New York Times

1. The Generals Who Are Now Running Iran

   The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ushered in a new form of collective leadership in the country, with more power for the Revolutionary Guards.

2. How People in Lebanon Are Reacting to Talks With Israel

   The Lebanese are deeply divided over whether rare direct talks with Israel are a good thing.

3. $106 Billion Loan Reflects E.U.’s View That Peace in Ukraine Is Far Away

   Unlike previous European assistance packages, this one is heavily weighted toward military spending, meant to put Ukraine on solid footing for a long fight.

4. Will Bulgaria’s New Leader Cast His Lot With Europe or Russia?

   With a record of pro-Russia statements, Rumen Radev handily won elections this week. Now Bulgarians and his E.U. partners wait to see which way he will turn.

5. Russian Officials Say Town’s Air Is Toxic, Days After Strike on Oil Refinery

   Since Ukraine attacked the refinery in Tuapse, starting a huge fire, residents have reported drops of dark, oily toxins falling from the sky.