German conservative leader Friedrich Merz failed to garner the parliamentary majority needed to become chancellor in a first round of voting in an unexpected setback for his new coalition. The Israeli government has approved plans that may include seizing the Gaza Strip and controlling aid. What a far-right opposition leader's first round win in Romania's presdential election means for Europe and NATO. And stars shine in tailored looks at the Met Gala's celebration of Black tailoring. 

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