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U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry reached a deal with his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, in Switzerland to take steps to de-escalate the tension in Ukrain

In Switzerland, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry reached a deal with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to take steps to de-escalate the tension in Ukraine. The U.S. has accused Russia of playing a role in escalating Ukraine's crisis, which Russia denies, and Washington is considering more sanctions. Craig Boswell reports.

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Former world boxing champion Vitali Klitschko dropped out of the race for president in Ukraine's upcoming national elections. Secretary of State John Kerry will meet in Paris with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to discuss the crisis in Ukraine.

Former world boxing champion Vitali Klitschko dropped out of the race for president in Ukraine's upcoming national elections. Meanwhile, Secretary of State John Kerry will meet in Paris with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to discuss the crisis in Ukraine.

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Secretary of State John Kerry met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in London. Kerry issued a set of proposals, including for Russia to call off Crimea’s referendum on joining the Russian Federation, but Lavrov dismissed virtually every one.

Secretary of State John Kerry met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in London. Kerry issued a set of proposals, including for Russia to call off Crimea’s referendum on joining the Russian Federation, but Lavrov dismissed virtually every one. Margaret Brennan reports.

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Secretary of State John Kerry called Russia's military intervention in Ukraine, "an incredible act of aggression." He said the U.S. and its allies are prepared to isolate Russia if the crisis is not resolved. Kerry will travel to Kiev this week.

Secretary of State John Kerry called Russia's military intervention in Ukraine, "an incredible act of aggression." He said the U.S. and its allies are prepared to isolate Russia if the crisis is not resolved. Kerry will travel to Kiev this week.

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Biden introduces his national security team

President-elect Joe Biden held a press event in Wilmington, Delaware, to introduce key members of his future administration: Antony Blinken, his nominee for Secretary of State; Alejandro Mayorkas for Secretary of Homeland Security; Avril Haines for Director of National Intelligence; Linda Thomas-Greenfield for U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations; Jake Sullivan as National Security Adviser; and John Kerry as Special Presidential Envoy for Climate. Watch their remarks in full.

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Trump policy shift on Israeli settlements

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Monday that the Trump administration is reversing the Obama administration's approach toward Israeli settlements. "The establishment of Israeli civilian settlement in the West Bank is not per se inconsistent with international law," said Pompeo. He added that the "ultimate status" of the West Bank is a "complex political problem that can only be solved by negotiations between the Israelis and the Palestinians."

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