Leila Fadel appears in the following:
Threats to Tunisia's Young Democracy
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
How is Tunisia's democracy holding up five years after the Arab Spring?
Egypt And Turkey: Why A Coup Succeeded In One And Failed In The Other
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Both countries have strong militaries wary of conservative Muslim politicians. But as a wealthier, more middle-class country, Turkey rose up when elements of the military tried to take over.
Fear Grips Turkey Amid Government Crackdown After Failed Coup
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Most Turks are afraid to speak out after last week's failed coup. Tens of thousands have been detained. A family looks for their missing soldier son, saying he didn't know he was being used in a plot.
Turkey's Post-Coup-Attempt Purge Widens As Arrests And Firings Grow
Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Turkey has detained or dismissed thousands of people from the government and the military in what many see as the president's attempt to seize even greater powers.
Turkey's President Cracks Down After Failed Coup
Monday, July 18, 2016
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan could use the coup attempt against him to purge government institutions, including the military and the judiciary. Critics say he has already accumulated too much power.
In Wake Of Attempted Coup, Turkish President Vows To Eradicate 'Virus'
Sunday, July 17, 2016
A wide crackdown is underway in Turkey following a failed coup against elected President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. NPR's Leila Fadel gives the latest.
Turkey Still On Edge After Attempted Coup
Saturday, July 16, 2016
The Turkish prime minister said at least 265 people died in an attempted military coup on Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who appears back in control and has promised to punish coup plotters.
Egypt's Population Surges Past 90 Million, Straining Resources Of A Poor Nation
Thursday, July 14, 2016
The economy is not growing fast enough to keep up. A mother of nine children talks about her failed efforts to control her family's growth or provide for her kids.
Amnesty International Report Documents Activist Disappearances In Egypt
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
A new report from Amnesty International documents forced disappearances in Egypt — a long-running phenomenon that seems aimed at both Islamists and secular activists. The group called for international pressure on the Egyptian government to stop this trend.
Monday's Attack In Medina 'An Attack On The Soul Of The Muslim World'
Tuesday, July 05, 2016
Monday's suicide attack near the Prophet's Mosque in Medina, Saudi Arabia, has shocked Muslims and is expected to intensify anger against ISIS.
Suicide Bombers Hit 3 Saudi Cities in 24 Hours
Tuesday, July 05, 2016
The targets ranged from a U.S. consulate in Jeddah to the holy city of Medina and a mosque in Qatif. The violence came as many Saudis prepare to celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Turks Hope Government Will Ramp Up Fight Against Militants
Saturday, July 02, 2016
Turks on the Istanbul street where the three suspected Ataturk Airport attackers lived wonder what threats surround them. The government faces pressure to fight ISIS; people fear the end of tourism.
Funerals Held For Istanbul Attack Victims
Thursday, June 30, 2016
As Turkey claims the three bombers who killed at least 44 people Tuesday were from other countries, the country buries the dead, including several members of the same family from Saudi Arabia.
Funerals Begin For 42 Victims Of Istanbul's Airport Attack
Thursday, June 30, 2016
The probe continues into what officials say was a triple suicide bombing at Istanbul's Ataturk Airport Tuesday. Families are holding funerals for their loved ones — mostly Turks are among the dead.
Turkey Declares National Day Of Mourning After Airport Attack
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Istanbul tries to recover from the attack that killed at least 42 people and wounded more than 200 at Ataturk Airport as survivors get treatment.
Death Toll Rises In Istanbul; Airport Reopens Hours After The Attack
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
The death toll from Tuesday night's attack rose to more than 40 people. Authorities say the violence was carried out by three suicide bombers armed with guns and explosives.
During Ramadan In Cairo, It's Eat, Pray, Drum
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Drummers travel Cairo's streets every morning during the Ramadan holiday month and wake people for their pre-dawn meal. NPR's Leila Fadel went along with one of them.
In Egypt's Broad Crackdown, Prominent Journalists Are Now Facing Trial
Thursday, June 02, 2016
The journalists union has battled the government for decades. But journalists say the current period is the worst they can recall, with three top members of the union facing trial on Saturday.
The Delicate Task Of Restoring One Of The World's Oldest Libraries
Saturday, May 21, 2016
After a four-year restoration, Morocco is poised to reopen the Qarawiyyin Library, founded more than a millennium ago by a pioneering woman and home to some of the earliest works of Islam.
Police In Cairo Use Tear Gas To Break Up Protests Against Egypt's Government
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has maintained his popularity through two years of controversy and brutal crackdowns. But on Tuesday there were signs of people getting impatient with his rule.
