Sports
World Cup: Morocco makes history in 1-0 defeat of Portugal
Team becomes 1st African and Arab country to reach tournament's semifinals
Middle East
International relations
U.S. imposes sanctions over rights abuses, targets China and Russia
Penalties on PME mark Washington's first against a Nasdaq-listed company
International relations
With Xi's trip, China capitalizes on Saudi-U.S. rift
Beijing chases greater clout in vital region, while Riyadh woos new investment
International relations
Saudi Arabia signs Huawei deal, deepening China ties on Xi visit
U.S. wary of Beijing's growing influence
Opinion
U.S. distractions have opened door for China's Arab romance
Xi Jinping is getting a warmer welcome than Biden did in Saudi Arabia
International relations
Xi's Saudi visit seeks to shift narrative away from protests
Top oil exporter and importer prepare for uncertainties ahead
Politics
Turkey's frustrated youth turn their back on Erdogan's ruling AKP
Sky-high inflation, stalled growth sap optimism for country's future
Sports
Japan and South Korea savor biggest World Cup night in 20 years
Bars and restaurants prepare to serve fans in early hours
Iran tensions
Iranian state media: Construction begins on nuclear plant
New 300-megawatt plant will take eight years to build and cost around $2 billion
Sports
World Cup: Netherlands knocks out U.S. as Dumfries shines
Dutch side among final 8 teams, awaits Argentina-Australia winner
Sports
World Cup roundup: Mexico eliminated despite win; Poland advances
Australia shocks Denmark 1-0 to waltz into knockout stage
International relations
Turkic world sees 'risks and opportunities' as Russia stumbles
Turkey, EU, China seek to make inroads into Central Asia and the Caucasus
Sports
World Cup: U.S. defeats Iran in politically charged showdown
Americans advance to round of 16; some Iran supporters cheer Mahsa Amini protest
Sports
World Cup roundup: Brazil edges Switzerland to advance
Portugal scores second Group H win, secures berth in knockout round
Sports
World Cup: Costa Rica stuns Japan with surprise 1-0 victory
After beating Germany, Japan punished for not taking the initiative
Sports
World Cup roundup: Defending champion France advances
Messi keeps title hopes alive helping Argentina past Mexico
Opinion
Asia's middle powers are building new regional order
Loose minilateral groupings are helping address specific problems
Sports
World Cup: Saudi Arabia falls back down to earth with 2-0 loss to Poland
Lewandowski breaks through scoreless drought with first-ever tournament goal
Comment
Did Biden snub Erdogan in Bali, or forget Turkey is part of NATO?
Ankara's balancing act is headache for Washington, but geography matters
Sports
Australia edge Tunisia for first World Cup win since 2010
Victory snaps Socceroos' seven-match winless streak at tournament
