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The Overlooked Crisis in Congo: 'We Live in War'
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Israel Says 3 Hostages Bore White Flag Before Being Killed by Troops

Israel Says 3 Hostages Bore White Flag Before Being Killed by Troops

By Aaron Boxerman, Ben Hubbard and Thomas Fuller

The military said the mistaken killing of the three men, who had been shirtless, was a violation of its rules of engagement.

The Overlooked Crisis in Congo: 'We Live in War'

The Overlooked Crisis in Congo: 'We Live in War'

By Declan Walsh and Arlette Bashizi

Six million have died, and more than six million are displaced after decades of fighting and the ensuing humanitarian crisis in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, drawing in neighbors, mercenaries and militias. An upcoming election is inflaming tempers.

In India, There's an App for Everything. Even Dream Babies.

In India, There's an App for Everything. Even Dream Babies.

By Mujib Mashal and Hari Kumar

Startups big and small are adding a modern touch to the ancient practice of instilling Hindu values starting in the womb.

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Israel Found the Hamas Money Machine Years Ago. Nobody Turned It Off.

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Israel Found the Hamas Money Machine Years Ago. Nobody Turned It Off.

By Jo Becker and Justin Scheck

Agents worried as millions poured in. Hamas bought weapons and plotted an attack. The authorities now say the money helped lay the groundwork for the Oct. 7 assault on Israel.

I Was a Doctor in Iraq. I Am Seeing a Nightmare Play Out Again.

Opinion | Guest Essay

I Was a Doctor in Iraq. I Am Seeing a Nightmare Play Out Again.

By Omar Dewachi

The destruction of Gaza's health care infrastructure and the justifications used to defend it feel hauntingly familiar.

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