Timeline: How The U.S. Came To Strike And Kill A Top Iranian General
The drone strike came after a week of building tension between the U.S. and Iran. Here's what is known from public accounts.
Politics & Government
Trump Says Killing Of Iranian General Was Necessary To 'Stop A War,' Not 'Start One'
Democrats say they were not informed ahead of Thursday's airstrike targeting Qassem Soleimani. Republicans, though, say President Trump ended a terrorist's reign.
Republican Sen. Jim Risch Reacts To U.S. Airstrike That Killed Iranian Gen. Soleimani
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Republican Sen. Jim Risch of Idaho about his reaction to the U.S. drone strike that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani.
1 Month Before Iowa Caucuses, Voters Remain Undecided
The Iowa caucuses are one month from Friday. The candidates are campaigning frantically, and it's clear that many voters' minds are far from made up.
Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine Discusses U.S. Drone Strike That Killed Iranian Commander
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., following the U.S. drone strike that killed Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani at the Baghdad airport early Friday morning.
The News Roundup - International
The United States has killed one of Iran's top military leaders, Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani. Now what?
The News Roundup - Domestic
Trump continues to spotlight the economy in his bid for reelection... and at least one Republican in the Senate says she'd be open to witnesses in the president's impeachment trial.
After A Bold American Gambit Against Iran, 4 Big Questions About What's Next
President Trump ordered the death of the best-known Iranian paramilitary commander in a move expected to yield shock waves across the world. What will happen now?
Congress Was Not Consulted On U.S. Strike That Killed Iranian General
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut, who slammed President Trump for not getting congressional approval for the strike. NPR's Susan Davis weighs in on the issue.
With A Month To Go Before Iowa And New Hampshire, Anything Can Happen
Most Democratic voters say they could change their minds about whom they support. So be prepared for surprises as voting begins in the Democratic nominating contests next month.