Opinion: The Danger From Iran Didn't Die With Soleimani
We should be very worried about the new risks we will confront in a world where senior government officials are considered fair game, writes former diplomat Brett Bruen.
Middle East
European Nations Trigger Iran Nuclear Deal Dispute Mechanism
EU policy adviser Nathalie Tocci offers perspective on a move by European nations to trigger a dispute mechanism in response to Tehran's attempts to roll back parts of the nuclear deal.
U.S. Could Strike Iran Or Proxies 'Where Legally Available,' Esper Says
In an interview with NPR on Monday, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said if U.S. troops or interests are threatened, the U.S. will have the right to retaliate.
State Department Calls American's Death In Egyptian Prison Tragic
A U.S. citizen has died in an Egyptian prison and activists say it's an example of the rights abuses that the Trump administration should do more about. Moustafa Kassem was arrested in 2013.
News Brief: Esper Interview, Democratic Debate, Gunman's iPhones
The Pentagon says the U.S. has the constitutional authority to strike Iranian proxies. In Iowa, there's been a shift in tone for the Democratic presidential race. And, Apple again defies FBI demands.
Some Canadians Are Angry At The U.S. Over Iran's Downing Of Flight 752
Canadians have been questioning who is at fault for the downing last week of the plane, with some pinning part of the blame on the United States.
U.S. Citizen Dies In Egyptian Prison, State Department Says
Moustafa Kassem, who sold auto parts in New York, was arrested amid a massive crackdown in Egypt in 2013. He had been on hunger strike for more than a year at the time of his death.
Rep. Will Hurd, Former CIA Officer In Middle East, On Protests In Iran
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks about the latest Iran developments with Rep. Will Hurd, R-Texas, member of the House Intelligence Committee and former undercover CIA officer in the Middle East.
What It Was Like To Report From Iran Last Week
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks about her week of reporting in Iran — just after the targeted killing of a top Iranian general by the U.S. Kelly was one of few Americans reporting in Iran last week.
An Opening Between Israel And Gaza — For Now
Israel and Hamas are taking initial steps toward an agreement to calm hostilities — and it's allowing thousands of Palestinians from Gaza to go work in Israel daily.