Yemenis Pay The Price For Saudi Arabia-Iran Rivalry
Saudi-led airstrikes continue in the Yemeni capital Sanaa. And as usual, there was no warning. Residents worry that soon the battle will move from the sky to Yemen's soil.
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After Reelection Win, Netanyahu Faces Demands From Right-Wing Base
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is trying to form a center-right government following the election. But pressure from President Obama might make Netanyahu back off some campaign pledges.
Iran Talks Shed Light On Nuclear Tensions Between India, Pakistan
NPR's Robert Siegel talks with Frank O'Donnell, a doctoral candidate at King's College London, about how nuclear powers India and Pakistan manage their bilateral relationship.
Airstrikes In Yemen Intensify, Hit Refugee Camp
Airstrikes intensified as Houthi rebels advanced on the port city of Aden. Aid agencies say one airstrike killed dozens at a refugee camp, while Yemeni officials blamed rebel shelling.
Ex-Israeli Leader Ehud Olmert Found Guilty Of Corruption
Monday's decision reversed a 2012 ruling that had acquitted the former prime minister. He was convicted last year on separate corruption charges.
Sticking Points In Iran Nuclear Talks: Sanctions And A Fuel Stockpile
With Tuesday's deadline for an international agreement on Iran's nuclear program approaching, foreign ministers from Iran and six world powers are trying to hash out a deal.
Tikrit Battle: U.S. And Iran-Backed Militias Are On The Same Side
In the battle to re-capture the Iraqi city from the self-proclaimed Islamic State, two influential players are fighting uncomfortably on the same side: the U.S. and Shiite militias backed by Iran.
Iran, West Said To Be Closing Gap On Nuke Deal As Deadline Looms
The two sides are reportedly close to a deal ahead of a Tuesday deadline, but diplomatic sources caution that an agreement could still fall apart. Shipping uranium to Russia is a point of contention.
Saudi Airstrikes Could Be Precursor To Ground Invasion In Yemen
Saudi Arabia shares an 1,100-mile border with Yemen, a country quickly falling into anarchy. The Saudis have led airstrikes against rebel Houthi forces, but ground forces might not be far behind.
Arab League Approves Idea Of Ground Forces For Regional Security
The 22-member body agreed in principle to the military force that could be rapidly deployed to regional trouble spots.