New York Times

1. Xi and Blinken Trade Small Nods Over a Large Gap

   The U.S. secretary of state and the Chinese leader struck conciliatory notes in Beijing. But there was no budging on, or hiding, their governments’ core differences.

2. When U.S. Officials Visit China, Their Food Choices Are Closely Watched

   Visits to China by American officials like Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken can bring fame to local restaurants, as well as scrutiny to the dignitaries.

3. Blinken meets Xi, and Supreme Court Considers Presidential Immunity

   Plus, Haiti gets a new government.

4. Israel’s Military Campaign Has Left Gaza’s Medical System Near Collapse

   The Israeli military’s bombardment and invasion of Gaza have decimated its health care system in a way that aid groups and international bodies are increasingly calling “systematic.”

5. A Baby Born in Gaza After Her Mother Was Killed Has Died

   The birth of the girl, captured on video, brought a glimmer of hope to war-torn Gaza, but she died of respiratory problems after five days, her uncle said.