A Look At The Ongoing Battle For Libya's Capital
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks about the ongoing battle for Tripoli, the capital of Libya, with Frederic Wehrey, author of The Burning Shores: Inside the Battle for the New Libya.
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Mayor Of Beira, Mozambique, Wants Trump To See The Damage From Cyclone Idai
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Daviz Simango, mayor of Beira, Mozambique, about the damage done by Cyclone Idai and how he wants President Trump to see it so that he can understand climate change.
Trump Welcomes Egypt's President To White House Amid Worry From Human Rights Groups
President Trump hosts the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, whose government has a track record of killing or jailing thousands in an ongoing crackdown. The U.S. has been a major backer of him.
14 Are Reported Killed In Sudan As Protesters Call For End To President's Rule
Demonstrations began in December over the price of bread. Economic concerns have become political demands, and protesters now call for an end to regime of Omar al-Bashir.
Reporter's Notebook: Rwandan's Trial Triggers Memories Of Genocide
NPR's Jackie Northam describes what it was like recently sitting across a courtroom from a man accused of atrocities in Rwanda, 25 years after she covered the genocide.
After The Genocide, Author Witnessed How Rwandans Defined Forgiveness
How have Rwandans navigated forgiveness in the 25 years since the genocide in that country? Rachel Martin talks to journalist and author Philip Gourevitch, who has been documenting that process.
Libya Could Descend Into War Again After Army General Launches Surprise Attack On Tripoli
Libya is once again facing instability as a renegade general leads forces attempting to oust the internationally-recognized government in Tripoli.
In Need Of Blankets, Pain Killers, Pill Refills: Life After Cyclone Idai
In the wake of the storm, even the most basic medical and personal needs aren't easy to meet.
As Violence Escalates In Libya, U.S. Pulls Troops Out
Rachel Martin talks to Jeffrey Feltman, former U.N. under-secretary-general for Political Affairs, about the U.S. military pulling out a contingent of its troops from Libya's capital Tripoli.
News Brief: Kirstjen Nielsen, Israeli Elections, Libya Violence
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen is leaving her post. Israelis go to the polls Tuesday to decide if Prime Minister Netanyahu stays in power. And, U.S. troops evacuate from Libya.