Israel Elections Preview
Israeli voters go to the polls Monday for an unprecedented third time in a year and may face yet another deadlocked election.
Middle East
Syria Could Be Facing Its Worst Humanitarian Crisis. But It's Not Always Page One News
Syria has been in and out of the news for nearly a decade. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with The Washington Post's Syria correspondent Liz Sly on how to tell a story that is constantly being forgotten.
Oil Prices Plummet As Coronavirus Outbreak, Quarantines Soften China's Demand
China is the world's largest importer of oil, and COVID-19 has led to a sharp drop in its demand for crude. That means bad news for Saudi Arabia, which needs high oil prices.
Israel's Groundhog Day: Hold Elections. Call Another Vote. Repeat
After two failed tries, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hopes to win reelection on Monday. But don't be surprised if there's another inconclusive result.
Coronavirus Around The World: How The U.S., Italy And Other Countries Are Responding
The virus that causes COVID-19 is spreading in the U.S., but the general threat to most Americans remains low. Other countries have made various changes to address the outbreak.
U.S. And The Taliban Sign Historic Agreement
The U.S. and the Taliban have signed a deal after 18 years of war in Afghanistan. It calls for the withdrawal of American and NATO military forces from the country within 14 months.
Afghan University Student Reflects On Week Of Reduced Violence
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Afghan college student Hakim Ahmadzai about differences he's experienced in Kabul since a seven-day reduction in violence agreement has been in effect.
Turkish Military Casualties In Syria Spell Awkward Relations With Russia
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Asli Aydintasbas, senior fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations, about the deadliest day for the Turkish military since it entered the Syrian conflict.
Turkish Soldiers Killed In An Air Attack, Turkey Blames Syria
Turkey says more than a dozen of its troops were killed in a Syrian airstrike. Turkey faults Syria, and avoided blaming Russia, amid a month of fighting around Idlib province.
Coronavirus Outbreak In Iran Has Tehran Residents Doubting Government Response
On the street in Tehran, people are wondering if their country has the capacity to deal with the coronavirus outbreak — and whether news of it was suppressed.