Russia And Turkey Have Agreed On Cease-Fire For Syria, What's Next?
Russia and Turkey have announced a new cease-fire for Syria. But like others that have come and gone, this probably represents little more than a pause.
Middle East
7 Things To Know About Israeli Settlements
West Bank settlements have expanded under every Israeli government over the past half-century. Nearly 10 percent of Israel's Jewish population now lives on land captured in the 1967 Six-Day War.
Agreement Reached On Syria Cease-Fire
The nationwide cease-fire is to begin at midnight local time. Russia and Turkey will act as guarantors. The agreement does not include areas under the control of ISIS.
Kerry Rebukes Israeli Settlements, Defends 2-State Solution
David Greene talks to analyst and former negotiator Aaron David Miller about John Kerry's speech, in which he defended the U.S. decision not to veto the U.N. resolution against Israeli settlements.
Global Powers' Commitment To Intervene In Genocides May Be Waning
The U.N. endorsed the "Responsibility to Protect" doctrine in 2005, calling on world powers to stop atrocities. But the secretary general says there's no longer global solidarity on the agreement.
John Kerry Criticizes Israel's Construction Of Settlements In The West Bank
Rachel Martin talks to Palestinian journalist Daoud Kuttab about Secretary of State John Kerry's speech defending the U.S. decision not to veto the U.N. resolution condemning Israeli settlements.
Syrian Doctor Reflects On Life After Leaving Aleppo
David Greene talks to Rami Kalazi, who reflects on the destruction of his native city and life in Turkey, where he went after Syrian regime forces blocked the road to Aleppo and he couldn't get home.
How One U.S. Group Turns Migrants Into Employees
Migrants often have college degrees and extensive professional experience, but may still have to settle for a low-wage job. The U.S. nonprofit Upwardly Global is working to change that.
Trump Tweets Give A Glimpse Into Foreign Policy Approach
The president-elect's comments on Israel, China and nuclear policy also highlight how reactionary comments on social media can immediately spur international concern and attention.
John Kerry Defends And Outlines U.S. Approach In Israel
With his tenure as Secretary of State rapidly pulling to a close, John Kerry made an impassioned argument for a two-state solution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.