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After two years of civil war, Sudan’s capital is a shell of its former self

It’s been more than two years since civil war exploded in Sudan. By some estimates the conflict has killed as many as 150-thousand people, and displaced millions more. In April, NPR International Correspondent Emmanuel Akinwotu gained rare access to the

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How the threat of war is unifying people in Pakistan

Pakistanis remain on their toes amid tensions with India. But the threat of war is unifying people in a country where many have become disenchanted with their civilian and military leadership.

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Trump heads to Saudi Arabia soon, looking for a repeat of his trip in 2017

President Trump says his first trip to Saudi Arabia in 2017 yielded big business deals. We look back to see how things worked out.

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The WH says Trump is considering suspending habeas corpus. What would that mean? – ABC News

The WH says Trump is considering suspending habeas corpus. What would that mean?  ABC News

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What makes the first U.S.-born pope an ‘unusual’ choice

Pope Leo XIV’s election marks the second straight time the cardinals have selected someone from the Americas, as well as a pontiff who had been a member of a religious order.

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What makes the first U.S.-born pope an ‘unusual’ choice

Pope Leo XIV’s election marks the second straight time the cardinals have selected someone from the Americas, as well as a pontiff who had been a member of a religious order.

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China’s exports to U.S. sink, offset by trade with other economies, as Trump’s tariffs hit global trade

China’s exports to the United States tumbled in April while its trade with other economies surged, suggesting that President Donald Trump’s tariffs offensive is hastening a shakeup in global supply chains.

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China’s exports to U.S. sink, offset by trade with other economies, as Trump’s tariffs hit global trade

China’s exports to the United States tumbled in April while its trade with other economies surged, suggesting that President Donald Trump’s tariffs offensive is hastening a shakeup in global supply chains.

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Trump and Ukraine diplomacy efforts

Recently, Donald Trump and his advisers have criticized Russia and sounded more engaged with the government in Ukraine. But what does it mean when it comes to U.S. policy?

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Trump and Ukraine diplomacy efforts

Recently, Donald Trump and his advisers have criticized Russia and sounded more engaged with the government in Ukraine. But what does it mean when it comes to U.S. policy?

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