Nick Paton Walsh
Nick Paton Walsh is a seasoned journalist and senior international correspondent for CNN, known for his extensive reporting on conflict zones, particularly in Ukraine and the Middle East. Recently, he was in the news as his live report on US-Russia discussions regarding Ukraine was dramatically interrupted by air defense fire in Kyiv, highlighting the ongoing tensions and the volatile situation in the region.
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CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports from eastern Ukraine where a unit prepares to launch a wave of drones.
Inside a Ukrainian long-range drone unit hitting Russia
United States· 2026-05-27
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
Drone strikes airport in AzerbaijanUnited States· 2026-03-05
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
Can AI predict strike alerts in Israel?United States· 2026-03-05
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration actively weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
What’s on the agenda for China’s biggest annual political gathering?United States· 2026-03-05
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
US military releases video of ‘100 hours’ of Operation Epic FuryUnited States· 2026-03-05CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration actively weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
Canadian PM doesn’t rule out participation in war with IranUnited States· 2026-03-05
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
Intercepted missile lands near Syrian cityUnited States· 2026-03-05
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
US launches anti-drug trafficking operation in EcuadorUnited States· 2026-03-05CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
CIA began supporting Iranian Kurdish militias months before strikesUnited States· 2026-03-04CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of arming Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq.
Iran-designed drones that are being used against itselfUnited States· 2026-03-04
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh breaks down the risks of the Trump administration weighing military support for Iranian Kurdish forces.
Why Israel is striking BeirutUnited States· 2026-03-04CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports from the Israeli-Lebanese border on Israel's military operations.
US military aircraft downed over Kuwait by ‘friendly fire’United States· 2026-03-03
CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports from the Israeli-Lebanese border on how Israel is expanding its military operation.
US-Israeli strike damages UNESCO-Listed Golestan palace: state mediaUnited States· 2026-03-03CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports from the Israeli-Lebanese border on how Israel is expanding its military operation.
UAE displays intercepted Iranian drones and missilesUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN's Nick Paton Walsh reports from the Israeli-Lebanese border on how Israel is expanding its military operation.
How Hezbollah’s threat in Lebanon has been diminishedUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports on the leadership void left in the wake of the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran threatens critical oil shipping channelUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports how the leadership void left in the wake of the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader could prolong the conflict.
Melania Trump presides over UN Security Council meetingUnited States· 2026-03-03
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh analyzes how the conflict in the Middle East is rapidly spreading.
Qatar says it shot down two Iranian bomber aircraftUnited States· 2026-03-02
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh analyzes how the conflict in the Middle East is rapidly spreading.
US-Iran war expands across regionUnited States· 2026-03-02
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh analyzes how the conflict in the Middle East is rapidly spreading.
CNN witnesses Iranian drone flying overhead towards IraqUnited States· 2026-03-02CNN's Nick Paton Walsh looks at how likely a month-long war could be for the US and Iran.
How likely is a month-long war with Iran?United States· 2026-03-02
CNN's Nick Paton Walsh analyzes how long the strikes could last as Tehran retaliates after the United States and Israel struck Iran.
Texas GOP voters torn in tight Senate primary contestUnited States· 2026-03-02
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports on what big questions remain in the Middle East.
Mass shooting in Austin leaves 14 injured, 3 killed, police sayUnited States· 2026-03-01CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports on what big questions remain in the Middle East following the death of Khamenei.
Iranian community in L.A. calls for regime change after Ayatollah’s deathUnited States· 2026-03-01CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports on what big questions remain in the Middle East after Khamenei's death.
How war affects oil pricesUnited States· 2026-03-01CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports on what big questions remain in the Middle East.
How Saudi Arabia is responding to Middle East bombardmentUnited States· 2026-03-01Nick Paton Walsh noted the lack of a prominent figure in Iran to replace the leadership after the strike.
Canh bạc rủi ro với ông Trump sau cuộc tập kích hạ sát Lãnh tụ Iran
Vietnam· 2026-03-01
CNN’s Nick Paton Walsh reports on what big questions remain in the Middle East.
What’s next for Iran? | CNNUnited States· 2026-03-01
CNN's Nick Paton Walsh analyzes how long the strikes could last as Tehran retaliates after the United States and Israel struck Iran.
Analysis: Fareed Zakaria: Iran made a ‘very foolish mistake’United States· 2026-02-28
CNN's Nick Paton Walsh analyzes how long the strikes could last as Tehran retaliates after the United States and Israel struck Iran.
Drone strikes near Dubai hotelUnited States· 2026-02-28