World Aug 30 Gabon’s military ousts president in latest coup in Africa In the last two years, six countries across western and central Africa suffered what the UN has called an epidemic of coups. That number is now seven. Wednesday, soldiers in Gabon seized power immediately after election results were announced. Gabon…
World Aug 28 What’s next for Russia and Wagner Group in Africa following death of Prigozhin For many, the fiery demise of Yevgeny Prigozhin was foretold two months ago after his failed mutiny against Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Prigozhin and his mercenary Wagner Group were an important expeditionary force for the Kremlin in Africa. Nick…
World Aug 24 Ukraine’s ambassador to U.S. on progress and setbacks in counteroffensive against Russia On August 24, 1991, Ukraine issued a declaration of independence from the Soviet Union. But 32 years later, Ukraine is fighting to be free of Russian attacks and occupation. Nick Schifrin spoke with Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Oksana…
Nation Aug 22 Tuberville’s hold on military promotions is impacting troop readiness, Mullen says The Constitution assigns to the Senate the power to approve the president's nominations of officers of the United States. This includes general and flag officers at the Defense Department. But this year, Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville has held up all…
World Aug 21 How an anti-corruption outsider triumphed in Guatemala’s presidential election This weekend the results of two Latin American elections seem to reflect a desire for democratic change. In Ecuador, a millennial entrepreneur will face the establishment leftist candidate in a runoff and Guatemalans elected an anti-corruption politician who overcame establishment…
World Aug 20 Ukrainian nonprofit helps thousands of amputees injured in the war get artificial limbs As the war in Ukraine rages on, a critical need has emerged, with some 20,000 to 50,000 Ukrainians forced to amputate one or more limbs. The Ukrainian non-profit Superhuman Center is helping survivors move forward, offering reconstructive surgery and physical…
World Aug 18 Israeli minister Ron Dermer discusses potential diplomatic deal with Saudi Arabia A top-level Israeli delegation is in Washington to discuss the broad outlines of a once-unthinkable agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia to normalize diplomatic relations. It comes amid an unprecedented civil upheaval in Israel as Netanyahu's government looks to restrain…
World Aug 17 A look at Egypt’s struggles 10 years after soldiers killed hundreds in Rabaa massacre This week marks ten years since the largest mass killing in Egypt’s modern history. In 2013, Egyptian soldiers overran a protest camp in Cairo’s Rabaa Square, killing hundreds. Six weeks earlier, the military had overthrown the elected government of Muhammad…
World Aug 16 ‘The War Came to Us’ offers reporter’s perspective on Ukraine’s fight against Russia It's been nearly 18 months since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Tens of thousands of people have died as the brutal war grinds on. But even before the total invasion, this war has been going on for nearly…
World Aug 15 Life in Afghanistan remains dire 2 years after collapse of U.S.-backed government Two years ago Tuesday, Taliban fighters poured into Afghanistan's capital and the army melted away and President Ashraf Ghani fled for his life. The country that the U.S. and NATO spent nearly 20 years fighting to build was suddenly controlled…