The New York Times

1. Iran Gets Major Economic Lifeline for Minimal Concessions in Initial Deal

   The agreement delays the most difficult steps for Iran for later talks, while granting it crucial benefits.

2. Iran and the U.S. Have an Understanding. Will It Lead to a Deal?

   Europe and the larger world will be watching carefully to see if talks produce a lasting agreement on Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.

3. Ukraine Strikes Moscow Refinery in Large-Scale Drone Attack

   The attack, which shut down the capital’s airports for several hours, was part of an escalating campaign to bring the conflict home to Russians.

4. A Twist in Ukraine’s Drone Campaign Is ‘Really Hurting the Russians’

   Midrange attacks, using upgraded drones that Ukraine produces in huge numbers, are causing fuel shortages and complicating troop rotations.

5. Critics of Russia Say This Critic Isn’t Critical Enough

   Alexander Sokurov has questioned the Russian president about government repression, but he is still controversial among his country’s exiles.