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Lawmakers urge Blinken to address "Havana Syndrome"

A group of lawmakers is calling on Secretary of State Antony Blinken to do more to address an increasing number of Havana Syndrome cases among U.S. officials. In a letter obtained by CBS News, they call the situation a "significant, unmitigated threat to our national security." Suspected cases of Havana Syndrome have been reported in several countries in recent weeks. Intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.

Oct 14, 2021
06:04

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Lawmakers pressure Blinken to act on Havana syndrome "crisis"

Bipartisan group of senators demands "heightened engagement" from Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Oct 14, 2021

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Biden signs bill to boost support for "Havana Syndrome" victims

The new law authorizes compensation for U.S. personnel and requires regular updates to Congress.

Oct 8, 2021

Diplomat overseeing "Havana Syndrome" response leaving after 6 months

The departure comes amid simmering frustration among diplomats who have been affected by "Havana Syndrome."

Sep 23, 2021

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House passes bill to aid "Havana Syndrome" victims

The bill authorizes government agencies to pay personnel who suffered from injuries related to Havana Syndrome while on the job.

Sep 21, 2021

Intelligence Chiefs Brief Senate On Worldwide Threats To National Security

U.S. intel officer on trip with CIA chief had Havana Syndrome symptoms

The officer traveling with CIA Director William Burns sought medical care in India, in the latest case to stoke concern about the mystery illness.

Sep 21, 2021

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Austin calls for "Havana Syndrome" reports

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has urged people to report symptoms of the so-called "Havana Syndrome" as soon as possible. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge discusses her reporting with Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue."

Sep 16, 2021
06:37

Secretary Austin And Chairman Milley Deliver Remarks On Ending Afghanistan War

Austin urges Pentagon employees to report cases of "Havana Syndrome"

Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo that a number of defense staff have reported "sudden and troubling sensory events."

Sep 16, 2021

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WorldView: Harris' trip to Vietnam briefly delayed

Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam was briefly delayed after reports of "Havana Syndrome" cases, while Japan extended its state of emergency. German police are investigating an attempted murder by poisoning at a university. CBS News' Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with more on these and other world headlines.

Aug 25, 2021
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Biden stands firm on Afghanistan deadline

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Aug 25, 2021
08:09

Possible "Havana Syndrome" case delays Harris trip

Vice President Kamala Harris' trip to Vietnam was temporarily delayed after her delegation was made aware of an "anomalous health incident" in Hanoi. The incident was consistent with previous reported cases of "Havana Syndrome," a senior State Department official told CBS News.

Aug 24, 2021
00:24

Harris Vietnam trip delayed by possible "Havana Syndrome" case

A senior State Department official confirmed the incident affected multiple individuals and is consistent with reported cases of "Havana Syndrome."

Aug 24, 2021

Top U.S. officials meet to discuss mysterious "Havana Syndrome"

Even after months of intensified effort by multiple government agencies, evidence pinpointing the origin of the illness remains inconclusive.

Aug 9, 2021

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CIA names new lead in Havana Syndrome probe

The CIA is tapping the lead officer involved in the hunt for Osama bin Laden to find the cause of "Havana Syndrome." The mysterious illness has impacted diplomats and spies in Cuba, China, Austria, Russia, and even Washington. Byron Tau, a national security and law enforcement reporter for the Wall Street Journal, shares the latest in the investigation.

Jul 31, 2021
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More "Havana Syndrome" cases investigated

Several U.S. officials, intelligence officers and diplomats stationed in Vienna have reported symptoms of the so-called "Havana Syndrome." CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the investigation into who and what may be causing this.

Jul 22, 2021
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Suspected "Havana syndrome" cases span decades

A former CIA intelligence officer shares his struggle with a mysterious illness that first affected federal employees in Cuba in 2016. There have been at least 130 suspected cases of "Havana Syndrome," some of which go back decades. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined CBSN with more.

Jun 14, 2021
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Former CIA officer tells about "Havana Syndrome"

There are growing suspicions that Russian intelligence offices are behind a mysterious illness called "Havana Syndrome." CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge spoke to a former CIA officer who says he was a victim. She joins CBSN AM to discuss what lawmakers are doing to help.

Jun 14, 2021
08:17

Fomer CIA officer on Havana syndrome

Some U.S. officials suspect the so-called Havana Syndrome could be an unintentional byproduct of foreign efforts to collect intelligence from U.S. government employees' electronic devices. Catherine Herridge spoke with a former CIA officer who says he was also a victim.

Jun 14, 2021
05:00

Former CIA officer details "Havana Syndrome" he says he suffered

Retired intelligence officer calls mysterious and debilitating neurological symptoms affecting State and Defense Department personnel "an act of war against U.S. officials."

Jun 14, 2021

Bill would aid victims of "Havana Syndrome"

Lawmakers are hoping President Biden will bring up the mysterious illness known as "Havana Syndrome," suspected to be causing brain injuries in U.S. diplomatic staff, when he meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin next week. Many suspect Russia could be behind the attacks. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN AM to discuss.

Jun 10, 2021
06:50

Senate Meets in Pro Forma Session During Memorial Day Recess

Bill supporting "Havana Syndrome" victims passes Senate

The legislation authorizes more compensation for injured State Department and CIA employees.

Jun 7, 2021

Lawmakers introduce bill to improve care for "Havana Syndrome" victims

Individuals suffering from Havana Syndrome have reported symptoms including vertigo, ear pain, nausea, and some have been diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injury.

May 19, 2021

U.S. reviews "Havana Syndrome" incidents

The Biden administration is conducting a government-wide review of suspected incidents of so-called “Havana Syndrome.” The mysterious illness was first identified in Cuba, and CBS News has learned that at least a dozen CIA officers returned home from their stations overseas just this year after suffering symptoms. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN with more.

May 6, 2021
04:57

Study finds diplomats in Cuba likely targeted by microwave energy

Dozens of diplomats have suffered serious brain injuries causing impaired vision and memory loss.

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