Top US diplomat dismisses reports that Israeli-Palestinian talks have hit roadblock; says Netanyahu and Abbas still committed to moving forward

Speaking from warship, US defense secretary says American military posture will remain during six months of Geneva deal

Mandela’s passing closes final chapter in South Africa’s struggle to cast off apartheid, leaving world with memories of man of astonishing grace, good humor

Plaintiffs say they donated for a new building in San Diego and children’s charity, but both causes had never been advanced

Unnamed officials in Jerusalem say Hassan al-Laqis’ death probably a result of spillover from violence in Syria

Mood lively as hundreds gather outside Mandela home in Johannesburg to mourn leader

Coordinated assault in Sanaa leaves 52 dead, group claims it carried out attack to avenge cooperation with US drone strikes

Fraught ties largely superceded by organizations’ emphasizing leader’s role as symbol of freedom