Uncertainty over timing of urgent talks on Syria's future, humanitarian crisis in war-torn nation were high on agenda as US Secretary of State and Russian Foreign Minister met in Switzerland
Aside from Pyongyang's posturing and Syria's conflict, US top diplomat to home in on corruption, clean energy initiatives, expanding Internet connectivity, and environment
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is traveling to Europe, the Middle East and Asia for talks on issues including the multinational effort to bring political stability to Syria and North Korea’s recent nuclear test. VOA State Department Correspondent Pamela Dockins reports the first stop Wednesday will be to Switzerland, where more than 40 heads of state and government are expected to attend the World Economic Forum.
US Secretary of State John Kerry said 'our friends and allies in the Middle East, and the entire world are safer because the threat of the nuclear weapon has been reduced'
The International Atomic Energy Agency has certified that Iran has met provisions in the nuclear deal, a move that clears it from nuclear-related sanctions and paves the way for Tehran to expand its international clout through trade. VOA State Department correspondent Pam Dockins looks at how Iran’s sanctions relief could affect the United States.
World powers remove nuclear-related sanctions on Iran after nuclear agency says Iran complied with commitment to curtail nuclear program
Americans being freed include 'Washington Post' correspondent Jason Rezaian, held on espionage charges that have been refuted repeatedly by US government, his employer, family and friends
Top US diplomat's travels next week include China, Saudi Arabia; nuclear test claim, possible penalties among top issues
Secretary of state says expansion will help 'vulnerable' individuals and families from El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras, offer them safe alternatives to dangerous journeys many have attempted
US has similar agreements with 13 other countries, including Iraq, Ukraine and Lithuania
‘What is paramount is for Obama to protect the Iran deal,’ analyst says; shift from ‘lock step’ agreement with Saudi Arabia seen as angering Gulf kingdom officials
US secretary of State says implementation of Iran nuclear deal could be just 'days away,' if 'all goes well'
Past two US administrations have had 'fairly passive policy' regarding Pyongyang, with engagement at times leading to weakening of sanctions, some observers say
The U.S. has launched a cautious diplomatic effort to deal with the rift in relations and war of words between Saudi Arabia and Iran that resulted from the Saudi execution of a leading Shi’ite cleric, Sheikh Namr al-Nimr. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has been reaching out to officials in both countries to urge calm in the dispute, which could threaten other U.S. interests in the region. VOA State Department correspondent Pam Dockins reports.
Saudi Arabia, Iran 'have got to work this out for themselves,’ senior State Department official said; analysts doubt that is possible, stress ripple effect
Role of President Assad, cohesiveness of opposition groups among big questions as UN prepares for January meeting
Success would mean security, opportunity in region, backers say; others skeptical of Iran’s long-term compliance inside and outside of agreement
‘Significant step’ taken when ship carrying low-enriched uranium materials left Iran for Russia on Monday, says US Secretary of State John Kerry
Any impediment to full cooperation between US and allies such as Japan and South Korea 'represents a strategic drag on our national security interests,' official says
Rights group says recent airstrikes have hit homes and hospitals, killing at least 200 civilians in Homs, Idlib and Aleppo provinces
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