Pompeo meets with Taliban political chief as Afghanistan peace talks begin
Protection of rights, particularly women's, will be high on the peace talks agenda.
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Taliban denies attack on prominent actress, director and cop
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President Barack Obama told Afghan President Hamid Karzai that the U.S. would start planning for pulling out all American forces by the end of the year
President Barack Obama told Afghan President Hamid Karzai that the U.S. would start planning for pulling out all American forces by the end of the year, since Karzai will not sign a troop agreement. The top U.S. commander had recommended keeping 10,000 troops in Afghanistan for two years after 2014 if the Afghan government first signed the agreement. David Martin reports.
President Obama has ordered the Pentagon to draft plans to pull all forces out of Afghanistan by the end of the year
President Obama has ordered the Pentagon to draft plans to pull all forces out of Afghanistan by the end of the year. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Afghanistan frees dozens more "dangerous" Taliban prisoners
Long-awaited "intra-Afghan talks" look increasingly likely as government starts releasing final group of insurgents under deal hashed out by U.S.
U.S.-Taliban deal brings little respite for battered Afghan civilians
U.S. and its allies have significantly reduced operations and been blamed for very few civilian casualties this year, but the Taliban's deadly fight rages on.
"Many civilians" said to be among victims of Afghan airstrike
Witnesses say family and friends had gathered to welcome a freed Taliban militant home when aircraft attacked, killing "many civilians."
Teen girl kills Taliban attackers with dad's AK-47 after parents slain
Qamar Gul grabbed the rifle her father taught her to use and turned it on the militants who broke into their home.
Afghans accuse Taliban of killing 333 people as U.S. pulls out troops
Under the Trump administration's agreement with the Taliban, the insurgents must reduce violence if all U.S. forces are to withdrawal.
Afghans free 900 Taliban prisoners in hope of extended ceasefire
A truce called for the Muslim holiday of Eid has held, and the insurgent group is raising hopes it may be extended.
Afghan leaders blame Taliban for vicious attack on maternity ward
Government rejects Taliban denials, setting the stage for renewed warfare that could push the U.S. peace deal to breaking point.
Newborns among 14 killed in attack on Afghan maternity ward
No group has claimed responsibility for the brazen attack on a Kabul hospital, but the area has been plagued by ISIS-linked militants before.
U.S. threatens big Afghan aid cut despite virus outbreak fears
After surprise visit, Pompeo says Washington would hold back $1 billion if arch presidential rivals don't agree on new government to advance peace talks with Taliban.
Pompeo in Afghanistan in bid to jumpstart peace process
He traveled despite the coronavirus pandemic as dueling claims of victory in recent Afghan presidential elections have proven an early stumbling block
Attack kills dozens days after Afghan peace deal signed
Leading politicians escaped unharmed as gunmen hit memorial service in Kabul; Taliban denies involvement in trouble soon after it inked pact with U.S.
4 days after U.S. signs a deal with the Taliban, the fight is on
U.S. aircraft retaliates against Taliban militants, who have resumed attacks against America's Afghan allies as the pitfalls of the peace agreement become apparent.
Afghan women appeal to Pompeo to monitor Taliban's treatment of women
"The women of my generation have not forgotten the reign of the Taliban, and we are, as always, worried for the future," International Women of Courage award recipient Zarifa Ghafari said.
Liz Cheney compares U.S.-Taliban peace accord to Iran nuclear deal
Congresswoman Liz Cheney also called for the full agreement to be made available for the American people to see.
Pompeo sees "rocky and bumpy" path forward in Afghanistan despite deal
The U.S. and the Taliban signed a peace agreement in Doha, Qatar, on Saturday.
U.S., Taliban sign deal aimed at ending war in Afghanistan
If the Taliban meet their commitments, all U.S. troops would leave in 14 months.
Afghan leader reports "notable progress" in U.S. talks with Taliban
President Ashraf Ghani says progress made on a potential deal to facilitate the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan
2 U.S. service members killed during shootout in Afghanistan
A government official in eastern Afghanistan told CBS News three Afghan troops were wounded.
U.S. military retrieves bodies but Afghan jet crash remains a mystery
Pilot on the high-tech Air Force plane declared an emergency before coming down in Taliban-held territory.
U.S. Air Force plane crashes in Taliban territory in Afghanistan
U.S. military confirms a small jet used for communications has gone down in Ghazni province, but cause unclear as Taliban claims involvement.
Soldier killed in Afghanistan identified as New Jersey native
The Taliban claimed responsibility and said it happened during a joint U.S.-Afghan raid in the northern province of Kunduz
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
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Trump touts plan for new U.S. base as Poland warns of risks from Russia
Trump touts "major progress" on plans for a permanent U.S. Army base in Poland as the country's leader warns Russia's war on Ukraine could hit NATO soil.
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Princess Diana's brother claims Charles sounded "elated" after she died
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German leader under huge pressure as the far-right AfD gains steam
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing a "crisis of authority and leadership" as immigration concerns fuel a far-right rise.
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Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
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Swimmer killed in shark attack in front of horrified beachgoers
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Iran downed at least 2 American drones in recent days, U.S. officials say
Iranian forces in recent days have brought down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft, according to U.S. officials familiar with the matter.
Canada, EU look to forge an "Alliance for the Future" amid Trump threats
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Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
The new law lets the president impose tariffs on the largest purchases of Russian oil and natural gas.
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The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
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Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
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Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
AI security experts say they used Claude to hack ChatGPT
Cybersecurity researchers said they were able to use Anthropic's Claude AI platfom to penetrate ChatGPT in "less than 72 hours."
195,000 heated blankets recalled after dozens of burn injuries
The manufacturer has received hundreds of reports of blankets "smoking, melting or burning" due to overheating, according to a recall notice.
Warren Buffett stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman
Warren Buffett is stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, he announced in a letter to shareholders Friday.
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Trump signs Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham
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Will AI harm humans? Poll finds Americans want to slow development but not stop
Americans are optimistic about scientific advances in AI, but concerned that AI may take jobs.
RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
Book excerpt: "Go and Do Likewise" by Andy Beshear
The Democratic Governor of Kentucky writes about how the language of faith, which he believes has been co-opted by some politicians, can be used to bridge the nation's partisan divide.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
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Twins conjoined at the head are separated in 25-hour surgery
The twins were born in Ethiopia with a rare condition that left them joined at the head. Doctors spent a year planning a separation surgery.
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Conjoined twins separated in Ethiopia
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1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
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Trump touts plan for new U.S. base as Poland warns of risks from Russia
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Princess Diana's brother claims Charles sounded "elated" after she died
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German leader under huge pressure as the far-right AfD gains steam
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2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
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Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
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Princess Diana's brother makes new claims
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Diana's brother on Charles' reaction to death
Princess Diana's brother, Earl Charles Spencer, makes stunning allegations in a new memoir against then-Prince Charles, now King Charles III, and his reaction to Diana's death. Holly Williams reports.
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Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
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Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
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Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
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First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
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Uber must pay $40 million in wrongful death suit
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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial speaks
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Facing 10 years in prison, ex-budget official flees U.S. by boat and plane
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