Al-Qaida Militants Target Westerners In West Africa
First Mali, now Burkina Faso. West Africa has become the latest target for Al Qaeda, and it's mostly Westerners the militants have killed.
Middle East
New U.S. Visa Rules Criticized As Racial Discrimination
Recent terrorist attacks have prompted changes to the U.S. visa waiver program. But the changes have caused confusion in Europe and critics say they could spark retaliation.
Human Rights Advocate Describes Life For Syrians Under Siege
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Wissam Tarif, who has been working on Syria human rights issues as the Middle East director of Avaaz, an non-profit advocacy group. He spent several years living nearby to Madaya and is in daily contact with people living under siege. He describes what he's hearing from Syrians squeezed between ISIS and airstrikes by Russian and Syrian forces.
After The Trip Seen 'Round The World, Syrian Refugee Builds A New Life
The man who was tripped by a kick from a Hungarian camerawoman is now rebuilding his life in Spain. He's learning Spanish, working at a soccer academy — and trying to reunite his family.
With Sanctions Eased, What Kind Of Trade Can Companies Do With Iran?
In the wake of the Iran nuclear deal, one sanctions lawyer is deluged with calls from U.S. businesses asking if they can enter the huge Iranian market. But the limits are tight and the risks steep.
What Does It Mean If An Attack Is 'ISIS-Inspired'?
Earlier this month, a man opened fire on a Philadelphia policeman. The suspect later told police he did it for ISIS, but authorities have found no link between him and the extremist group.
Iran Nuclear Deal May Open Door For U.S. Spies
For more than 30 years, Iran has been a black hole for the CIA and other intelligence agencies. U.S. spies are hoping to capitalize on the latest diplomatic contact between Tehran and Washington, D.C.
When Warm Weather Refugees First Met Snow: Readers, Share Your Stories!
A YouTube video shows Syrian refugees celebrating their first snowy winter in Canada. Goats and Soda readers, tell us, when was your first snow — and how did you react?
The Syrian Orphans Keep Coming, But There's Not Enough Space
Most Syrian refugees are children, and many have lost parents. One result is a huge demand for the few places available in orphanages that have been set up in neighboring Turkey.
Aerial Images Show Destruction Of Ancient Christian Monastery In Iraq
The new images obtained by The Associated Press show the site of St. Elijah's Monastery in the ISIS-held city of Mosul. ISIS likely destroyed the monastery in the fall of 2014.