Ivan Watson
Ivan Watson is a seasoned journalist and correspondent known for his insightful reporting on international affairs. He has worked extensively in Asia, particularly in regions affected by conflict and humanitarian crises. His reports often focus on the intricate dynamics of geopolitical issues, with a keen eye on human stories behind the headlines. Recently, he was in the news for covering the visit of China’s first domestically-built aircraft carrier, the Shandong, to Hong Kong, providing analysis on its implications for regional security.
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CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the sinking of an Iranian warship by a US submarine.
Iran war is a ‘perfect example of asymmetric warfare’
United States· 2026-03-06
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on a US submarine sinking an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.
Video: Who is Senator Markwayne Mullin?United States· 2026-03-06
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Retired General to Burnett: ‘Appalled’ with USUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Strike destroys infamous morality police center in TehranUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Breaking down the cost of war against IranUnited States· 2026-03-06
The Pentagon released footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine in the Indian Ocean, shortly after the vessel participated in an international naval conference in India.
Europe drawn closer to Iran conflict despite reservationsUnited States· 2026-03-06CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
CNN sees thick plume of smoke over TehranUnited States· 2026-03-06
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Iranians speak out despite communications blackoutUnited States· 2026-03-06CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Kim Jong Un inspects North Korean warshipUnited States· 2026-03-06CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
President Trump fires DHS Secretary Kristi NoemUnited States· 2026-03-05CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the sinking of an Iranian warship by a US submarine.
US submarine torpedoes warship for first time since WWIIUnited States· 2026-03-05
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on a US submarine sinking an Iranian warship.
Doha attacked by Iranian missilesUnited States· 2026-03-05CNN's Ivan Watson reports on a US submarine sinking an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.
Exclusive: Iranian bombers were ‘two minutes’ from striking major US airbaseUnited States· 2026-03-05CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Drone strikes airport in AzerbaijanUnited States· 2026-03-05
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Can AI predict strike alerts in Israel?United States· 2026-03-05
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
Legendary former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz dies at 89United States· 2026-03-05
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
What’s on the agenda for China’s biggest annual political gathering?United States· 2026-03-05
CNN's Ivan Watson reports on the Pentagon releasing footage of an Iranian warship being sunk by a US submarine.
US military releases video of ‘100 hours’ of Operation Epic FuryUnited States· 2026-03-05CNN's Ivan Watson looks at how Iran's Shahed drone has been developed to create a similar US-made drone, known as the LUCAS.
Iran-designed drones that are being used against itselfUnited States· 2026-03-04
CNN's Ivan Watson looks at how Iran's Shahed drone has been developed to create a similar US-made drone.
Why Israel is striking BeirutUnited States· 2026-03-04
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on the downing of US military aircraft in Kuwait.
US military aircraft downed over Kuwait by ‘friendly fire’United States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing in Kuwait.
US Embassy in Saudi Arabia struck by suspected Iranian dronesUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Residents flee Beirut after Israeli strikesUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Trump’s shift from talking about Iran to ballroom designUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Melania Trump presides over UN Security Council meetingUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Rubio addresses Americans in the Middle EastUnited States· 2026-03-03CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Hillary Clinton erupts after Boebert leaks photo from her depositionUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Qatar says it shot down two Iranian bomber aircraftUnited States· 2026-03-02
CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
US-Iran war expands across regionUnited States· 2026-03-02CNN’s Ivan Watson reports on a US military aircraft crashing and crew parachuting to the ground in Kuwait.
Cruise Ships stranded in Doha as travel grinds to a haltUnited States· 2026-03-02