Elections this year hold out the promise that the state can change policies in a way to recover some international good will.

In Lebanon, each new cease-fire is met with blind optimism — as if it hails the end of a conflict instead of what it actually is: an admission ticket to the next war.

Whatever deal is reached between the United States and Iran, Trump will have to make a big concession: A murderous regime remains intact.

We must use our leverage to end Israel’s occupation and establish two states with full political and legal rights for all.

The Times offers answers to some of the pressing questions raised.

Feeding narratives to the credulous isn’t speaking truth to power.

Readers respond to a column by Nicholas Kristof. Also: Imposing religion.

NATO should overcome its distaste for President Trump and sends its navies to help open up the Strait of Hormuz.