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
To fix housing — and tackle climate change too — U.S. cities look to Vienna Climate change in the U.S. is intersecting with another crisis: the lack of affordable housing. Vienna, Austria, may offer solutions.
EU, Britain and Spain reach border deal on Gibraltar Gibraltar has been the focus of territorial disputes for centuries. But the European Union, Spain and Britain have announced a deal to resolve border issues after Brexit. Lauren Frayer
U.S.-China trade talks continue for a 2nd day in London Chinese exports of rare earth minerals, which are vital to carmakers and other industries, and China's access to high-end technology from the U.S., including computer chips, are high on the agenda. Emily Feng
