State Department condemns North Korea missile launch
The State Department condemned North Korea for test-launching what the U.S. says was a ballistic missile. Elizabeth Palmer has the latest.
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Future of Iran nuclear deal uncertain
The State Department says it has yet to confirm a date for return to discussions over the Iran nuclear deal. The U.S. and its European allies are hoping to restore Iran's compliance with the 2015 agreement. Jim Walsh, a research associate at MIT's security studies program, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the current state of negotiations and what could happen next.
Senator Cruz blocks State Department nominees
Senator Ted Cruz is one of the Republican senators slowing the confirmation of President Biden's State Department nominees. He says he is objecting because Mr. Biden is not sanctioning Moscow over a gas pipeline between Russia and Germany. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with details.
U.S. issues its first passport with an "X" gender marker
"I almost burst into tears when I opened the envelope, pulled out my new passport, and saw the 'X' stamped boldly under 'sex,' recipient Dana Zzyym said.
Albright calls for global virus coordination
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright says countries must work together in order to stop the coronavirus. The first woman to lead the State Department warned that working separately will only do more damage. Albright joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the global and national responses to the pandemic, as well as her new book, "Hell and Other Destinations," where she writes about her whirlwind career.
U.S. couple stuck abroad over virus speak out
The State Department estimates the coronavirus has left more than 50,000 Americans stranded in other countries. The Savilles, who traveled to India to finally bring their newly adopted daughter back home, now have no idea how they will get back home to their three young boys in Georgia. They speak to Kris Van Cleave about what they are doing as they search for a way to get back to the U.S.
Haitian gang wants $17 million for abducted missionaries
The "400 Mawozo" gang in Haiti is demanding $1 million for each of the 17 missionaries it has abducted. The group was kidnapped last weekend just outside of the capital of Port-au-Prince. Gang activity has been on the rise following the assassination of the country's president in July. Robert Fatton, Jr. is the Julia A. Cooper professor of government and foreign affairs at the University of Virginia. He joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Americans stranded amid coronavirus pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has caused thousands of Americans to be stranded worldwide and the State Department says it's scrambling to get some U.S. citizens home. Don Dahler reports.
U.S. working to free kidnapped missionaries in Haiti
The State Department and FBI are working to free missionaries who were kidnapped in Haiti. Sixteen of them are American and one is Canadian. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano from Port-au-Prince.
State Department watchdog to lead review into Afghanistan withdrawal
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan also said in August the administration would conduct a "hot wash" review of the U.S. withdrawal.
Powell remembered as groundbreaking figure
Colin Powell died from COVID-19 complications at age 84 amid a battle with the blood cancer multiple myeloma and other underlying conditions. Powell was the first Black secretary of state and also a former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on his life and legacy, and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne, a Democratic strategist, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss what people will remember the most about Powell.
U.S. working to free captured missionaries
A group of missionaries and their families were kidnapped in Haiti over the weekend. The U.S. State Department is working with authorities to try to secure the release of the 16 Americans and one Canadian. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins CBSN AM from Port-au-Prince to discuss who police are blaming for the attack.
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.
U.S. holds first major meeting with Taliban
U.S. officials and senior Taliban representatives met in Qatar over the weekend, and the State Department described the talks as "candid and professional." CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN to discuss the issues at stake.
Diplomat overseeing "Havana Syndrome" response leaving after 6 months
The departure comes amid simmering frustration among diplomats who have been affected by "Havana Syndrome."
Biden's foreign policy challenges
President Biden is facing an array of global challenges ahead of his speech tomorrow to the United Nations General Assembly, especially when it comes to Afghanistan. The family of civilians killed in a mistaken U.S. drone strike Kabul are calling for an investigation, compensation and relocation to a safe country. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to explain the latest developments as well as new details on the diplomatic dispute between France and the U.S.
Another evacuation flight leaves Afghanistan with 28 U.S. citizens
It is not clear how many Americans remain in Afghanistan.
Americans stuck abroad amid virus speak out
While millions of Americans are confined to their homes, many abroad are looking for a way to get back home as more countries, including the U.S., shut borders in an effort to contain the coronavirus. Many say the State Department is providing them with little information while airlines are charging exorbitant fares to get back into the country. Don Dahler speaks to Americans stuck abroad who are hoping to return.
Backlog of passport applications
The State Department is struggling with a backlog of passport applications, just as many Americans are making plans to travel abroad. The department says mail delays, a shutdown of their online booking system, and staffing shortages are part of the problem. Christina Ruffini has the latest.
Where Afghan refugees are expected to be resettled, by state
California and Texas are set to receive thousands of Afghans evacuated to the U.S., while other states are expected to resettle fewer than a dozen or none at all.
First stranded Americans leave Afghanistan
The State Department Monday confirmed it had facilitated the safe departure of four Americans via an overland route out of Afghanistan. There are further American citizens at an airport in northern Afghanistan being denied permission to leave the country by the Taliban. As Charlie D'Agata reports, the Taliban were aware of the evacuation and allowed it to happen.
Rabbi talks evacuation of Afghanistan
A recent opinion piece in USA Today explores one Jewish organization's efforts to get its staff and their families out of the country and paints a vivid picture of the painful parallels to the lead-up to the Holocaust. Tanya Rivero spoke with the author, Rabbi Will Berkovitz, CEO of Jewish Family Service, about his organization's efforts in Afghanistan and the stories he is hearing from those who are now trapped under the Taliban's rule.
First civilian flight leaves Afghanistan under Taliban
More than 100 passengers — including at least 20 Americans — have landed in Qatar. They were on the first flight out of Afghanistan since the U.S. withdrawal. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Taliban faces defiant protests as "around 100" Americans await escape
Blinken says the Taliban isn't holding anyone hostage, and the U.S. is working with the group to secure the evacuation of U.S. nationals still stuck in the country.
Taliban claims total control over Afghanistan
The Taliban has claimed victory over the last region in Afghanistan to fall under their control. Meanwhile, four Americans safely departed from Afghanistan by land amid accusations the Taliban is not letting planes with evacuees take off, a senior State Department official confirmed Monday. Charlie D'Agata reports.
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