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THE NEW YORK TIMES – WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026

After G7 Leaders Praise U.S.-Iran Deal, Trump Threatens Iran Again

President Trump said the United States would resume bombing Iran if he did not like the preliminary agreement, hours after leaders from the Group of 7 nations called the deal a “breakthrough.”

Trump Delays Intelligence Nomination to Push Congress on Voting Bill

President Trump said that he would seek to delay the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton, as he renewed pressure on Congress to pass a voting restrictions bill.

Their Country Revoked Their Citizenship, Then Tried to Expel Them to Iran

Amid the war with Iran, Bahrain has stripped 69 people of their citizenship, including children, accusing them of disloyalty and rendering them stateless.

Sending Fuel Trucks Up in Flames, Ukraine Tries to Cut Off Crimea

Scores of targeted attacks against supply routes, part of what Kyiv calls a “logistics lockdown,” has caused gasoline shortages.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026

The War in Iran Has Permanently Altered the Global Economy

Despite a framework deal setting the stage for an end to hostilities between the U.S. and Iran, the war has set in motion changes that will be hard to reverse.

Iran Will Enter Nuclear Talks Feeling Emboldened

Talks on Final Agreement Will Begin Friday, Tehran Says

Iran’s foreign minister said that negotiations would start immediately after the country’s preliminary deal with the U.S. is signed.

G7 Greets Trump’s News With Smiles and Zelensky With Hugs

How Ukraine Uses A.I. to Knock Deadly Russian Drones Out of the Skies

Interceptors show Ukraine’s embrace of autonomous technologies trained on immense troves of wartime data.

Ukraine Targets Moscow Oil Facility With Drones

THE NEW YORK TIMES – MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026

U.S.-Iran Framework Brings Relief, but Challenges Loom

The United States and Iran reached a preliminary deal that was expected to open the Strait of Hormuz. But it defers the toughest issues to further talks.

Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Will Be ‘Permanently Toll-Free’ Under Agreement

Frustrated by Courts, Trump Weighed Suspending a Constitutional Right

Secret memos show that the White House debated, to a greater degree than previously known, whether to limit habeas corpus rights for undocumented immigrants.

Ukraine Is About to Take a Big Step on a Long Road Toward the European Union

Even though negotiations will begin for Ukraine to join the bloc, the path ahead is a long one.

In Latest Attacks, Russia Is Exploiting a Major Weakness for Ukraine

Ukraine is running out of American-made Patriot air-defense interceptors, and is pleading for more.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2026

Deadlocked Wars: How Major Powers Misread the Regions They Attacked

Russia and the U.S. projected their own views onto Ukraine and Iran, analysts said. As a result, the smaller countries trapped larger ones in a confrontation.

Israel and Hezbollah Exchange Strikes, Complicating Possible Iran Peace Agreement

Israel’s military said it attacked the southern outskirts of Beirut, the Lebanese capital, after accusing Hezbollah, the Iran-backed armed group, of violating a cease-fire.

British Forces Seize Russian Shadow Fleet Oil Tanker

Britain’s defense ministry said it was the first time that British forces had acted alone to stop a ship in the fleet, a collection of vessels that Russia uses to move fuel and evade sanctions.

It Was Meant to Unify. Now the G7 Is Dogged by Chaos and Divided by Trump.

Group of 7 meetings once embodied the effort to sustain the global diplomatic order. This year’s gathering, starting on Monday, symbolizes its fragmentation.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2026

Falling Wages and Surging Wall Street Wealth Drive Americans’ Unease Over Economy

As Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire, workers are facing higher prices and fears of A.I.-driven job losses.

SpaceX’s Unlikely Journey From Far-Out Idea to $2 Trillion Juggernaut

Elon Musk said he had initially given SpaceX less than a 10 percent chance of succeeding. His rocket company has come a long way.

Mediator Says Peace Deal Could be Finalized Within 24 Hours

The prime minister of Pakistan, a key intermediary between the U.S. and Iran, said a deal was “likely expected.” Officials on each side have also expressed optimism, but it still could be derailed.

Kennedy Center Begins Removing Trump’s Name From Facade

The arts institution followed a judge’s order to take down President Trump’s name after seeking a 12-hour extension, attributing the delay to thunderstorms.

