The story behind the first CIA officers in Afghanistan after 9/11 and the Russian chopper that flew them in
- By Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News.
- Twice Emmy-nominated, she has traveled worldwide with the secretary of state and contributes reporting on intelligence, foreign policy and other security topics across CBS News broadcast, radio, online and streaming platforms.
- Read Full Bio September 26, 2026 / 7:42 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan carrying the first CIA officers sent into the country after the attacks on Sept.
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- By Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News.
- Twice Emmy-nominated, she has traveled worldwide with the secretary of state and contributes reporting on intelligence, foreign policy and other security topics across CBS News broadcast, radio, online and streaming platforms.
- Read Full Bio September 26, 2026 / 7:42 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan carrying the first CIA officers sent into the country after the attacks on Sept.
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