Live updates: Fierce fighting in Lebanon; U.N. official says IDF using same tactics as in Gaza
A U.N. human rights official condemned Israeli attacks in Lebanon, accusing its military of using “the same means and methods of warfare” as in Gaza. #press
As Germany’s far right reaches milestone moment, extremists grow bolder
The AfD could emerge for the first time as the strongest party in a German state parliament after Sunday elections in Saxony and Thuringia. #press
U.N. Security Council adopts resolution on permanent Gaza cease-fire
Russia abstained in the vote, which is designed to push both Hamas and Israel toward an immediate ceasefire and release of hostages. #press
Three missionaries from Oklahoma-based group fatally shot in Haiti
Missions in Haiti Inc. identified the victims as David Lloyd, son of its founders; his wife, Natalie Llyod, the daughter of Missouri state Rep. Ben Baker; and Jude, the group’s country director. #press
Russian jamming leaves some high-tech U.S. weapons ineffective in Ukraine
Confidential Ukrainian assessments obtained by The Washington Post show how accuracy rates of some Western weapons fell after Russian jamming disrupted guidance systems. #press
How many hostages are still in Gaza since Hamas attack on Israel? What to know.
Israel estimates some 112 hostages held by Hamas have been released or freed; 84 are believed still to be alive in Gaza. Here’s what we know. #press
Pope clears way for first millennial saint, dubbed ‘God’s Influencer’
Pope Francis has recognized a second miracle linked to Carlo Acutis, paving the way for his canonization. The teen, known for his online evangelizing, died in 2006. #press
U.S. tries to downplay role in Haiti, but it’s hard to hide the planes
The Biden administration said from the outset it would neither lead the effort nor provide troops. But it struggled to find a country willing to take up the tasks. #press
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/05/24/haiti-kenya-security-force/?utm_source=press.coop
Bardella v. Attal: Two young guns battle for the future of France
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has been deployed to counter Jordan Bardella and a far-right surge ahead of European Parliament elections. #press
Middle East conflict live updates: ICJ to rule on Israel’s Rafah assault
The World Court is set to rule on South Africa’s request that it order Israel to cease military operations in Gaza, specifically the offensive in Rafah. #press
Horse’s rooftop rescue gives flood-hit Brazil ‘something we could root for’
After Caramelo the horse was stranded on a roof, the dramatic race to save him gripped some in Brazil as the nation grapples with severe flooding. #press
Navalny’s former chief of staff attacked with hammer outside Lithuania home
Leonid Volkov former chief of staff of Kremlin critic Alexey Navalny, was attacked with a hammer outside his home on Tuesday. #press
A Ramadan of ‘sadness’ as war-weary Gazans go hungry
The Post spoke to Gazans in the north Tuesday about how they are marking Ramadan — and trying to survive — amid the chaos of war and a growing hunger crisis. #press
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/03/12/gaza-north-hunger-aid-ramadan/?utm_source=press.coop
India to implement asylum law that excludes Muslims, as election nears
The citizenship law, which sparked riots after it passed in 2019, provides a naturalization fast track for persecuted non-Muslims from neighboring countries. #press
U.S. to send Ukraine $300 million arms package as further aid stalls
The arms package for Ukraine will be funded by cost savings from contracts the Pentagon brokered to replace previous weapons donations, the White House said. #press
As leader resigns, Haitian politicians rush to create a new government
Following Monday night’s resignation of Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry, the country’s leaders were given 24 hours to provide names for a transitional presidential council to lead the country. #press
Picasso tried to ruin his ex’s career. The Picasso Museum will show her art.
Françoise Gilot is thought to be the only woman to have left Pablo Picasso. Decades later, her work is on display in its own room of the Picasso Museum in Paris. #press
A ship carrying 200 tons of food is heading to Gaza. What to know.
A ship is bringing humanitarian aid to Gaza for the first time since the Israel-Hamas war began. José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen is operating the mission. #press
What’s happening in Haiti? Leader resigns as gang-led violence worsens.
Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigned as gangs tighten their grip on Haiti, leading to violence and food shortages. The U.S. pledged more financial aid. #press
Ukraine drones hit Russian oil facility as anti-Kremlin units stage attack
The drone strikes caused fires at petroleum facilities in Nizhny Novgorod, Russian media reported. #press