U.S. says weapons shipment from Iran seized on way to Yemen rebels
Navy says sailors boarded a "stateless" fishing vessel and found 1,400 Kalashnikov-style rifles and 226,600 rounds of ammo bound for Yemen's vicious civil war.
Yemen's Civil War
On the front lines of the war allowing al Qaeda to thrive
20 years after al Qaeda attacked America, the terror group is taking advantage of Yemen's largely forgotten civil war to plot attacks on the U.S. and its allies.
U.S. calls Iran-backed rebels "legitimate" as Yemen's war rages
The U.S. has shifted its tone on the Houthi rebel movement, but the Iranian-backed group says it wants very specific action from the U.S., not recognition.
Yemen's civil war from the front lines
Yemen's nearly 3-year-old civil war is one of the deadliest conflicts in the world and it's left millions of people displaced or at risk of famine and disease. Iran supports one side and Saudi Arabia supports the other. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams got rare access to some areas of Yemen via the Saudi government and takes CBSN through her incredible battlefield reporting.
Front lines of Yemen's civil war
More than 10,000 people in Yemen have died during a three-year civil war and millions more are threatened by famine and disease. Yemen's government, backed by Saudi Arabia, is fighting rebel forces backed by Iran. Holly Williams got access to the war-torn country from the Saudi Arabian government to see its version of the war.
War in Yemen
Iraq and Afghanistan tend to get the headlines, but there is also an ongoing civil war in Yemen. One side is backed by Saudi Arabi while another is backed by Iran. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from the frontlines.
U.S. Navy seizes cache of weapons aboard ship in Arabian Sea
The arms shipment contained thousands of assault weapons, machines guns and sniper rifles apparently bound for Yemen to support the country's Houthi rebels despite a U.N. arms embargo.
Why Yemen will have to keep waiting for an end to its civil war
A U.S. envoy was among those visiting the region this week, hoping to negotiate a political solution. But there are obstacles, including the U.S. standoff with Iran.
Iran-backed Houthis launch drone, missile attacks on Saudi Arabia
While they're still "exchanging ideas" with U.S., Saudi Arabia says the Yemeni rebels' actions show they, and their Iranian benefactors, aren't interested in peace.
Saudi oil facilities targeted in drone and missile attack
U.S. says latest in series of strikes by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen show, "their lack of respect for human life and their lack of interest in pursuing peace."
Can Biden keep the Saudis on board to end the Yemen war?
A damning report on the Jamal Khashoggi murder and increasing hostility by the Iran-backed Houthis may both impact the president's efforts to end a brutal war.
As Biden tackles Yemen crisis with "urgency," Iran won't make it easy
The White House rushed a veteran diplomat to Saudi Arabia on a mission to end a war threatening hundreds of thousands of civilian lives, but nothing's easy in the Mideast.
State Department to revoke Houthi terror designation
The Saudi-backed war against the Iran-backed Houthi in Yemen has led to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, and experts have warned that the terrorist designation would only exacerbate the devastation.
Biden admin authorizes financial dealings with Yemen's rebels
The Treasury's move effectively delays implementation of former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's last-minute designation of the group as a terror organization.
Aid group blasts U.S. terror label as "diplomatic vandalism" in Yemen
Mike Pompeo says designating Houthis, who control most of Yemen's population, a terror group will hold them accountable, but many believe it's civilians who will suffer.
Explosions rock Yemen airport as new government arrives
At least 25 people were killed and 110 wounded in the blast.
Saudi tanker attacked by "booby-trapped boat" while unloading gas
The apparent attack would be the 4th in a month targeting Saudi energy infrastructure as the kingdom wages a war against Iran-backed rebels in Yemen.
2 Americans, remains of 3rd, released in exchange with Yemen rebels
Oman's state-run media says the U.S. hostages were freed by Iranian-backed Houthi forces in exchange for almost 250 of their own.
Saudis warn of oil slick near decaying tanker, but offer no evidence
Yemen's civil war has turned a 45-year-old, crude-filled supertanker into a ticking environmental time bomb, but politics makes it hard to judge the length of the fuse.
