Morning News Brief
U.S troops leave Afghanistan's Bagram air base after nearly 20 years. President Trump's business and CFO are charged with tax fraud. And, the Supreme Court deals a blow to the Voting Rights Act.
Middle East
Opinion: I'm Nigerian. I'm Vaccinated. Europe Won't Let Me In
Europe lists four approved vaccines for travelers. There's an omission that makes Nigerian physician Ifeanyi Nsofor feel invisible — and disappointed.
Attacks Are On The Rise Between U.S. Troops And Iranian-Backed Militias
The U.S. struck militia bases in Syria and Iraq after a series of drone attacks on U.S. bases. Now the region waits to see what will happen next.
Facing 40% Inflation, Iranians Wonder If And When Their Economy Will Rebound
As Iranians face 40% inflation, they hope their economy has bottomed out and can't get much worse.
Biden To Meet With Afghanistan Leaders As Sept. 11 U.S. Troop Withdrawal Nears
President Biden is set to meet with Afghanistan's leaders, President Ashraf Ghani and Abdullah Abdullah, chairman of the High Council for National Reconciliation.
What The U.S.'s Relationship With Afghanistan Will Look Like Moving Forward
As security conditions deteriorate, the White House has signaled that it intends to evacuate thousands of Afghan citizens who worked with U.S. forces, and who now fear retribution.
Slain Afghan Interpreter's Family Has Moved To The U.S. After 10-Year Wait
The family of an Afghan interpreter for the U.S. military arrived safely in Houston earlier in June. Their father was killed by the Taliban while they waited more than 10 years for a special visa.
Iran's President-Elect Is Making Clear Talking About Missiles Program Is Off-Limits
The U.S. envoy on Iran is getting ready for another round of indirect talks on reviving the 2015 nuclear deal. It is complicated now by a newly elected president of Iran.
Countries Seem To Be Normalizing Relations With The Syrian Regime
Resigned to the apparent hold that the Syrian government has regained over most of the country, the U.S. and others who once sought to unseat the regime appear to be preparing to live with it.
Gaza Wants To Rebuild, But Ensuring Funds Don't Go To Hamas Is Slowing The Process
The Gaza Strip needs major reconstruction after the Israeli military hit buildings and infrastructure. Experts say the U.N.-backed process of vetting projects ends up increasing costs and delays.