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Why Russia Is Using Iranian-Made Drones in Ukraine
Despite decades of sanctions, the Islamic Republic has developed a relatively sophisticated military drone program.
Iran After Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei
How the Islamic Republic’s 83-year-old ruler plans to cement his repressive legacy: a Dispatch Explainer.
Why You Shouldn’t Be Surprised by Ukraine’s Success
The Ukrainians have shown the value of sticking to one’s principles.
Queen Elizabeth and Power That Transcends Politics
Preserving virtuous institutions is its own noble purpose.
Our Best Stuff From a Big Week for Ukraine
A surprise campaign in the country’s northeast has Russian forces retreating.
A Ruler Who Sought Not Greatness, But Goodness
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the world lost a leader who embodied stability and decency.
The Morning Dispatch: End of an Era
Plus: Can Stacey Abrams catch Brian Kemp in Georgia?
A Surprising Turn of the Tide in Ukraine
While all eyes were on the counteroffensive to reclaim Kherson in the south, the Ukrainians have launched a second attack out of Kharkiv in the northeast.
Biden’s Truss Opportunity
The new U.K. prime minister could be a superb ally, but the president has to do his part.
Russia Is Using the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant as a Shield—and as a Weapon
The Kremlin is stoking fears of a nuclear disaster in an attempt to end European support of Ukraine.
Red China ‘Backs the Blue’
How the drone company DJI uses local cops in a political influence campaign against Congress.
How to Read Russian Reactions to Ukraine’s Kherson Counteroffensive
Pro-Putin commentators are calling it a feint or a ruse.
U.S.-Iran Negotiations Continue Even as Military Clashes Escalate
American diplomats are still pursuing a new nuclear agreement despite Iran’s aggression in the Middle East.
Turkey’s Latest Move to Undermine NATO
That it’s considering buying additional missile systems from Russia highlights continued challenges for the United States and its NATO allies.
The Morning Dispatch: OPEC Threatens to Tighten the Tap
And an impending Iran deal adds bonus uncertainty to oil markets.