Poland’s prime minister appeared on Wednesday to confirm the conclusions of western intelligence officials who had warned of a Russian plot to blow up cargo aircraft over western countries. “I can only confirm that Russia planned acts of air terror, not just against Poland but against airlines across the globe,” the prime minister, Donald Tusk,…
As Panama’s president laid a wreath to honor those who died protesting the American occupation 60 years ago, the ceremony attendees were resolute. The commemoration this month came just days after President-elect Donald J. Trump falsely claimed China was controlling the Panama Canal and suggested he could use military force to retake the waterway. The…
Mediators worked on Wednesday to finalize a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas that would release hostages held in Gaza and halt fighting in the devastating war. Neither Israeli nor Hamas officials have publicly confirmed their position on the cease-fire proposal. Israeli and U.S. officials have said they were waiting for a final response from…
China David Pierson is a foreign correspondent for The Times, covering China. China is bracing for a trade war. Mr. Trump has pledged to impose a blanket tariff on Chinese exports, which Beijing has been relying on to offset the weak state of its economy. Few in China expect improved relations with the United States,…