Tanker could spill 4 times more oil than Exxon Valdez
The U.N. environment chief said that "time is running out" to avert an environmental, economic and humanitarian catastrophe
Tanker full of oil decaying amid Yemen's civil war could blow up
Five years without maintenance has made the "Safer" and its 1 million barrels of crude an "imminent environmental and humanitarian catastrophe."
As war and disease ravage Yemen, $1.35 billion in aid isn't enough
International donors have pledged a huge amount in recent years, but the pandemic is sapping that funding, and that's not the only complication.
48,000 Yemeni women could die giving birth as UN funds run out
320,000 pregnant women could be cut off from medical care as UN starts scaling back support due to lack of funding amid coronavirus crisis.
Yemen faces a COVID-19 crisis on top of a civil war catastrophe
"The virus is now in Yemen," and health officials warn there's little left in the desperately poor, war-ravaged country to stop it.
Dozens killed in attack on military parade in Yemen's Aden, officials say
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels use drone, ballistic missile to target parade in city that is seat of Saudi-backed government
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North Korea short-range ballistic missile, other weapons toward sea, South says
North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea, South Korea's military said, the latest in a series of weapons demonstrations by Pyongyang this year.
Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
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Land where notorious cartel leader was killed is being auctioned
The Mexican government announced the auction of a plot of land within the country club where drug kingpin "El Mencho" died during a clash with the army in February.
Experts from Thai rescue join efforts to save 7 trapped in Laos cave
Seven Laotian villagers entered a cave five days ago searching for gold and were trapped inside after heavy rain triggered flash flooding.
Minibus crashes into elephant, killing 3 people in Uganda national park
Three people died and four others were injured after their vehicle collided with an elephant in Murchison Falls National Park, police said on Monday.
Ebola death toll climbs in Congo as new infections confirmed in Uganda
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
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Iran says obstacles remain, but acknowledges deal taking shape with U.S.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger and that "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
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Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
1,500 strangers attend WWII veteran's funeral
Veterans service officer Terrance O'Keefe put out a call from Massachusetts for a World War II veteran who needed a proper hero's send-off. When he arrived at the funeral, a line was already out the church door.
Residents near California chemical tank forced to flee: "You're freaking out"
Emergency crews raced overnight to prevent a tank holding a volatile industrial chemical from exploding at an aerospace facility in Southern California.
Buying a car? Here are some tips to save money.
Here are the financial considerations to make when shopping for a new vehicle amid high car prices.
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Here are the financial considerations to make when shopping for a new vehicle amid high car prices.
What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026?
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
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Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
AG requests to resume ballroom construction, citing latest shooting
Attorney General Todd Blanche said the ballroom is "being constructed for the physical safety and security of all Presidents, their families, staff, Foreign Dignitaries, and guests."
DOJ says it scrubbed news releases about Jan. 6 criminal cases from its website
The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
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N.J. governor requests access to Delaney Hall ICE facility amid protests
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
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Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
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Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
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Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
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North Korea short-range ballistic missile, other weapons toward sea, South says
North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward the sea, South Korea's military said, the latest in a series of weapons demonstrations by Pyongyang this year.
Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
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Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
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Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
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Land where notorious cartel leader was killed is being auctioned
The Mexican government announced the auction of a plot of land within the country club where drug kingpin "El Mencho" died during a clash with the army in February.
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Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
American Music Awards air tonight with star-studded performances
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Extended interview: Patti LaBelle
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Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
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Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
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El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
Latest on shooting near White House
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Husband convicted of hiring hitman to kill NYC art dealer in Brazil
Daniel Sikkema faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison. Brent Sikkema was stabbed to death in his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in 2024.
New details on Saturday's White House shooting
The alleged gunman in Saturday's shooting at the White House had tried to gain access to the White House last year. Natalie Brand reports.
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China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
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SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
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SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
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Shooting near White House raises concerns
Saturday's shooting near the White House has raised security concerns ahead of summer celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday. The shooter, who was killed after opening fire on a Secret Service checkpoint, had previously blocked a White House entry lane last June, court records show. Nicole Sganga reports.