Her Daughter Was Taken By ISIS 6 Years Ago. Now She May Have Found Her
A Yazidi mother who was separated from her daughter in the ISIS genocide believes she's found her. But she's awaiting confirmation from a DNA test.
Middle East
Saudi Arabia Under Pressure To Release Women's Activist From Jail As G-20 Summit Nears
The sister of a prominent women's activist in Saudi Arabia is calling for her release from jail before the country hosts the virtual Group of 20 summit, where one of the themes is women's empowerment.
Report: The Pandemic Is Not Good For Freedom And Democracy. But There Are Exceptions
A survey from the nonpartisan group Freedom House finds that democracy and human rights have lost ground in 80 countries — and even calls the U.S. to task. But there are bright spots.
Longtime Palestinian Negotiator Saeb Erekat Dies Of Complications From COVID-19
Often the voice of the Palestinians in peace talks with Israel, Erekat's pursuit of peace through negotiation never prevailed. He was 65.
What Might Biden's Presidency Mean For U.S. Foreign Policy?
Foreign leaders are assessing what a Joe Biden presidency will mean for their relations with the U.S. We examine how Biden's presidency could affect U.S. relations with China, Russia and Iraq.
Need A Reminder Of How Gorgeous Earth Is? Peep These Photo Award Winners
Awash in color, texture and movement, the winners of the Siena International Photo Awards offer a nostalgic glimpse of life before the pandemic.
Israel Uses Cover Of U.S. Election To Destroy Palestinian Homes, Critics Say
Israel launched a large operation to bulldoze Palestinian dwellings in a remote settlement. Such moves usually draw international criticism.
Latest From Israel: Controversial Village Demolition And Commentary On U.S. Election
As the world focused on the U.S. election, Israel demolished a small Palestinian village. Meanwhile, a former Israeli diplomat decried America's division as bad for Israel.
'Highly Motivated': In Israel, U.S. Voters Lean Toward Trump
Israel has one of the largest populations of eligible U.S. voters abroad. Many are expected to vote for the incumbent. Palestinians disfavor Trump, but some Palestinian Americans have avoided voting.
A Tougher Road With Biden: The World Leaders Who Banked On Trump
President Trump counts several world leaders as his fans, many of them authoritarians, nationalists or populists. Some may struggle to stay as friendly with the White House if he loses the election.