Argentina’s Move To Cancel Soccer Match With Israel Draws Cheers, Condemnations
It was supposed to be a simple exhibition soccer game Saturday in Jerusalem. But after Argentina cancelled it, the would-be friendly has instead become the centerpiece of some international hostility.
Former FBI Counter-Terrorism Agent Reflects On ‘Messing With The Enemy’
Clint Watts developed online relationships with terrorists and their sympathizers in order to understand and undermine terror networks. He also researched Russian efforts to influence U.S. elections.
As Singapore summit nears, Russia worries Trump and Kim won’t cut a deal
As President Trump’s on-again-off-again summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Singapore draws closer, the Russians are becoming increasingly worried. What scares them, experts here say, is not the possibility that Mr. Trump will make a deal w…
‘Your Children Are Safe’: A Town In Wales Welcomes Refugees From Syria
The U.K. began its community sponsorship program for Syrians in 2016. Some refugees who arrived earlier have helped newcomers settle in — and are persuading Welsh communities to open their doors.
Israel’s Naftali Bennett: Waiting in the (right) wings
After Islamic militants in Gaza fired a barrage of rockets into southern Israel last week, Education Minister Naftali Bennett, leader of the right-wing Jewish Home party, posted a sarcastic update on his English-language Twitter account. “For the sake…
France’s ‘Spiderman’ Revs Up Debate Over Illegal Immigration
An immigrant who saved a child was awarded French citizenship. The case has inflamed the debate over immigration, and how to handle the large numbers of migrants who continue to come to France.
Commander At U.S. Marine Air Base In Okinawa Fired For ‘Loss Of Trust And Confidence’
The Marine Corps made the announcement that Col. Mark Coppess had been relieved of command without elaborating on the cause of his dismissal.
Partner Violence In Papua New Guinea
The South Pacific country of Papua New Guinea has one of the highest rates of gender-based violence in the world. We look at reasons why and what can be done about it.
Ethiopia Announces Peace Deal With Eritrea
Ethiopia’s Parliament announced an early end to a state of emergency and then the ruling party decided to unilaterally, and without any conditions, accept a peace deal with its neighbor Eritrea.
Guatemala Volcano Toll Rises To 75, 200 Still Missing
New explosions from the Fuego volcano, which erupted Sunday, were blanketing surrounding villages in thick ash, forcing new evacuations.
Farewell To NPR’s ‘Parallels’ Blog — And Hello, ‘World’!
After five years and nearly 3,500 stories — from Pakistan to Papua New Guinea and Paris — the Parallels blog is closing. You’ll now find all of NPR’s coverage from around the globe at npr.org/world.
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