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Emmanuel Macron Appoints Key Ally as France’s New Prime Minister

President Emmanuel Macron of France tapped François Bayrou, a veteran centrist politician and one of his top allies, as the new prime minister, a move that few expect would stabilize the country's roiling politics.

The Syrian Upheaval Has Iranian Leaders Reeling, Too

For decades, Iran poured money and military aid into Syria, backing the Assad regime in its ambition to confront Israel. Now many Iranians are openly asking why.

Russia Hits Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure in a Renewed Assault

Russia launched a missile attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure early Friday, in an assault that President Volodymyr Zelensky described as “one of the largest strikes” on his country’s power facilities.

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