Nothing Is Going Right In The World's Newest Nation
A U.N. camp for displaced persons tells the story of South Sudan's woes. Its 120,000 residents, mostly kids, came to escape civil war violence and a growing food crisis.
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EU Welcomes Turkey's Plan To Take Back Migrants Illegally Entering Europe
Turkey's prime minister surprised European Union leaders at a summit in Brussels by linking progress in Turkey's application to join the EU to assisting Europe with the migrant crisis.
U.S. Airstrikes In Somalia Target Al-Shabab Training Facility
U.S. airstrikes against the militant Islamist group in Somalia killed at least 150 militants. Steve Inskeep talks to Seth Jones of the Rand Corp. about U.S. interests in Somalia.
Turkey Asked To Do More To Stop Flow Of Migrants To Europe
We explore the plight of Syrian refugees with Ramadan Assi, director of Global Strategy for International Medical Corps in Turkey. His group assists millions of Syrians who have ended up in Turkey.
Aid Agencies Take Advantage Of Cease-Fire In Syria To Reach Needy
For an update on what food and medical aid is reaching the most desperate areas of Syria, Renee Montagne talks to the World Food Program's Jakob Kern in Damascus.
EU Leaders, Turkey Near Agreement On Migration Route To Northern Europe
A summit in Brussels has ended with participants saying they are closer to an agreement. The EU has been seeking more help from Turkey to cut the flow of migrants. Turkey wants EU membership and cash.
Tiny Marshall Islands Taking On 3 World Nuclear Powers In Court
The archipelago, which was the site of dozens of U.S. nuclear tests in the 1940s and '50s, is suing India, Pakistan and the United Kingdom in the International Court of Justice.
U.S. Airstrikes Kill At Least 150 Militants In Somalia, U.S. Military Says
The U.S. military has hit an al-Shabab training camp north of Mogadishu using both drones and manned aircraft. Al-Shabab is linked to al-Qaida.
Maria Sharapova Failed A Drug Test At Australian Open
The five-time Grand Slam champion said she was notified by the International Tennis Federation several days ago that she tested positive for meldonium.
European Council Hosts Migration Summit With Turkey
European Council President Donald Tusk is predicting parties can reach a consensus for tackling the migration crisis at the summit he's hosting with Turkey on Monday. One part of the plan is to return migrants to Turkey. NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Turkish analyst Asli Aydintasbas about what Turkey wants from the EU in exchange for cooperation.