World Nov 12 Qatar agrees to represent U.S. interests in Afghanistan Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his Qatari counterpart say Qatar will serve as the "protecting power" for the United States in Taliban-run Afghanistan. Qatar will handle consular services for American citizens.
Politics Nov 10 U.S. presses Russia over troop buildup along Ukraine border As Secretary of State Antony Blinken prepares to meet his Ukrainian counterpart in Washington, the top U.S. diplomat for Europe said the administration is watching the situation closely and would regard any escalation with deep concern.
Arts Nov 09 U.S. Holocaust Museum report shows China increasing Uyghur repression The new findings include allegations of forced sterilization, sexual violence, enslavement, torture and forcible transfer.
Nation Nov 05 WATCH: Family, friends gather to honor trailblazer Colin Powell A Vietnam combat veteran, he rose to become the first Black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the first Black secretary of state.
World Nov 05 WATCH: Blinken announces new coordinator for Havana syndrome investigation People affected have reported headaches, dizziness, nausea, and other symptoms consistent with traumatic brain injuries.
Politics Oct 13 WATCH: Secretary Blinken holds news conference with foreign ministers of Israel, UAE The United States and Israel said Wednesday they are exploring a “Plan B” for dealing with Iran if the Islamic Republic does not return in good faith to negotiations to salvage the languishing landmark 2015 nuclear deal.
World Oct 01 U.S. tries to repair relations with France after Australia sub snub The State Department says Blinken will visit Paris next week for an international economic conference but will also meet with French officials to discuss the rupture in relations.
Politics Sep 27 State Department spokesperson tests positive for COVID-19 after U.N. General Assembly Price says he tested positive for coronavirus Monday morning after returning from New York, where he attended the annual U.N. General Assembly meeting with Secretary of State Antony Blinken last week.
Politics Sep 23 U.S. implores Iran to return to nuke talks without delay The Biden administration is imploring Iran to quickly return to talks on its nuclear program after a three-month hiatus caused by its government transition.
Politics Sep 14 WATCH: Blinken testifies before Senate committee about Afghanistan withdrawal Even lawmakers sympathetic to Biden's decision to end the war expressed concern about the large number of Americans, green card holders and at-risk Afghans left behind in last month's chaotic evacuation from Kabul.