Where Did The Islamic State Fighters Go?
The extremist group has lost all its strongholds in its core areas in Iraq and Syria. But some militants are still on the loose and plan to regroup and cause more mayhem.
Middle East
Iranian Policemen Reportedly Killed In New Round Of Iranian Protests
This marks the first death among the Iranian security forces since the protests broke out last week. At least a dozen protesters have been killed in marches complaining about economic conditions.
Violent Protests Continue In Iran
New York Times Tehran bureau chief Thomas Erdbrink tells NPR's Kelly McEvers about the latest news on the protests in Iran. More than a dozen demonstrators and at least one policeman have died.
What's Behind The Deadly Protests Across Iran?
Ailsa Chang talks to journalist Robin Wright of The New Yorker about the protests that began over economic issues and then turned political. Wright is also a fellow at the Wilson Center.
Anti-Government Protesters In Iran Risk Violence From Police
In Iran, the last days of 2017 were marked by widespread protests against that country's government. Thousands turned out, and so did the police — who are shown on video beating protestors.
Protesters In Iran Denounce Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Rachel Martin talks to journalist Ali Noorani, who's with Agence France-Presse, for the latest from Iran, where violent protests have broken out. At least four protesters have been killed.
Defense Secretary Mattis Expects A Larger U.S. Civilian Presence In Syria
U.S. troops have been in Syria fighting ISIS militants near the border with Iraq. More American diplomats and contractors are headed to Syria to help stabilize areas that have suffered years of war.
News Brief: North Korea's Nuclear Warning, Iran Protests
North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un warned the U.S. that his country's completed nuclear arsenal is a button-push away. And, anti-government protests have swept across Iran over the last several days.
2 Killed As Anti-Government Protests Enter Fourth Day In Iran
The demonstrations are the biggest since 2009. Protesters are calling for the end of clerical rule and the removal of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Protests Continue In Iran
In Iran, anti-government protests are in their fourth day. At least two protesters were killed Saturday night. The government is blaming the unrest on what it calls "foreign agents."