Syrian Refugee Activist And Her Daughter Brutally Murdered In Turkey
The killing of a mother and daughter who worked to document atrocities committed by the Syrian regime rocked refugee communities in Turkey and elsewhere.
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Doctored Photo Shows Saudi Arabia's King Faisal Sitting Next To Yoda
A textbook has a photo of the king taken in 1945 sitting next to Yoda. The artist who superimposed the Star Wars character said he has no idea how his art accidentally showed up in a textbook.
Kurds Expected To Vote Overwhelmingly In Favor Of Separating From Iraq
Iraq's Kurdistan region is scheduled to hold a referendum on independence on Monday, despite warnings from the U.S., the U.N. and neighboring countries.
Iran Shows Off New Ballistic Missile At Military Parade
"When it comes to defending our country, we will ask nobody for their permission," President Hassan Rouhani said. The missile has a reported range of 1,243 miles.
Trump Considering New Restrictions To Replace His Trademark Travel Ban
The travel ban has been one of the signature initiatives of the Trump administration, but it has been plagued by legal challenges, including a case the Supreme Court will hear next month.
Despite Urging Otherwise, Kurds In Iraq Move Forward With Scheduled Independence Vote
The U.S., Turkey, Iran and others want Iraq's Kurds to cancel an independence vote set for Monday. Most Iraqi Kurds want their own country, which could prompt Kurds in other countries to follow suit.
Former Deputy Secretary Of State Talks About Future Of Iran Nuclear Deal
President Trump has suggested he wants to revisit the Iran nuclear deal, which was negotiated by the Obama administration. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with former Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken about the deal.
World Leaders Urge Trump Not To Pull Out Of Iran Nuclear Pact
Mary Louise Kelly talks to former Obama adviser Ben Rhodes, who warns if President Trump pulls out of the deal, it will alienate allies, and Iran may restart its nuclear program.
At the U.N., Secretary Tillerson Meets His Iranian Counterpart
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and the Iranian foreign minister met for the first time on Wednesday. The U.N. is focused on posturing from the two sides over the two-year-old nuclear deal.
In Kitchens Across New York, 'Oh My Sweet Land' Serves Up Stories Of Syria
The one-woman show centers on a Syrian-American who tells harrowing stories of Syria's civil war as she prepares a traditional dish. It's an intimate experience for both the audience and the actress.