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NPR correspondent Lourdes Garcia-Navarro is most at home when she's on the move. Garcia-Navarro was born in London, and has lived in the United States, Colombia, Afghanistan, Israel and Mexico City.

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Obama: Dispute Won't Affect Overall Ties With Israel

Published March 18, 2010 4:00 AM

President Obama has weighed in on the crisis in U.S. relations with Israel, reaffirming what he called the special bond with the Jewish state, despite the disagreement over Israeli plans to build new Jewish housing in East Jerusalem. The president was interviewed on Fox News Channel.

All Things Considered

Jewish Community At Center Of Storm Is Calm

Published March 17, 2010 2:01 PM

Residents of the Jewish community of Ramat Shlomo, located in East Jerusalem, say they are unfazed by the international furor surrounding the announcement that 1,600 homes will be built there. But Palestinians say Israel is trying to push the Arab population out of the area.

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Israeli Settlement Plans Touch Off Political Tensions

Published March 15, 2010 4:00 AM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is confronting growing political problems following last week's announcement that more Israeli settlements would be built in East Jerusalem. The announcement was made while Vice President Joe Biden was in the Middle East promoting peace talks.

All Things Considered

Biden Meets With Palestinian Leader

Published March 10, 2010 3:00 PM

Vice President Joe Biden met with Palestinian leaders in Ramallah as the U.S. prepares to mediate talks between the Palestinians and Israel. Biden and the Palestinians condemned a newly announced Israeli plan to build more housing in East Jerusalem.

Morning Edition

Biden Pushes For Talks Between Israel, Palestinians

Published March 9, 2010 4:00 AM

"A moment of opportunity," that's what Vice President Joe Biden is calling the announcement that Israelis and Palestinians will be engaging in indirect negotiations brokered by the United States. Biden is on a visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories. He is the highest ranking member of the Obama Administration so far to make that trip.

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As Elections Near, Iraqi PM's Support Wanes In South

Published February 23, 2010 4:00 PM

After last year's provincial elections, Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki was the big winner, and his State of Law coalition looked unbeatable. But in the Shiite heartland of southern Iraq, support for Maliki is waning as the March 7 vote approaches.

Morning Edition

Violence Ramps Up During Iraqi Election Season

Published February 19, 2010 4:00 AM

Iraq is in the midst of an election season already marred by acts of intimidation. Everything from deadly shootings and bombings, to posters being ripped down and defaced. This election season is filled with less spectacular acts of intimidation than previous campaigns, but they are still having an effect.

Morning Edition

Controversial Commission Influences Iraqi Elections

Published February 16, 2010 4:00 AM

While once a close ally of the U.S., Iraqi politician Ahmed Chalabi is viewed with wariness and apprehension by Americans. Chalabi seems to be Iraq's ultimate political survivor, making headlines again with his involvement in the recent purge of candidates linked to Saddam Hussein's Baath party ahead of the elections. Chalabi heads the Justice and Accountability Commission.

All Things Considered

Iraq's Campaign Season Opens With Controversy

Published February 12, 2010 3:56 PM

Campaigning officially began Friday. But an appeals court Thursday banned prominent Sunni candidates from the March 7 parliamentary election, citing alleged ties to Saddam Hussein's Baath party. The move has Iraqis further doubting the legitimacy of the election.

Morning Edition

U.S. Influence Over Iraq's Government Wanes

Published February 12, 2010 4:00 AM

Iraq's Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki publicly took U.S. Ambassador Christopher Hill to task for what he called overstepping his diplomatic role. The most recent disagreement centered on Malaki's support for the decision to ban more than 500 candidates in next month's parliamentary elections for alleged ties to Saddam Hussien's Baath party. The U.S. had been trying to get the banned candidates reinstated.

Morning Edition

Familiar Face Returns To Iraqi Politics: Saddam

Published February 10, 2010 12:00 AM

Ahead of national elections in March, residents of Anbar province say they're disillusioned with the current government and look back on the late Saddam Hussein with nostalgia. For all of his shortcomings, they say Saddam was a leader who inspired fear and respect.

All Things Considered

Shiites Mark Holy Day In Iraq

Published February 5, 2010 3:00 PM

Close to 100 Shiite pilgrims have been killed and dozens wounded this week by a spate of bombings in Baghdad and the holy Iraqi city of Kerbala. The violence comes as millions of pilgrims flock to the city to mark the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, one of the most revered figures in Shiite Islam. The pilgrims culminated their journey Friday with gatherings in both cities.

All Things Considered

Iraqi Court Lifts Ban On Hundreds Of Candidates

Published February 3, 2010 4:27 PM

An Iraqi appeals court overturned a move to disqualify some 500 candidates in next month's parliamentary elections because of their alleged ties to Saddam Hussein's Baath Party. The controversy over the Baathists raises questions about who else is being allowed to run for office.

Weekend Edition Saturday

Some Palestinian Workers Face Jail For Jobs

Published January 30, 2010 8:00 AM

The Palestinian minister of economy tells NPR that in the next few months it will become illegal for Palestinians to work in Israel's West Bank settlements. Palestinians who flout the new rule will be jailed and or fined. It's the next phase of plan currently underway to boycott settlement products. But thousands of Palestinians earn their livelihood in settlements, many of them in construction.

All Things Considered

Security Checkpoints Leave Baghdad Vulnerable

Published January 29, 2010 3:00 PM

A wave of bombings this week killed more than 60 in Iraq's capital and left residents jittery, fearing that attacks will increase as the March elections approach. Iraqis are dubious that Baghdad's hundreds of checkpoints and unreliable bomb-detecting devices can protect them.

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