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U.S. and Iran's first direct talks since 1979
It has been a historic week at the United Nations General Assembly that ended in a significant first step today: A meeting between Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammed Javad Zarif. It is the highest level meeting between the two countries since the Iranian revolution in 1979. Many people are hopeful that it could spur some movement towards a diplomatic solution on the issue of Iranian nuclear power. CNN's Jim Sciutto reports.
Did Kerry offer Syria a way out?
This afternoon, the Secretary of State John Kerry floated an idea in passing that was then endorsed by the Russians– to seize Syria's chemical weapons and avoid a U.S. military strike. The plan has been gaining momentum since then, and the president told Wolf the plan is "possible if it's real." CNN's Jim Sciutto reports on how the off-hand comment may lead to a way out of the crisis in Syria.
For Secy. Kerry, a legacy of war
From Vietnam to Syria, John Kerry's career has a long history of tackling issues of war, and his latest effort may have the longest lasting mark on his legacy. CNN's Jim Sciutto reports.
Assad: From dinner partner to "thug"
Our Brian Todd explains how Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's relationship with the West, especially Secretary of State John Kerry, has changed in the last few years.
How to launch a nuclear weapon
As rumors swirl about North Korea's nuclear capabilities, CNN's Tom Foreman explains what it takes to launch a nuke.
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Kerry: Clinton and I agree on Benghazi
Secretary of state nominee Sen. John Kerry says there is no daylight between Secretary Clinton and him on Benghazi.
John Kerry: 'This is a dangerous world'
Sen. John Kerry, who played Mitt Romney in Pres. Obama's debate practice, tells Wolf Blitzer about the dangers of war.
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