The Latest Breaking News from Jon Finer

The Trump Administration Might Send Afghan Refugees to Danger in Congo

About 1,100 Afghans currently stranded at a military base in Qatar could be relocated to the crisis-addled African country.

Reason · Apr 23

India-Pakistan missile race heats up, but China in crosshairs, too

South Asia’s missile race is heating up. But India and Pakistan aren’t only eyeing each other, say analysts.

Al Jazeera · Aug 28, 2025

Hostages In Gaza Expected To Be Released Soon

White House announces imminent release of hostages in Gaza following ceasefire and deal between Israel and Hamas. Efforts underway to secure their safe return.

Top News · Jan 19, 2025

President Biden To Meet With National Security Council Officials

President Biden to convene National Security Council meeting to address Middle East situation with key officials in attendance.

Top News · Apr 13, 2024

Venezuela Escalates Threat to Guyana with Beefed-Up Military Presence in the Essequibo

Satellite images show heightened activity despite an agreement between Maduro and Guyanese President Ali, who denounced the use of force

Latin Times · Feb 9, 2024

The U.S. Increases Urgent Military Aid to Guyana as Border Tensions with Venezuela Continue

The Biden administration pledged to help Guyana buy new aircraft helicopters, military drones and radar technology

Latin Times · Feb 6, 2024

India and U.S. can resolve differences, say Jaishankar, Finer

U.S. Principal Deputy NSA Finer visits India to review India-U.S. Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET). Discussed bilateral ties, regional/global developments, tech value chains, tech collaborations, and easing regulations. Aim to elevate bilateral strategic partnership and broaden scope of iCET.

The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023

Democrats supporting Israel oppose Bernie Sanders’ plan for conditional aid

Senator’s urge for US to make Israel reconsider military strategy is met with fierce backlash, underscoring rift on left over war in Gaza

The Guardian - US · Nov 21, 2023

A deal for the release of Israeli hostages appears close, officials say

Talk of a possible deal comes as Palestinian health officials say Israeli fire hit another hospital in Gaza, and dozens of premature infants from Al-Shifa hospital are evacuated to Egypt.

WEKU · Nov 20, 2023

Deal to release some Israeli hostages taken by Hamas 'closer than ever', says US official

Officials say deal for release of some hostages could be struck within coming days

Evening Standard · Nov 19, 2023