World Sep 04 Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine's defense minister amid corruption probe In the middle of war, there's a shakeup at Ukraine's highest levels of government. Defense Minister Oleksii Reznkov submitted his resignation after President Zelenskyy announced plans to replace him. The move comes amid Zelesnkyy’s efforts to fight corruption in his…
World Sep 01 After slow start to counteroffensive, Ukrainian forces make notable gains against Russia For months, Ukraine’s military has been grinding through a counteroffensive designed to liberate territory occupied by Russia. Kyiv has admitted that it’s gone slowly, but this week, Ukrainian soldiers made what the U.S. called notable progress. Nick Schifrin discussed the…
World Aug 31 U.S. Commerce Secretary discusses trip to China amid military and economic tensions This week, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo became the latest high-ranking U.S. official to visit China and engage with top Chinese leadership. She went during a time of security and trade tensions between the two global giants and China's ongoing economic…
World Aug 30 Gabon's military ousts president in latest coup in Africa In the last two years, six countries across western and central Africa suffered what the UN has called an epidemic of coups. That number is now seven. Wednesday, soldiers in Gabon seized power immediately after election results were announced. Gabon…
World Aug 28 What's next for Russia and Wagner Group in Africa following death of Prigozhin For many, the fiery demise of Yevgeny Prigozhin was foretold two months ago after his failed mutiny against Russian President Vladimir Putin. But Prigozhin and his mercenary Wagner Group were an important expeditionary force for the Kremlin in Africa. Nick…
World Aug 24 Ukraine's ambassador to U.S. on progress and setbacks in counteroffensive against Russia On August 24, 1991, Ukraine issued a declaration of independence from the Soviet Union. But 32 years later, Ukraine is fighting to be free of Russian attacks and occupation. Nick Schifrin spoke with Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Oksana…
Nation Aug 22 Tuberville's hold on military promotions is impacting troop readiness, Mullen says The Constitution assigns to the Senate the power to approve the president's nominations of officers of the United States. This includes general and flag officers at the Defense Department. But this year, Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville has held up all…
World Aug 21 How an anti-corruption outsider triumphed in Guatemala's presidential election This weekend the results of two Latin American elections seem to reflect a desire for democratic change. In Ecuador, a millennial entrepreneur will face the establishment leftist candidate in a runoff and Guatemalans elected an anti-corruption politician who overcame establishment…
Nation Aug 18 Biden reaches deal with Japan and South Korea to strengthen military coordination President Biden met with the leaders of Japan and South Korea at Camp David on Friday. The two nations have long had antagonistic relations, but the meeting is a new starting point as they committed to improving military coordination. Geoff…
World Aug 17 Ambassador Rahm Emanuel outlines goals of Biden's summit with Japan and South Korea Friday, President Biden will host a summit at Camp David with the leaders of Japan and South Korea, two nations with a long, complicated history. But they, along with the U.S., share common goals in curbing China’s influence in the…