U.S. reporter's arrest likely "approved at the highest levels in Moscow," ex-ambassador says
Former U.S. Ambassador to Moscow John Sullivan warned that Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested on espionage charges, faces a tough fight ahead.
U.S. detainee in Iran Siamak Namazi on hunger strike
Namazi is protesting the Biden administration's failure to free him and other Americans detained in Iran's notorious Evin prison.
Trump officials eased sanctions on "Blood Diamond" magnate despite concerns
Businessman Dan Gertler received broad relief from sanctions in Trump administration's final days.
Family of American held in Iran urges Biden to do more to secure release
The family is calling on the White House and President Biden to step up their efforts to secure Emad Shargi's release and return him to the U.S.
North Korea set to conduct nuclear test anytime, U.S. and South Korea say
U.S., South Korean and Japanese officials are bracing for what would be Pyongyang's first nuclear test in years, amid already heightened global tensions.
Biden has yet to release after-action reports on Afghanistan withdrawal
The reports, which will examine the period between February 2020 and the U.S. withdrawal in August 2021, have been done for weeks, but are still going through review and declassification.
"Gaps remain": U.S. responds to latest draft of Iran nuclear deal
Israel's prime minister has branded the deal on the table a "bad one," and warned it will give billions of dollars to Iran and its regional militia groups.
American teacher's family fears he'll be left behind in Russian prison
The family of the 60-year-old imprisoned by Russia over medical marijuana says this is "the last opportunity to save his life."
Taliban members say they didn't know slain al Qaeda leader was in Kabul
The U.S. killing of al-Qaeda's leader has sparked further infighting among factions of the Taliban over how he'd been allowed to reside in Afghanistan's capital.
Secret Service agent sent home from Israel after alleged "physical encounter"
The incident came as President Biden was set to arrive in Tel Aviv as part of a four-day trip to the Middle East.
Iran hostage Emad Shargi's family appeals to Biden to bring him home
His wife and daughters are imploring Biden to "do anything" in his power to bring him home.
Russia and Ukraine's "war of attrition" has begun, says European official
An official from a Western-allied country outlined a number of factors likely to play into how long the conflict will last.
Blinken to meet Russian counterpart amid rising concerns over buildup near Ukraine
U.S. officials warned Tuesday that Russia could launch an attack at any point.
Ukraine expected a cyberattack to precede a Russian invasion
The latest cyber sabotage hasn't been directly blamed on Russia yet, but Ukraine's ambassador told CBS News the country would "expect" such an attack before a "full invasion."
Aid groups urge U.S. to help Afghan allies "before it's too late"
Groups are warning that failure to evacuate Afghans targeted by the Taliban for cooperating with the U.S. will leave an "indelible stain" on the Biden administration.