The Palestinian soccer team just made history, sparking a moment of joy amid war
There's a rare moment of joy as Palestinians celebrate their national soccer team's win at the Asian Cup, which sends them to the knockout stage.
Middle East
The West Bank economy has been hammered by war
More than three months into Israel's war in Gaza, the economy of the West Bank is reeling. Many fear the economic pain may lead to even more violence in the territory.
U.S. hits Iraq militia sites and anti-ship missiles in Yemen
The U.S. military struck facilities in Iraq and Yemen operated by Iranian-backed militias that are said to be involved in attacks against U.S. forces in Iraq and Syria.
Israel says 24 soldiers were killed on its deadliest single day during war in Gaza
Israel said 21 soldiers died when two buildings exploded and collapsed; three more died fighting in southern Gaza. Israel says it's investigating the incident, which Hamas claims responsibility for.
Turkey's parliament votes to let Sweden join NATO
Turkish legislators endorsed Sweden's membership in NATO, lifting a major hurdle on the previously nonaligned country's entry into the military alliance.
Dozens of people killed as Israel intensifies offensive in southern Gaza's Khan Younis
The Israeli military says it has encircled Gaza's second largest city, where fierce battles with Hamas continue. Dozens of people have been killed and thousands have fled further south.
A school in Jerusalem brings Arab and Jewish kids together to boost understanding
Jewish and Arab children learn alongside each other at the Hand in Hand school. They're taught in Hebrew and Arabic, in a program unusual in Israel for integrating students of different backgrounds.
Morning news brief
Voting begins in New Hampshire's primary. Israel's military had its deadliest single incident so far in the Gaza war. A trial is set to begin for the mother of Michigan school shooter.
Can Israel accomplish 2 goals: recovering hostages and attacking Hamas?
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to former Israeli diplomat Alon Pinkas about how Israel's government is balancing its goal of destroying Hamas with the desire to save hostages held by the group.
Israeli military has had its deadliest single incident so far in the war in Gaza
The Israeli military confirmed the deaths of 21 soldiers near Israel's border with Gaza.