Understanding The Map Of Jerusalem, Or Trying To
The move on Monday of the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem endorses Israel's view of the city — where it has reshaped the map to solidify its hold.
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Palestinians In Jerusalem Struggle To Maintain A Foothold In The City They Call Home
Israel has reshaped Jerusalem in a way that leaves many Palestinians struggling. About 38 percent of the city's residents are Palestinian. Tens of thousands live behind an Israeli-built barrier.
From Prison To The London Stage: A 'MacBeth' Actor's Second Act
Michael Balogun spent his early years in and out of jail — until he decided to become an actor. Balogun credits that decision as to why he's alive today.
U.S. Readies To Open Jerusalem Embassy
By moving its embassy to Jerusalem, the U.S. endorses Israel's view that the city is its capital. Israeli control of the city has left many Palestinians struggling to remain in a city they call home.
Israel And The Iran Deal
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to the former chief of Israeli military intelligence, Amos Yadlin, about how changes in U.S. foreign policy are affecting Israel.
Foreign Policy Perspective From AEI And Cato
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro discusses President Trump's foreign policy with Danielle Pletka of the American Enterprise Institute and Christopher Preble of the Cato Institute.
South Sudan Update
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to John Prendergast, of the Enough Project, about the effects of U.S. humanitarian aid to South Sudan amid a humanitarian crisis.
Suicide Bombers Kill At Least 11, Wound Dozens At Churches In Indonesia
Attackers targeted three churches, which were holding Sunday services. An intelligence official says an ISIS-allied group may be responsible.
'Terrorist Group' Kills 26 In Burundi
"Some of the victims were stabbed, others were shot, there is even a whole family that was burned alive in their home," an official told AFP. A survivor said some victims were hacked with machetes.
Eurovision Returns To Glitz, Politics And Censorship
Israel's Netta, crowned for the song, "Toy," marked a return to the competition's hallmarks. Although she played into the over-the-top style, the singer thanked the audience "for choosing different."