U.S. sending U.S. carrier strike group, air defense systems to Persian Gulf
The moves come as U.S. military bases in Iraq and Syria have seen an increase in attacks by Iran-backed Shia militia groups in recent days.
Crisis in the Middle East
Military spokesman says Israel plans to increase strikes on Gaza
Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari told reporters Saturday that "We are going to increase the attacks, from today."
Humanitarian aid enters Gaza as Egypt opens border crossing
However, no U.S. citizens or other foreign nationals who have been stranded in Gaza since the war began were allowed to cross into Egypt.
Israel-Hamas war fallout spilling into workplaces
People from all company ranks have been called out for speaking too forcefully — or not forcefully enough — on the Israel-Hamas war.
Names of 5 killed written on paper show toll of Gaza war on U.S. family
Three of Fatma Abumousa's nephews — ages 6, 7 and 18 — were killed and have been buried, along with her sister-in-law and cousin.
U.S. mom and daughter held hostage by Hamas are released
The freed U.S. hostages are Judith and Natalie Shoshana Raanan from suburban Chicago, officials announced.
Israel evacuates a border town as war with Hamas threatens to expand
As Israel bombs Hamas in Gaza and aid remains locked out, Iran's other allies in the region appear to test the water, fueling fear of a wider regional war.
Tensions are high in Europe amid anger over Israel-Hamas war
In London, the Met Police said they have seen a rise in antisemitic and Islamophobic crimes reported since Hamas militants attacked Israeli soldiers and civilians on Oct. 7.
Israeli family says baby boy among 3 held hostage by Hamas
CBS News meets a family struggling "not to think about the worst" with 3 loved ones believed to be Hamas captives, including a 10-month-old boy.
Growing number of workers lose jobs for antisemitic social media posts
Antisemitic incidents in U.S. hit a four-decade high last year, according to the Anti-Defamation League.
Fear, frustration for Israeli family as 7 believed to be held by Hamas
An Israeli family with 6 members believed to be among Hamas' hostages tells CBS News there's "something very wrong" with their government's response.
Bomb and death threats prompt major Muslim group to move annual banquet
The Council on American-Islamic Relations, or CAIR, used the same hotel for a decade but will now hold the banquet at an undisclosed location with heightened security.
Gaza waits for aid amid airstrikes; Israeli troops told to "be ready" to invade
No humanitarian aid yet, but more Israeli airstrikes in Gaza as anger spreads across the region over a hospital blast the U.S. and Israel blame on Palestinian militants.
Hundreds dead in Gaza hospital blast as Israel, Palestinians trade accusations
Palestinian officials said an Israeli airstrike was responsible for the blast, while Israel said Islamic Jihad militants in Gaza launched a rocket that hit the site.
State Department issues "worldwide caution" alert for U.S. citizens
U.S. citizens overseas have been advised to "exercise increased caution" due to "the potential for terrorist attacks" and violence amid the Israel-Hamas war.
Family member of slain Israelis holds out hope for three missing relatives
Abbey Onn's 80-year-old cousin Carmela Dan and Dan's 12-year-old granddaughter, Noya, Dan were found dead by Israeli authorities.
Biden says aid for Israel and Ukraine will "pay dividends for American security"
President Biden is asking Congress for $100 billion in supplemental funding, including aid for Israel and Ukraine.
Americans give mixed reactions to Biden's approach to Israel-Hamas conflict
There is broad support for sending humanitarian aid to Israel and a split on sending weapons.
U.S., Israel say evidence shows Gaza militants responsible for hospital blast
An American official told CBS News the U.S. has intelligence that gives it high confidence Israel was not responsible.
Protesters on Capitol Hill call for Israel-Gaza cease-fire, hundreds arrested
Activists sat clapping and singing on the floor in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building, holding up large banners that read "Ceasefire" and "Let Gaza Live."
Biden backs Israel over Gaza hospital blast
President Biden visited Israel in a show of support following the Hamas terror attacks, but a meeting with Arab leaders was canceled following the deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital.
Intel bulletin warns of heightened threat environment
The warnings came while President Biden was in Tel Aviv to reaffirm U.S. solidarity with Israel, as the conflict with Hamas continues.
American hostage's family urges leaders to "do everything" to bring them back
"This is not a time for tears," the mother of Omer Neutra, an American taken hostage by Hamas, says in a call for action.
In Israel, Biden says military data show militants to blame for Gaza hospital blast
"I come to Israel with a single message — you're not alone," President Biden told the people of Israel.
Biden to deliver Oval Office address on Israel and Ukraine on Thursday
President Biden will deliver an address to the nation about the recent Hamas attacks against Israel and the ongoing war in Ukraine, the White House said.
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