US Edition5 things to know for Feb. 17: Jesse Jackson, Nuclear talks, Nancy Guthrie, Alien speculation, Hockey rink shooting
Rev. Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader who inspired millions, died at 84; U.S.-Iran talks in Geneva continue amid military pressure on Tehran.
- High-Stakes nuclear talks opened in Geneva with U.S. and Iranian officials meeting, including Iran's foreign minister and U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, as sources say diplomacy proceeds.
- Jackson's family announced his passing early today; he had been hospitalized and was under observation for PSP, his son confirmed to CNN.
- The civil-rights veteran Jackson helped build the Rainbow Coalition and mounted two 1980s presidential campaigns, influencing U.S. politics, his son confirmed today.
- While pursuing diplomacy, the administration says it seeks a diplomatic path toward a nuclear deal while continuing a significant buildup of air and naval assets in the region.
- With naval exercises underway, negotiators in Geneva face risks as Iran's navy conducts drills alongside U.S. military assets, raising escalation concerns.
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Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies at 84; Second Round of US-Iran Nuclear Talks Ends
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US-Iran Talks, Texas ICE Shooting Trial, Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies At 84 : Up First from NPR
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