Nation Aug 03 Tensions rise between the U.S. and China after Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan is one of the most controversial and perhaps consequential visits to Taiwan in decades. She has now left the self-governing island, but the fallout remains. Bonnie Glaser, director of the Asia program at…
Health Aug 03 After a long battle, veterans celebrate PACT Act’s passage. But the war goes on for many After a week of delay and debate in Congress, President Biden on Monday will sign legislation that makes it easier for veterans to get VA benefits after becoming sick from exposure to toxins in war zones. But it has been…
World Aug 02 U.S. drone strike on al-Qaida’s leader raises questions about terrorist group’s future A U.S. drone strike that killed al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri last weekend in Afghanistan raises questioned about where this leaves the terrorist group and the Taliban's role in harboring him. Nick Schifrin returns with a deeper look at al-Zawahri's background…
World Aug 01 U.S. drone strike kills al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri in Kabul A U.S. drone strike killed al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri on Sunday in a CIA operation carried out in Kabul, Afghanistan. He played key roles in the 9/11 attacks and bombings of U.S. embassies, and became leader of the terrorist group…
World Jul 21 Russia tightens grip on eastern Ukraine with plans for secession referendums Turkish and UN officials say they expect to sign a deal with Russia and Ukraine Friday to allow Ukraine to resume vital exports. The country is one of the world’s largest providers of grain and oil. Meanwhile, the battles grind…
World Jul 19 Biden faces criticism for not doing more on human rights during Middle East trip President Biden last week met with the leaders of several Middle East countries accused of human rights violations. It's raising questions about what the U.S. got out of his Middle East trip, and the balance of human rights and pragmatic…
World Jul 16 Biden unveils new Middle East framework as he wraps up highly scrutinized trip President Biden left Saudi Arabia Saturday, concluding his first trip to the Middle East as president. The visit came amid questions about the relationship between the two countries as the administration attempted to balance human rights, energy and security interests.
World Jul 16 Top Saudi diplomat discusses U.S. relations, human rights, oil production, Iran and Israel President Biden finished his visit to the Middle East Saturday at a meeting of 10 regional leaders led by Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman. The trip largely focused on Saudi Arabia’s human rights record, but there was also talk…
Nation Jul 15 Biden meets with Saudi leader accused of approving journalist’s murder President Biden has landed in Saudi Arabia and met with King Salman and Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman. It's delicate diplomacy for an administration that’s pledged to put human rights first, but is also dealing with the realities of Saudi…
Nation Jul 14 Biden holds talks on Iran with Israel amid calls to address journalist’s death President Biden and Israeli leaders on Thursday discussed the threat posed by Iran, despite differences over a possible diplomatic deal over Iran’s nuclear program. Biden also reiterated his support for a two-state solution, as aides faced questions about why the…