State of the World from NPR

Immerse yourself in the most compelling and consequential stories from around the globe. The world is changing in big ways every day. <em>State of the World</em> from NPR takes you where the news is happening — and explains why it matters. With bureaus spanning the globe, NPR reporters bring you facts and context from the ground so you can cut through the noise of disinformation. NPR's <em>State of the World</em>, a human perspective on global stories in just a few minutes, every weekday. <em>State of the World </em>was previously <em>State of Ukraine. </em>You'll continue to hear Ukraine coverage here, along with other international stories.<br><br><em>Support NPR's reporting by subscribing to State of the World+ and unlock sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/stateoftheworld</em>

The Fight for a Crucial City in Ukraine

Ukrainian soldiers are struggling to stabilize defensive lines near the city of Pokrovsk, in the country's east, against Russia's much larger advancing army. We go to the front lines of Pokrovsk, to see how the fight is playing out. Support our non-profit journalism by joining NPR+Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-20
06:26

Examining The Biden Administration's International Legacy

The outgoing U.S. national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, has been a top advisor and envoy to President Biden on issues of foreign policy. He talks to NPR about his view of recent events in the Middle East, the U.S. relationship with China and the future of the war between Russia and Ukraine.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-19
15:02

Why Syria's Military Imploded So Quickly

Former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad depended on his military to keep him in power for years. Then in just a matter of days, that same feared military disintegrated as rebel groups took control of the country. Our reporter in Damascus talks to former military members to understand why the military collapsed so fast. Support our non-profit journalism by joining NPR+ at Plus.NPR.orgLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-18
08:55

The Indian Movie Acclaimed Abroad But Snubbed at Home

The film "All We Imagine As Light" is an Indian film that has won rare international acclaim from Cannes and the Golden Globes. But at home in India the international buzz was ignored and it was passed over as India's entry for the Oscars. Our correspondent in Mumbai, where the film was shot, explores why it is not receiving the same acclaim in India.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-17
06:52

Will Sectarian Groups Get Along in a New Syria?

As the future of Syria begins to emerge, one minority group is particularly fearful about how they'll be treated. The Alawites feel like they were mistreated by now-deposed dictator Bashar al-Assad, but because he was a member of that sect, they are also unfairly tied to him in the minds of other Syrians. We go to an Alawite neighborhood of Damascus to hear their concerns.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-16
09:25

People in Syria Lost and Found

The U.N. estimates over a 100,00 people have gone missing in Syria under the regime of Bashar al-Assad. And many families never knew the fate of their loved ones. Now that the regime has fallen, the search is on for the missing. We join some Syrians on that search. Sign up for State of the World+ to listen sponsor-free and support the work of NPR journalists. Visit plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-13
13:54

Ukraine Struggles to Keep the Power On Under Russian Bombardment

Russia continues to pound Ukraine with missile strikes, often targeting infrastructure like power plants. That has caused Ukrainians to endure power cuts even during the harsh winter. Our correspondent visits a power plant to see what it takes to keep the lights on in war.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-12
06:39

With One Regime Gone, Syrians Must Now Recreate Their Government

In the aftermath of the collapse of the Assad regime in Syria, how are the insurgents planning to resurrect the state?Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-12
07:32

The Mood Inside Syria

For the first time in a generation, Syrians are no longer living under the regime of a brutal dictator. Our reporter travelled from Lebanon to Syria's capital, Damascus, talking to Syrians along the way and tells us how people are adjusting to their new reality. Sign up for State of the World+ to listen sponsor-free and support the work of NPR journalists. Visit plus.npr.org.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-10
07:57

Syrian Refugees Displaced for Years Return Home

The regime of President Bashar al-Assad crumbled in rapid fashion as rebel groups challenged his power. Assad is now in exile in Russia and the rebels have taken control of the capital, Damascus. Now displaced Syrians, some of whom have been out of the country for over a decade, are returning home. Our correspondent in Lebanon spoke to some returning Syrians.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-09
07:40

Will Assad Survive in Syria? And Will the Conflict Widen Into a Regional War?

