As Tensions Flare, U.S.-Iran History Fuels Threats Of Military Strikes
President Trump invoked the 52 U.S. hostages taken in Iran in 1979. President Rouhani tweeted about the U.S.' downing of an Iranian airliner in 1988.

Israel's new government sparks concern for the future of its democracy
Far-right changes to Israel's government have some experts and citizens concerned for the future rule of law in the country.
By Reuters / AP
Blinken meets with Netanyahu amid Israeli-Palestinian violence
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel during a "pivotal moment" in Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
By Ronaldo Schemidt / AP
Suicide bomber kills 47, wounds over 150 at Pakistan mosque
The Pakistani Taliban, also known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan or TTP, claimed responsibility for the attack in the northwestern city of Peshawar.
By Muhammad Sajjad / APTop Stories

Dozens of soldiers freed in Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap
Top Ukrainian presidential aide Andriy Yermak said in a Telegram post that 116 Ukrainians were freed.
By Evgeniy Maloletka / AP
50-car train derailment causes big fire, evacuations in Ohio
Freezing temperatures in the single digits complicated firefighter response as trucks pumping water froze.
By Melissa Smith via AP
Meet the musician teaching the banjo's African roots
As he performs across the country, Jake Blount is helping listeners learn how the banjo relates to Black American culture.
By Scripps News