U.S. Negotiators Are Closing In On A Limited Deal With The Taliban
The proposed accord is aimed at ending nearly 18 years of war in Afghanistan. The exit deal distinctly echoes another that turned out badly: Vietnam.
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Teen Activist Will Avoid Greenhouse Gas Emissions On Her Way To U.N. Summit
A 16-year-old Swedish activist has sailed the Atlantic to attend a U.N. climate summit. She's become a high-profile presence in climate diplomacy, and inspired teens to push for action.
U.S. Companies That Operate In China Mull Trump's Trade Comments
NPR's Noel King talks to Ker Gibbs, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, about President Trump's remarks at the G-7 summit about the U.S.-China trade relationship.
News Brief: Oklahoma Opioid Ruling, Iran Sanctions, Newark's Water
Oklahoma judge rules Johnson & Johnson is partly to blame for the state's opioid crisis. President Trump may meet with Iran's president. Protesters rally against lead in Newark's drinking water.
Pakistan Hopes Foreign Powers Will Get Involved In Conflict Over Kashmir
In a speech to the nation, Pakistan's prime minister said his country will go to "any length" to support Kashmir. Pakistan, however, is struggling to drum up international support.
Rouhani Backs Off Meeting With Trump, Saying U.S. Must First Lift Sanctions
The Iranian president's remarks on Tuesday were in contrast to an initially favorable reception to the idea of a face-to-face meeting with President Trump.
China Arrests Australian Writer On Espionage Charges
Yang Hengjun, a former Chinese diplomat who became an Australian citizen, was arrested seven months ago in China. He has written extensively in the past on the rule of law, democracy and human rights.
SOS From Brazil's Amazon Fire Protesters: 'We Need The World's Help Right Now'
Protesters took to the streets across Brazil this weekend to voice outrage over the fires burning through the Amazon.
'Persistent Engagement': The Phrase Driving A More Assertive U.S. Spy Agency
For the director of the National Security Agency, Gen. Paul Nakasone, it means relentlessly tracking adversaries in cyberspace and increasingly taking action against them.
Iran Seen Preparing For Space Launch
Satellite imagery shows that Iran has given its launch pad a fresh coat of paint. It is another sign the nation will soon attempt to launch something into orbit.