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Understanding Israel's Raids And Settler Expansion in the West Bank
On Wednesday Israel launched raids into the Occupied West Bank, they say to root out Hamas militants and prevent another attack like the one that occ…
1 year, 7 months ago
The Tiny Island Nation Caught Between Two Superpowers
The island nation of Palau is at the center of tensions between the U.S., China, and Taiwan. We go there to see what the competition between superpow…
1 year, 7 months ago
The Story of an Underdog Sports Team and a Rock Star
At one time, in the 1970's, Watford Football Club in England was at the bottom of the rankings. Then rock superstar Elton John purchased the team and…
1 year, 7 months ago
A Key Sticking Point in Gaza Ceasefire Talks
Work continues towards finding a path to a ceasefire in Gaza. U.S. mediators continue to communicate optimism, while the two sides, Israel and Hamas,…
1 year, 7 months ago
Why is the U.S. Sanctioning Some Israelis?
In an unprecedented step, the U.S. has imposed sanctions in recent months on about a dozen Israelis who it says have taken violent action against Pal…
1 year, 7 months ago
Why Ukrainian Guards Are Patrolling This River for Fellow Ukrainians
Some Ukrainians are fleeing an unpopular conscription drive for troops. Ukrainian guards are on their trail. NPR's Joanna Kakissis takes us to one es…
1 year, 7 months ago
A Lithium Motherlode Causes Civil Unrest in Serbia
The world needs lithium to transition to a lower carbon future. The mineral is used in batteries, such as those found in electric vehicles. But extra…
1 year, 7 months ago
The Urgency of the Situation in Sudan
Some 12 million people are displaced in Sudan as the military government battles a powerful paramilitary group. There is acute hunger and risk of fam…
1 year, 7 months ago
What is the Strategy Behind Ukraine's Assault Into Russia?
Ukraine's attack into Russian territory surprised many. Including, it would seem, the Russians themselves. But what are the strategic goals Ukraine i…
1 year, 7 months ago
Youth in Charge in Bangladesh
Earlier this month a youth-led movement helped topple the government of an autocratic prime minister in Bangladesh. Now students sweep broken glass, …
1 year, 7 months ago