Obama Rules Out Another Ground War In Iraq
The president said U.S. airstrikes, combined with military expertise, would be more effective in defeating the group that calls itself the Islamic State.
Middle East
House Poised To Vote On Arming, Training Syrian Rebels
The expected vote on whether to authorize the Obama administration's plan to arm and train moderate fighters comes as the president meets with military officials at U.S. Central Command.
Thanks To Nutella, The World Needs More Hazelnuts
Nutella, launched 50 years ago, has turned into a global phenomenon, boosting demand for hazelnuts. Now producers are looking beyond Turkey's north coast, where most of these nuts are grown.
More Birthdays For Kids Under 5 Around The World
The number of deaths of children under 5 has dropped by 49 percent since 1990. There are many reasons why, from better vaccines and health workers to "kangaroo mother care."
Rep. Gowdy To Lead New Benghazi Committee In First Public Hearing
House lawmakers will give the Sept. 11 attacks in Libya two years ago a fresh look. Wednesday's hearing will be the first public one since Gowdy, R-S.C., became head of a special Benghazi committee.
Dempsey Says If Needed He Would Recommend Ground Forces In Iraq
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told a Senate panel he supports the president's plan to combat Islamic State militants but that if it proved necessary, he would recommend U.S. ground forces.
Details Emerge About U.S. Plans To Fight ISIS In Iraq
The U.S. has secured commitments from some Arab nations and allies to cooperate in the battle against the militant group known as the Islamic State.
ISIS, ISIL Or Islamic State: What's In A Name?
The disparities in naming are partly because of translation difficulties, and partly a sign of a propaganda war. The group calls itself the Islamic State; the Obama administration goes with ISIL.
Israeli, Palestinian Parents Share Their Painful Stories Of Loss
The Parents Circle is a group of Israeli and Palestinian mothers and fathers who have lost children in the conflict. Two of them visited NPR and said this summer's war has only made conditions worse.
Leaders Meet In Paris To Forge Fight Against Islamic State Militants
Representatives from more than 20 countries have gathered in the French capital to form a coalition to defeat the insurgency.