What's Next For Belarus' Opposition party after Siarhei Tsikhanouski's Release Siarhei Tsikhanouski, Belarus' key opposition figure, is free after spending nearly five years in jail. His wife, Sviatlena , talks about taking up her husband's mantle after his imprisonment. Kai McNamee
Germany's plans to rebuild its beleaguered military Germany is aiming to field the largest army in the European Union with massive investment. Rob Schmitz
What to know about Jeff Bezos' upcoming Venice wedding — and the protests against it Bezos will soon marry Lauren Sánchez in Venice. Protesters say the city, already grappling with overtourism, is putting the wedding over their needs — which city officials and wedding organizers deny. Rachel Treisman
At war with Israel, Iran urges new diplomacy in Geneva and the U.N. Security Council It marks the most significant known diplomatic talks between Tehran and Western governments since Israel launched a surprise offensive against Iran one week ago. Rebecca Rosman
Ancient Roman masterpieces emerge from a London demolition pit Thousands of newly discovered fragments, which once adorned a high-status Roman building, offer an unprecedented glimpse into the artistic sophistication and daily life of ancient Londinium. Willem Marx
U.K. Parliament bans women from being prosecuted for late-term abortion The new law makes it illegal to investigate, arrest, prosecute or imprison any woman in England or Wales for terminating her own pregnancy — no matter what term or trimester she's in. Lauren Frayer
North Korea plans to send military construction workers and deminers to Russia North Korea will send thousands to support reconstruction work in Russia's Kursk region. North Korea has already supplied combat troops and conventional weapons to back Russia's war against Ukraine. The Associated Press
Russia pummels Kyiv with drones and missiles, killing at least 15 The attacks was one of the largest on Ukraine's capital in months. It came as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepared for the G7 summit in Canada, where he is pushing for stronger sanctions on Russia. Joanna Kakissis
North Koreans fighting for Russia against Ukraine have grown skilled in drone warfare North Korea sent 11,000 elite soldiers to support Russia. Their progress — especially in drone warfare — has implications not only for Russia's war on Ukraine but also peace on the Korean Peninsula. Joanna Kakissis
Spaniards turn water pistols on visitors to protest mass tourism The tourists who were targeted by water blasts laughed it off. Cities like Barcelona and the island of Mallorca have seen housing costs skyrocket as homes are diverted to the short-term rental market. The Associated Press
