Israel Hits Hamas Targets With The 1st Airstrikes Since Cease-Fire Deal
The Israel Defense Forces said its fighter jets struck two Hamas military compounds early Wednesday morning.
Middle East
3 Days After A New Governnent Is Installed, Israel Strikes Gaza Targets
Israel hit Hamas sites in Gaza after incendiary balloons were launched in the first attacks since a ceasefire ended 11 days of fighting last month.
Israeli Nationalist March Through Jerusalem Has Heightened Tensions Further
Israeli nationalists marched through Palestinian neighborhoods of Jerusalem Tuesday, heightening tensions and providing a first test for the new Israeli government.
From The Streets Of Tehran: Iranians' Thoughts Ahead Of Friday's Vote For President
Iranians vote for a president on Friday. In the streets of Tehran the expectation is that a hardliner will win, in part for lack of many other choices.
How The U.S. Can Control Its Financial Presence In Afghanistan When Troops Leave
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with John F. Sopko, special inspector general for Afghanistan reconstruction. He's calling for continued oversight of U.S. funding there as American presence declines.
Netanyahu's Legacy After 12 Years As Israel's Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu ends the longest term for any Israeli prime minister, 12 years, with a history of alliance with U.S. Republicans.
Turkey Racing To Combat 'Snot' In Sea Of Marmara
Turkey is rushing to combat a pollution-caused muck in the Sea of Marmara that's growing across the seabed and excretes a foul mucus on the water's surface.
Iranians Will Choose From 7 Presidential Candidates Friday
Voters are concerned about the economy, including a shortage of food and medicine, as well as a lack of COVID-19 vaccines.
Naftali Bennett Is Sworn In As Israel's New Prime Minister
The Israeli parliament voted to unseat Benjamin Netanyahu after 12 years in power. Israel's longest-serving prime minister will be succeeded by Naftali Bennett, a former aide turned political rival.
News Brief: Prime Minister Netanyahu Ousted, NATO Summit, COVID Deaths
Israel's parliament votes in a new government. President Biden meets with leaders of other NATO member countries. The U.S. death toll nears a total of 600,000 people who have died of COVID-19.