U.S. Israel Envoy: Embassy Move Is ‘Preventing An Illegitimate Point’ By Palestinians
U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman discusses the U.S. Embassy move to Jerusalem and the impact it may have in the region.
25 Palestinian Protesters Die, Gaza Officials Say, As U.S. Opens Jerusalem Embassy
The number of casualties has been steadily rising, as the opening of the American embassy at 4 p.m. local time (9 a.m. ET) neared.
Friedman Is Trump’s Point Man For Embassy’s Move To Jerusalem
Steve Inskeep talks to U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman about the reason behind the controversial move and its impact on the region. NPR’s Peter Kenyon weighs in on their conversation.
U.S. Marks The Opening Of Its Embassy In Jerusalem
After decades of U.S. policy saying the disputed city of Jerusalem should be settled in peace talks between Israelis and Palestinians, the Trump administration made Jerusalem Israel’s capital.
AirAsia CEO Says ‘Sorry’ For Endorsing Malaysia’s Ousted Prime Minister
Tony Fernandes, who founded the Kuala Lumpur-based low-cost carrier in 1993, said he ‘buckled’ under pressure from Prime Minister Najib Razak to back him in last week’s election.
News Brief: U.S. Embassy In Israel Moves To Jerusalem
On Monday, the U.S. moves its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Thousands of Palestinians are expected to demonstrate and confront Israeli troops on the border between Gaza and Israel.
Iraq Parliamentary Election: Shiite Cleric Takes The Lead
Election officials Sunday night released results for 10 of Iraq’s 19 provinces, accounting for more than half the vote. Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr is making a strong showing.
European Officials To Meet With Iran After U.S. Pulls Out Of Nuclear Deal
Rachel Martin talks to Iranian journalist Saeid Jafari, who examines reaction inside Iran to President Trump’s decision to leave the Iran nuclear deal, and discusses options going forward.
Scientific Debate Centers On Giant Crack In Africa’s Rift Valley
A deep, wide gash has slashed across the Great Rift Valley floor in a geologically hot part of Kenya. Some wonder if East Africa will eventually separate from the continent.
President Trump Is A Catastrophe For Palestinians, Shaath Says
Nabil Shaath is a senior Palestinian official who believes he taught Donald Trump in college. Years later, Shaath tells Steve Inskeep that President Trump has been a catastrophe for Palestinians.
Palestinians Plan Protests Against New U.S. Embassy In Jerusalem
On Monday, the U.S. and Israel celebrate the opening of the American embassy in Jerusalem. The move is a blow to Palestinians, who seek part of the city as their capital.
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