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President Biden has prioritized bolstering partnerships over full-throated advocacy for democracy among American allies.

The president put aside his frustrations with the Israeli prime minister over his “extremist” government to focus on issues of mutual interest, like Iran and Saudi Arabia.

The far-reaching bill had set off debates about balancing free speech and privacy rights against efforts to halt the spread of harmful content online.

As other major leaders skipped the annual opening session of the General Assembly, Mr. Biden used his address to try to counter war fatigue both at home and abroad.

Despite U.S. fatigue over Middle East wars, the White House sees a security agreement resembling those with Japan or South Korea as an incentive for Saudi Arabia to normalize relations with Israel.

In a speech to the United Nations, President Biden is expected to promote his administration’s achievements around the globe even as he confronts challenges at home.

Mr. Netanyahu, the Israeli leader, flew to California, where he met with Mr. Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter. In a live broadcast, the men discussed antisemitism, Israel’s judicial crisis and artificial intelligence.

Mr. Netanyahu, the Israeli leader, flew to California, where he plans to discuss artificial intelligence investments with Mr. Musk, the owner of X, formerly Twitter. The encounter gives each a stage to set a new narrative.

The jail time in response to a report the government said spread misinformation stirs alarm about the nation’s deepening political repression.

The appointment of the former commerce secretary and Democratic Party fund-raiser reflects a growing focus on Ukraine’s postwar economic survival.