Rebels in Syria are making rapid advances against the government forces of President Bashar al-Assad. Assad has managed to stay in power throughout the civil war that has engulfed his country for more than a decade. But he again finds himself in a precarious position. We weigh the chances of his political survival. And in Lebanon, residents are watching as Syrian rebels get closer and closer to their border. There is concern that the fighting will spill over, threatening a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah and perhaps becoming a regional war.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-06
10:53

Protecting Unique Wilderness at the Bottom of the World

Chile is poised to create it's 47th national park in the coming year, protecting wilderness at the southern tip of South America. That's thanks in large part to the work of a U.S. conservationist and her organization. We go to the bottom of the world to see the stunning landscape that will make up the park.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-05
10:17

The U.S. and China Vie for Influence in Africa

Joe Biden's first and last trip to Africa as president wrapped up in a port city in Angola. It's the end of an 800 mile train line connecting the port to massive mineral deposits in Central Africa. The U.S. and other Western countries are raising billions to upgrade the rail line, a move that is seen as an effort to counter China's investments in mining in the region. We go to one of the mining cities along that train route to see how the geopolitics are playing out. Support NPR and get sponsor-free episodes of State of the World. Sign up for NPR+ at plus.npr.orgLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-04
06:44

What on Earth is Happening In South Korea?

In a shocking turn of events, martial law was declared late at night by the president of South Korea, giving him extraordinary powers. Then after protests and an act of parliament, the order was reversed seven hours later. To try to understand what is happening with this key U.S. ally and trading partner, we hear from NPR's correspondent in Seoul.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-03
06:14

Rebels Make Surprise Advances in Syria. Who are They and What Does it Mean?

Syria's bloody civil war against the government of Bashar al-Assad started in 2011 but it had been in a stalemate for years. All that changed recently when rebels lead by a group called Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rapidly routed government forces seizing the second most populous Syria city, Aleppo. We hear reaction from Syrians and about the group behind the revival of the conflict. Support NPR and get sponsor-free episodes of State of the World. Sign up for NPR+ at plus.npr.orgOr donate to NPR this Giving Tuesday at donate.npr.orgLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

12-02
09:35

Who Invented Indian Butter Chicken? (Encore)

In an episode we first brought you in March, we consider butter chicken. It is a much-loved Indian dish, both within that country and around the world. But who can claim they invented it? That question is the subject of a lawsuit. Our reporter tries to get to the bottom of butter chicken's origin and finds out that it is a journey through India's history.You can find celebrated Indian chef Madhur Jaffrey's recipe for butter chicken here.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11-29
09:09

Return to the Motherland or Illegal Land Transfer? Depends on Who You Ask (Encore)

In an episode we first posted in January, we go to the West African country of Ghana. The Ghanaian government began encouraging people of African descent from around the world to move to the country in 2019, calling it the "Year of Return". They even created settlements for the people who took them up on the offer, giving out free land. But our correspondent talks to locals who say their farm land was stolen to give to foreigners.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11-28
09:10

A Remote Island Outpost that is Part of a Geopolitical Fight (Encore)

In an episode we first brought you in April, we go to southeast Asia and the Spratly Islands. Ownership of those island are in dispute. This has been the case for hundreds of years, but tensions have been raised recently as China has tried to expand its claims in the remote area. We get a rare glimpse of one of the islands that has a Filipino community living on it.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11-27
10:38

A Ceasefire Between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with the militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon that hopes to bring an end to 13 months of fighting which has uprooted masses of civilians on both sides, and left immense destruction. We hear from NPR reporters on both sides of the conflict. Support NPR and get sponsor-free episodes of State of the World. Sign up for NPR+ at plus.npr.org Or donate to NPR this Giving Tuesday at donate.npr.orgLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11-26
08:01

The Consequences of Refusing to Serve in Israel's Military

Israel has mandatory military services for citizens over the age of eighteen that meet certain requirements, and refusing to serve, which has always been controversial is even more contentious now that the country is fighting in Gaza and Lebanon. We meet one young person choosing to go to jail rather than serve in the military. Support NPR and get sponsor-free episodes of State of the World. Sign up for NPR+ at plus.npr.org Or donate to NPR this Giving Tuesday at donate.npr.orgLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

11-25
08:45

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Alex Saunders

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09-19 Reply

Kiat Huang

Why, dear reporter, are you trying to guilt-trip Poles? They are doing an absolutely fantastic job with refugees - so why are you trying to pull out your race card? If you feel the need to do it, then go to various countries in the Middle East and ask the people their why they are not pulling in their Muslim brethren who claim to be refugees from those countries around them. See how that goes.

06-11 Reply

Kiat Huang

White privilege? Disgraceful this guy is pulling out the race card. All non-Ukrainians have a country with a government can help them. It is pathetic that they expect Poland to help them. British people can go home. Indian people can go home. So can Africans. One's colour has nothing to say with it.

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Alex De Marco

A nation that won't even subject itself to the jurisdiction and law of the international criminal court should keep its mouth shut.

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