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As Zelensky Heads to Washington, Russia Targets Kyiv With Missiles

As President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine heads to Washington on an urgent mission to rally flagging Western support for his nation, the Russian military on Monday targeted the Ukrainian capital with the most intense salvo of ballistic missiles in months.

Despite Wars, Earthquakes and Hurricanes, U.N. Cuts Appeal for Aid

The United Nations has cut its appeal for humanitarian aid in the coming year by nearly 20 percent, saying that it has to focus on only the most urgent cases, even as the number of people facing conflict and climate emergencies grows sharply.

Iran Puts E.U. Official From Sweden on Trial

Iran has put a European Union official from Sweden on trial for allegations that include spying for Israel and a charge that could carry the death penalty, according to Iranian state media, prompting renewed calls for his release.

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