Clarissa Ward
Appearances: 2Shows: 1Latest: Mar 11, 2026
Latest appearance: Mar 11, 2026 on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert →
Clarissa Ward is a journalist and television news correspondent known for her international reporting. She has covered major global conflicts and events as a chief international correspondent for CNN.
All appearances
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (2)
Across two Late Show segments, Clarissa Ward explains the Kurds and Iranian Kurdish opposition while reporting from the war in Iran during an internet blackout.
Interview
"A Staggering Lack Of Humility" - Clarissa Ward On The Pentagon’s Glib Glorification Of War Violence
Clarissa Ward explains who the Kurds are and discusses the Iranian Kurdish opposition amid the war in Iran. She also describes the regional stakes and the risks of reporting on the conflict.
Interview
"Like Looking Through A Keyhole" - Clarissa Ward On Reporting Amid A Communications Blackout In Iran
Clarissa Ward reports from abroad during the war in Iran and describes the internet blackout affecting her coverage. She also discusses what Iranian people are experiencing and the limits on contacting sources.
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