Carrie Kahn
Stories
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Israel recovers bodies of 6 hostages, including Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin
Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin had become widely known following his family's efforts to get him and other captives released.
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The Pain and Frustration of Families of Israeli Hostages Held in Gaza
As the war drags on, families of hostages who have been held in Gaza for nearly eleven months are becoming increasingly frustrated and angry. Some of them release some of their pain by yelling their loved ones names into Gaza, in hopes of being heard. And the U.S. pressures Israel to change the way it evacuates civilians from parts of Gaza, amid fears of their safety. For more coverage of all sides of this conflict, go to npr.org/mideastupdates
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Relatives of hostages held in Gaza gather at Israel's border to show support
Relatives and friends of those being held hostage in Gaza gathered at the border to scream messages to their loved ones -- in hopes they would hear their cries of love and support.
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Israel has begun a large-scale military operation in the occupied West Bank
It's Israel's largest military operation in the occupied West Bank since the start of the war in Gaza. Israeli military officials say they are thwarting terrorist groups.
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Israel attacks southern Lebanon, Hezbollah returns fire as ceasefire talks go on
Israel struck targets in southern Lebanon in what they say was a pre-emptive strike. Hezbollah returned fire. The increase in cross-border exchanges happens just as ceasefire talks resume.
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Venezuela has arrested thousands in the weeks since controversial election
Venezuela's autocratic leader is cracking down on dissent. Hundreds have been arrested and lawmakers are moving to shutdown social media sites and close non-governmental agencies.
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The Opposition in Venezuela is Afraid
Following a disputed election in Venezuela, autocratic president Nicolàs Maduro is cracking down on the opposition. Thousands have been arrested and lawmakers are threatening social media sites and planning to close down civic groups. We hear from opponents of Maduro.
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Venezuela moves to shut down dissent after a disputed election
Lawmakers aligned with Venezuela's autocratic leader Nicolas Maduro say they will pass a bill regulating social media companies. Opponents say it is a move to repress dissent.
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A passenger airplane crashed in southeastern Brazil, killing all 61 on board
A passenger plane carrying four crew members and 57 passengers crashed in a residential area outside São Paulo. Authorities say there are no survivors of the crash.
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Protests over election results in Venezuela aren't losing steam
Venezuela's president, Nicolas Maduro, continues to insist he won last week's election, but proof is scarce. Meanwhile, Venezuelans continue to protest.
