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Article snippet: (Want to get this briefing by email? Here’s the sign-up.) Good morning. Here’s what you need to know: • Zimbabwe’s military claimed to have taken custody of President Robert Mugabe, one of Africa’s longest-serving leaders, in what increasingly appeared to be a military takeover in the southern African nation. After apparently seizing the state broadcaster, ZBC, two uniformed officers said in a short, predawn announcement that “the situation in our country has moved to another level.” While denying that the military had seized power, they said that Mr. Mugabe and his family “are safe and sound, and their security is guaranteed.” (Above, Mr. Mugabe and his wife, Grace, last week.) Here’s what we know so far. _____ • Our Tehran bureau chief, traveling with a photographer, reached the earthquake-ravaged area of western Iran. The death toll has surpassed 530, he writes, “a massive loss of life” accompanied by vast structural damage — a painful test for the government’s resources and capabilities. In one village, he found a lone Shiite cleric who was trying to help. “I’m trying to talk to people about God, give them peace of mind — that is all I can do,” he said. “And pray. One can always pray.” _____ • In France, President Emmanuel Macron visited an impoverished suburb and a depressed industrial town, promising investment and seeking to dispel jibes that he is the “president of the rich.” Mr. Macron, along with Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany, is expected to atten... Link to the full article to read more