Blinken Faces an Awkward Visit to Paris, His ‘Second Home’

The secretary of state’s close ties with France will be valuable in smoothing over the diplomatic spat last month over a U.S. submarine deal with Australia.

Empty Desks at the State Department, Courtesy of Ted Cruz

Dozens of nominations have been held up by a fight between the Texas senator and the Biden administration over a Russian gas pipeline project.

In Reversal, Israel’s New Government Engages With Palestinian Authority

The government has held high-level meetings with Palestinian officials and aided the Palestinians economically, a sharp change from the previous government.

‘We Did Not Inherit a Plan’: Blinken Is Grilled in Congress Over Afghanistan Exit

At least two Republicans demanded the resignation of Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken as he defended the U.S. withdrawal and sought to shift some blame for the chaos to the Trump administration.

Opinion | What Comes After the 9/11 Era?

The battle to define the next American grand strategy.

U.S. Citizens and Afghans Wait for Evacuation Flights From Country’s North

The Taliban have left hundreds of people stranded in Afghanistan awaiting approval for departure.

Inside the Afghan Evacuation: Rogue Flights, Crowded Tents, Hope and Chaos

President Biden has insisted that the evacuation of Kabul was done as efficiently as possible. But key documents obtained by The New York Times suggest otherwise.

Climate Change Is ‘Not a Geostrategic Weapon,’ Kerry Tells Chinese Leaders

President Biden’s climate envoy ended talks in China with a pledge to continue negotiations. But Beijing warned that broader U.S.-China tensions hurt cooperation.

Climate Change Is ‘Not a Geostrategic Weapon,’ Kerry Tells Chinese Leaders

President Biden’s climate envoy ended talks in China with a pledge to continue negotiations. But Beijing warned that broader U.S.-China tensions hurt cooperation.

‘Finally, I Am Safe’: U.S. Air Base Becomes Temporary Refuge for Afghans

About a fifth of all people evacuated from Kabul were brought to Ramstein Air Base in Germany, where they await the next leg of their journey, to the United States.

Transcript of Blinken’s Speech on ‘New Chapter’ in Afghanistan

Shortly after the last U.S. troops left Afghanistan, the secretary of state outlined a plan to use diplomacy to try to extract remaining Americans and Afghan allies.

Transcript of Blinken’s Speech on ‘New Chapter’ in Afghanistan

Shortly after the last U.S. troops left Afghanistan, the secretary of state outlined a plan to use diplomacy to try to extract remaining Americans and Afghan allies.

Transcript of Blinken’s Speech on ‘New Chapter’ in Afghanistan

Shortly after the last U.S. troops left Afghanistan, the secretary of state outlined a plan to use diplomacy to try to extract remaining Americans and Afghan allies.

Military Ramps Up Evacuations From Kabul, but Bottlenecks Persist

The Pentagon has increased the number of flights, but questions remain about whether the military can sustain the pace as the deadline to end the operation draws near.

Taliban Reject Extended Deadline as U.S. Races to Finish Evacuation

Tens of thousands are still hoping for rescue, with priority recently being given to Americans over Afghan allies, according to a U.S. official and those involved in the effort.

Desperate Afghan Women Wait for U.S. Protection, as Promised

Afghan women who worked with the U.S. or international groups are frantically erasing any trace of those links for fear that they will be targeted by the Taliban.

Body Parts Found in Landing Gear of Flight From Kabul, Officials Say

Harrowing video of the chaos, recorded by the Afghan news media, has circulated around the world. The Air Force said the episode was under investigation.

Taliban Takeover Could Extinguish U.S. Influence in Kabul

After 20 years of diplomacy and support, American officials are now contemplating the harrowing question of whether — and how — they might engage with a Taliban government in Afghanistan.

$5,800 Whiskey Bottle, a Gift From Japan to Pompeo, Is Missing, U.S. Says

The State Department is investigating what happened to it.

Need to Renew Your Passport? Good Luck.

An appointment to renew or obtain a passport is an elusive proposition these days, as those who let their documents lapse during the pandemic are finding out.