Christiane Amanpour is stepping away from CNN after more than four decades with the network.
The veteran journalist, 68, is renowned as an institution not just with the network itself, but also in the field of journalism as an international correspondent.
She first joined CNN's foreign desk in Atlanta in 1983, with her first major assignment being the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988). She served as the network's Chief International Correspondent from 1992 to 2010, then leaving CNN for ABC. After two years at ABC, she returned to CNN, where she will remain until 2027.
Christiane Amanpour's statement
Per CNN, Christiane shared a telling statement about her decision to leave. "After many months of thought and a few sleepless nights, I have decided to separate from CNN, my partner of 43 fantastic years!"
While she didn't confirm what would come next, she added that she "looks forward to interesting new projects down the line, and will always be rooting for CNN and maintaining its history of independent journalism. Remember: always be truthful, not neutral."
Christiane expressed her gratitude to "all the amazingly talented people I've worked with throughout this incredible journey. Especially ...