooting

The suspect, an Afghan man, was arrested after the shooting near the White House. President Trump halted immigration applications from Afghanistan.

Suspect Came to U.S. in 2021 Under Refugee Program, Homeland Security Chief Says

The Biden administration set up the initiative after the Taliban retook power in Afghanistan, to help those who had assisted U.S. troops.

Death Toll From Hong Kong Apartment Fire Rises to 55

Firefighters were trying to fully extinguish the blaze more than 24 hours after it engulfed several towers in the complex. Dozens of people were still missing.

How Europe Lost Its Voice on Ukraine, Then Tried to Get It Back

European leaders were blindsided by President Trump’s 28-point-plan to end the Ukraine war, setting off a dash for influence.

Shorter Days, Signs of Fatigue: Trump Faces Realities of Aging in Office

President Trump has always used his stamina and energy as a political strength. But that image is getting harder for him to sustain.

Trump’s Retribution Push Has Expanded Even as It Hits Legal Barriers

A judge dismissed indictments against two of the president’s foes, but an inquiry shows how he is using a whole-of-government approach to punish those who cross him.

The Question Hanging Over Peace Talks: What Will Putin Accept?

A U.S. proposal appears to cross a number of red lines for the Russian leader, who sees little to lose and much to potentially gain from continuing to fight.

Venezuela’s Nobel Winner Pushes False Claims About Maduro, Critics Say

Maria Corina Machado faces criticism that she is exaggerating threats posed by Venezuela’s leader, Nicolás Maduro, to justify U.S. force to overthrow him.

What the Pentagon’s Attack Videos Reveal About the Boat Strikes at Sea

Comey and James Cases Dismissed; Judge Faults Prosecutor’s Appointment

The decision to toss out the charges against James Comey and Letitia James is a setback to President Trump’s efforts to wield the criminal justice against his perceived foes.

$10 Billion and Counting: Trump Administration Snaps Up Stakes in Private Firms

The Trump administration is trading billions of dollars of taxpayer money for ownership stakes in companies. The unusual practice shows no sign of slowing.

How Rubio Tried to Bring a Pro-Russia Peace Plan to Middle Ground

While President Trump attacked the Ukrainians, Secretary of State Marco Rubio flew to Geneva to seize control of negotiations that were going off the rails.

Europe Toils to Have a Say in Trump’s Push to End the Ukraine War

Initially cut out of development of the 28-point peace plan, European leaders are now trying to recast its pro-Russian slant. So far, it seems to be working.

U.S. Plans Compounds to House Palestinians in Israeli-Held Half of Gaza

The project could offer relief for tens of thousands of Palestinians, but has raised questions about whether it could entrench the partition of Gaza.

As U.S. Presses for Peace, Zelensky Says Ukraine Faces a ‘Critical Moment’

President Trump said in a social media post that “something good just may be happening” in the talks, but gave no details.

Russian Disinformation Comes to Mexico, Seeking to Rupture U.S. Ties

A U.S. government cable said that Kremlin-run outlets had scaled up their efforts across Latin America, seeking to turn people against the United States and garner support for Russia.

He Saw the Best of America and Then Fought for Russia in Ukraine

Col. Andrei Demurenko’s war story began at Fort Leavenworth, Kan., at a moment of hope and peace. It ended with a mortar blast in Ukraine.

Why Europe and the U.S. Are Still Haggling on Trade

While a broad agreement was reached months ago, officials will meet this week to discuss the details. Europe has a wish list, but so does the U.S.

Kash Patel Under Scrutiny for Use of SWAT Teams to Protect His Girlfriend

The F.B.I. director’s travel on government jets has also contributed to growing questions inside the administration about his use of taxpayer-funded resources.

Ukrainian and U.S. Officials Meet to Discuss Trump’s Plan to End War With Russia

The talks, which Ukraine said would include European officials, come as the Trump administration pushes Kyiv to accept a 28-point peace plan.

In Russian-Occupied Mariupol, Everything Ukrainian Must Go

Russia is remaking Mariupol, which was under siege in 2022. Ukrainians seeking to move back are finding it hard to recognize the city, or to reclaim their property.

For Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Rough Education in MAGA Politics

The Georgia congresswoman strove to be both the ultimate Trump warrior and to be taken seriously. She wound up in political exile.

The A.I. Boom Is Driving the Economy. What Happens if It Falters?

A windfall for companies that build data centers and their suppliers is overshadowing weakness in other industries.

‘Fascist’? ‘Communist’? For an Afternoon, They Were Just 2 Guys From Queens.

Acid insults were set aside as Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani of New York and President Trump promoted their shared goals in an Oval Office meeting.

The Trump-Mamdani Buddy Movie? It’s Getting Mixed Reviews.

The casting aside of months of traded insults was a development that seemed good for New York City but struck some of both men’s followers as odd.

Trump Offers a Ukraine Peace Plan the Kremlin Can Love

While President Trump at times suggested he was willing to bolster support for Ukraine, he has repeatedly accommodated Russia’s demands.

European Leaders to Discuss Support for Ukraine in Response to U.S. Peace Plan

A.I. Growth Has Been Eye-Popping, but Some Worry About a House of Cards

It is a time of superlatives in the tech industry, with historic profits, stock prices and deal prices. It’s enough to make some people very nervous.

Asian and European Stocks Fall Over Fears of an A.I. Bubble

A sharp decline, after a rally fueled by Nvidia’s strong earnings, underscored how investor anxiety over A.I. is driving broad market swings.

Congressional Republicans Begin to Look Beyond Trump

Election defeats earlier this month and the approach of 2026 have G.O.P. lawmakers cautiously asserting themselves.

European Leaders Back Zelensky After U.S. Plan Leaves Them Out

It would require Kyiv to surrender territory, reduce its army’s size and relinquish some weaponry, according to officials familiar with the proposal.

Trump and Mamdani Will Meet for First Time, With Implications for New York

Zohran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, will visit President Trump at the White House today. The stakes are high for the city.

Holiday Hiring Slows, Frustrating Job Seekers

Retailers are adding fewer of the seasonal roles that many Americans rely on to make ends meet.

A Family Affair: Lutnick’s Sons Cash In on an A.I. Deal Frenzy

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is helping push data center projects. His family companies are profiting from them.

Trump Signs Bill to Release Epstein Files, but Loopholes Remain

President Trump sought credit for the legislation, despite his pressure to kill it. The bill’s exceptions could mean much of it would stay confidential.

Trump and Mamdani Will Meet at White House on Friday

Move Over, Netflix: Ukraine’s Corruption Investigators Bring the Drama

The country’s anti-graft agencies have taken a cinematic approach to revealing a scandal that has touched President Volodymyr Zelensky’s inner circle.