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What in the World?
Test yourself on the week of Jan. 11: The U.S. Senate holds confirmation hearings, South Korean authorities detain President Yoon Suk-yeol, and Mozambicans take to the streets in protest.

The Lessons of South Africa’s Stolen Land
Transfers of territory are central to the country’s efforts at racial reconciliation.

The Man Who Would Buy TikTok
Frank McCourt sees the Chinese-owned social media platform as a catalyst for a deeper conversation.

A New NATO Deal for America
Here is how Europe can meet the Trump administration’s expectations on defense.

Was Karen Bass Right to Go to Ghana?
Foreign trips are a key part of mayoral life in a global age.

What Does Trump Want in Greenland?
The U.S. president-elect’s threats could lead the autonomous Arctic island to negotiate new terms in its relationship with Denmark.

Who’s in Charge in South Korea?
The president is under arrest, and the acting president is reluctant to act.

The U.S. Case for Ukraine’s Reconstruction
Economic recovery is central to any post-war settlement and comes with major payoffs.

Lebanon’s Success Depends on Sidelining Hezbollah
The new government in Beirut is the country’s best chance for reform in years—but support from Washington and Riyadh will be crucial.

Europe’s Biggest Problem Is Pessimism
The headwinds are surmountable, but the continent is giving up on the idea of progress.

Trump’s Ambitious Week One Agenda
He has pledged to take immediate action on issues from border security to trade.

Netanyahu Stalls Cease-Fire Deal With ‘Last-Minute Crisis’
It is unclear whether Israel’s delay is because of internal dissent within Netanyahu’s ruling coalition as his top far-right allies threaten to leave the bloc.

Will Trump Wage ‘No New Wars’?
Lessons from the past about Trump as commander in chief.

The TikTok Ban Looms
The Supreme Court has upheld the ban. Here’s what to know about the popular social media app’s future.

Science Could Be a Bright Spot in U.S.-China Relations
A renewed agreement may help stabilize a turbulent relationship.