White House Says Iran Must Change Its Behavior Or Face The Consequences
President Trump used threatening language against Iran in a tweet, even as his administration juggles foreign policy challenges in North Korea and Russia.
Middle East
Iranian-American Journalist Says Trump's Words Are Similar To That Of Iranian Hardliners
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, who was based in Iran from 2009 until he was imprisoned and released in 2016. He speaks about the current U.S.-Iranian tensions.
Trump To Iran's President Rouhani: 'NEVER, EVER THREATEN' The U.S. Again
President Trump threatened Iran in a late-night tweet after Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned Trump not to "play with the lion's tail" and that "war with Iran is the mother of all wars."
U.S. Tension With Iran Heats Up After Early Morning Trump Tweet
Trump tweeted about the dangers to Iran of making threats. Iran's president said American must understand that peace with Iran is the mother of all peace and war with Iran is the mother of all wars.
'Rescuing The Rescuers': Stranded Syrian White Helmets Evacuated By Israel
In a "Hail Mary" operation, the Israeli military evacuated hundreds of Syrian rescue volunteer workers to Jordan amid the Syrian regime's offensive against rebel-held parts of the country.
The Current State Of ISIS
ISIS appears to reforming in areas of northern Iraq and has launched attacks in Afghanistan. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Jennifer Cafarella of the Institute for the Study of War.
Russia Says Agreements Were Discussed With Trump On Syria. The U.S. Is Silent
The Trump administration has offered no information about supposed "specific" proposals that Russian officials have mentioned publicly.
From California, A Saudi Woman Fights Her Country's Strict Male Guardianship Laws
"I came from a very strict country to a very free country," says Samah Damanhoori. The 29-year-old cut ties with her family after her father canceled his initial approval for her to study in the U.S.
Israel Passes Controversial Law Reserving National Self-Determination For Jews
The "nation-state" law, which has been condemned by Arab lawmakers, also asserts Jerusalem as the capital and Hebrew as the official language.
Israel Passes Controversial 'Nation-State' Law
The Israeli parliament has passed a law that deals with the country's very identity and has critics worried it could undermine its democracy.