Pompeo Says The U.S. Troop Withdrawal From Syria Is Just A 'Tactical Change'
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is traveling through the Middle East as confusion mounts over U.S. policy in Syria.
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The Escalating Attack On Press Freedoms In Nicaragua
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Confidencial editor Carlos Fernando Chamorro about the Nicaraguan government's brutal crackdown on press freedoms.
A Critic Of Turkey, The Knicks' Enes Kanter Speaks Out About His Fears For His Life
The NBA star says he fears that if he travels to London for an upcoming game against the Washington Wizards, he might be killed for speaking out against Turkey's president.
Opinion: The Strange Silence Over China's Muslim Crackdown
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the world's inattention to China's crackdown on Uighurs, Kazakhs and other Chinese Muslims.
Secretary Of State Pompeo Slated To Meet With Gulf Allies On Countering Iran, Terrorism
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is meeting with Gulf allies to try and keep the region focused on the U.S. goals of fighting terrorism and countering Iran.
Macedonian Parliament Approves New Name For The Country As Demanded By Greece
Greece has blocked its northern neighbor from entering into NATO for 27 years over an argument about which country has a right to the name Macedonia.
Long Lines Form At Gas Stations In Mexico Amid Shortages
Mexico is facing gas shortages as its president vows to continue his crackdown on fuel theft. Long lines are forming at stations all over Mexico, as the industry is complaining of crippling shortages.
Obama Speech Adviser Compares 2009 Speech In Cairo With Pompeo's Address
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Daniel Shapiro, former ambassador to Israel, about the differences between President Obama's Cairo speech and the one Secretary of State Mike Pompeo gave on Thursday.
Central American Migrants In Tijuana Consider If Long Journey Was Worth The Effort
While Border Patrol builds up its fences in San Diego to guard against a national security threat, Central American migrants waiting in Tijuana consider whether the journey was worth the effort.
Canada Grants Asylum To Saudi Woman Who Fled Her Family
Rahaf Mohammed Alqunun is reportedly en route from Thailand to Canada. The 18-year-old was granted refugee status by the U.N. after she alleged abuse by family members.