• A Relationship Surviving 1,000 Days of War
    Nov 22 2024
    It has been over a thousand days since Russia began it's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The war has had huge geopolitical ramifications, but it has also has affected the lives of millions of ordinary people. Our correspondent in Kyiv tells us how the one couple in Ukraine has weathered the conflict.

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    10 Min.
  • In Gaza Organized Gangs Make a Bad Situation Even Worse
    Nov 21 2024
    Israel has been accused of using starvation in Gaza as a weapon of war. It's a charge the government denies, however aid groups say too little food is being allowed into Gaza. And making the problem even worse, armed gangs are looting much of the aid that is coming in. We hear more about the issue and what Israel is doing about it.

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    6 Min.
  • Violent Attacks in China Raise Difficult Questions
    Nov 20 2024
    A series of deadly attacks within China in recent weeks have killed dozens and left people uneasy. Those who carried out the attacks have been seemingly ordinary people who authorities say became disgruntled or unhappy. Our correspondent brings us to the site of one recent attacks and says these incidents are raising difficult questions about society and the government.

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    5 Min.
  • Is Israel Using New, Deadly Military Technology in Gaza?
    Nov 19 2024
    NPR has been collecting eyewitness accounts from Gaza that indicate Israel is using a new type of drone. One that has a gun attached that can shoot people remotely. We hear how Israel is using it in Gaza and what this technology could mean for the future of warfare.

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    9 Min.
  • Ukraine is Allowed to Fire US-made Missiles into Russia
    8 Min.
  • The Price Israel and Lebanon are Each Paying for Their War on the Border
    Nov 15 2024
    We bring you views from both sides of the conflict between Israel and Lebanon. Israel says they're closer to accomplishing their mission of pushing Hezbollah militants away from the border so that tens of thousands of Israelis can safely return to the area. Our correspondent visits the tense borderland and finds a dramatically changed landscape.

    And in Lebanon, intense Israeli airstrikes since September have taken their toll. And recently, strikes have occurred deeper in the country, far away from the fighting, endangering and killing displaced Lebanese civilians. We go to the site of a recent attack.

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    12 Min.
  • Argentina's Leader Celebrates Trump's Election; a Possible New Country in Europe
    Nov 14 2024
    In Argentina, President Javier Milei is celebrating both the success of this radical cost cutting in lowering inflation and the re-election of Donald Trump in the U.S. The ultra-libertarian has said that he wants to "make Argentina great again" and is travelling to Florida to congratulate Trump in person. We hear how Argentinians are reacting.

    And without a war, a revolution or even a debate, plans for a brand new country were announced by Albania's prime minister. We learn why.

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    8 Min.
  • Russia and North Korea Vow to Defend One Another
    Nov 13 2024
    North Korea and Russia each ratified a mutual defense treaty within days of each other. The pact means the countries will defend one another if attacked. And some say it may mean more involvement by North Korea in the war between Russia and Ukraine. We hear about the ramifications from our correspondent in Seoul.

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    5 Min.