Russia Is Rich in Ballistic Missiles. Ukraine Is Short of Ways to Stop Them.

Ukraine is running out of American-made Patriot air-defense interceptors, and is pleading for more.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026

A Dangerous Limbo Leaves Iran, and the World, Between Peace and War

Since announcing a nominal cease-fire two months ago, Iran, Israel and the U.S. have remained locked in low-intensity violence that has become a new normal.

Ships Stranded by War Face Costly Dilemma: Wait It Out or Risk Attack

The World Is Draining Oil Reserves, Raising Pressure for a Peace Deal

The amount of oil and fuel stored by businesses and governments has fallen sharply since the start of the war.

How SpaceX Stacks Up to the World’s Largest I.P.O.s

The previous record was set over six years ago. SpaceX is expected to raise tens of billions of dollars more when its stock begins trading today.

After Senate Loss, Cornyn Predicts ‘Miserable’ Final Two Years for Trump

In his first extensive interview since his defeat by a challenger backed by President Trump, John Cornyn said the Senate was in for a “bumpy ride.”

U.S. Plan Is Said to Significantly Reduce Air Support for NATO in Europe

The plan, outlined in a written document, provides rare clarity about the extent to which the Trump administration intends to reduce its commitment to NATO.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026

U.S.-Iran Strikes Risk Dangerous New Phase

The U.S. military struck another tanker it said was carrying Iranian oil. Three Indians were reported killed in an earlier American attack at sea.

Women Who Fled Iran Are to Be Deported to Central African Republic, Lawyers Say

Democrats Once Vowed to Stop Oil and Gas. Now They’re Not So Sure.

As the midterm elections approach, many leading Democrats are rethinking their approach to climate change.

These Young Politicians Want to Fix America’s Housing Problems

Some young millennial and Gen Z politicians have centered their campaigns this year on housing costs, and the divide is more generational than partisan.

A Fractured North America Begins a Historic World Cup

Mexico and Canada have faced significant recent tension in their relations with the United States. But in their historic World Cup bid, the three countries promoted teamwork.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026

After U.S. and Iran Exchange Strikes, Trump Issues New Threat

President Trump said Iran would “pay the price” for taking “too long to negotiate” an agreement to end the war.

How Quiet Oman Landed Itself in Trump’s Cross Hairs

As the Iran war drags on, Oman — a U.S. ally and mediator with Iran — has found itself at odds with the Trump administration and some of its own neighbors.

The Battle for the Senate Could Come Down to Hopes and Fears in Maine

Graham Platner’s primary victory in Maine sets up a high-stakes contest between a progressive with political baggage and a battle-tested Republican senator.

3 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Primary Election Results

A Twist in Ukraine’s Drone Campaign Is ‘Really Hurting the Russians’

Midrange attacks, using upgraded drones that Ukraine produces in huge numbers, are causing fuel shortages and complicating troop rotations.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026

A Challenge in the U.S.-Iran Talks: Both Sides Demand Victory

Washington and Tehran would need to defend any potential deal as a win for their side. And each has a leader whose approach to talks is vexing mediators.

Israel Launches New Strikes in Southern Lebanon

The attacks came a day after Israel and Iran pulled back from direct confrontation. The Israeli campaign against Hezbollah has been an obstacle in U.S.-Iran peace talks.

With Baseless California Vote Fraud Claims, Trump Previews His Midterms Strategy

President Trump is using the slow count of mail ballots to try to cast doubt on outcomes he doesn’t like, despite a lack of evidence of any widespread fraud.

Ukraine’s Neighbors Seek Shelter as More and More Drones Fly Overhead

Drones launched by both Russia and Ukraine are veering off course, menacing countries that are not at war.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026

Iran and Israel Move to De-escalate After Cease-Fire Breaks Down

Yemen’s Houthis threaten to block Israeli shipping in the Red Sea.

How the Drive to Find a Conspiracy Against Trump Rocked the Justice Dept.

A push by the F.B.I. director to investigate what President Trump’s allies saw as a “deep state” cabal ended careers and undercut the department’s credibility.

A ‘Miraculous Transformation’: How Kim Jong-un Fortified North Korea

He used the pandemic to ruthlessly tighten his grip on the country. Then he energized its economy by leveraging Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Why Xi Jinping Is Going to North Korea to Court Kim Jong-un