New York Times

1. In Private, Some Israeli Officers Admit That Gaza Is on the Brink of Starvation

   Israel’s government has publicly dismissed warnings of extreme food shortages after it blocked aid deliveries, but an internal analysis concluded that a crisis looms if food supplies are not restored.

2. Saudis Greet Trump to His Tastes, With Pomp, Opulence and Real Estate

   The Saudi crown prince gave President Trump a warm and opulent welcome, reflecting the amity between a royal family and presidential family with diplomatic and business alliances.

3. Iran Proposes Novel Path to Nuclear Deal With U.S.

   Iranian officials said their foreign minister had proposed a joint nuclear-enrichment venture, involving Arab countries and American investment.

4. In High-Stakes Negotiations, Trump’s Opponents Are Learning His Patterns

   President Trump often takes maximalist positions, only to back down and declare a win. His opponents are catching on.

5. The World Is Wooing U.S. Researchers Shunned by Trump

   As President Trump guts American research institutions, world leaders see a “once-in-a-century brain gain opportunity.”