Iran shares first statement attributed to its new supreme leader
Iranian state media say the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first public statement, has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain shut.
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Trump "disappointed" in Iran's pick for leader
President Trump gave updates on the war in Iran on Monday, saying he was "disappointed" in the country's new choice of leadership, the former supreme leader's son, Mojtaba Khamenei. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins to discuss takeaways from the news conference. Then, Joe Zacks, former deputy assistant director for counterterrorism at the CIA, joins with analysis.
Iran new supreme leader is ultra-conservative
Iran announced Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as its new supreme leader on Sunday, according to state media. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
What we know about Mojtaba Khamenei
Iran has named its new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. CBS News' Holly Williams has more.
Retired rear admiral on new Iranian supreme leader:
Retired Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery, senior director at the foundation for Defense for Democracies, joins CBS News to discuss Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, being named the new supreme leader of Iran.
Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei new supreme leader
Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been named new supreme leader of Iran, Iranian media reports. Lindsey Reiser anchors CBS News' live coverage.
What's next for Iran's leadership
It took less than a minute for Israeli bombs to kill Iran's supreme leader, along with more than 40 senior figures, but according to people directly involved in the planning, the attack was three years in the making. As Matt Gutman reports, the big question now is who will lead Iran next.
Hegseth says U.S. "just getting started" as Iran war spreads
The U.S. is "accelerating, not decelerating" war on Iran, Hegseth says, as strikes intensify in the region and reach 1,000 miles away.
Iran's next leader comes into focus
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son is emerging as the frontrunner to be Iran's new supreme leader. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has the latest.
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Trump defends war with Iran as conflict widens
Israel sent troops into Lebanon as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran widened, and some of Iran's Gulf neighbors warned that Iran's retaliatory fire could draw them into the spreading conflict.
Kaine presses Pentagon official at hearing
Sen. Tim Kaine asked Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby if arresting former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro or killing Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is considered regime change.
Possible successors to Iran's supreme leader
Eric Lob, an associate professor of politics and international relations at Florida International University, joins CBS News to discuss who could become Iran's new supreme leader after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Process for Iran to appoint new supreme leader
Iran's government confirmed it's starting the process of picking a new supreme leader after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei died during Saturday's attack. The process, established in 1979 when Iran's new theocratic government took power, has been used only once. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser explains.
Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
What happens now with the Iranian regime?
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed along with 49 senior regime leaders, according to the White House, in the U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran. That leaves the future of the regime in question. Abba Milani, director of the Iranian Studies Program at Stanford University, joins CBS News to discuss the regime and the war.
Masih Alinejad on death of Ayatollah
CBS News contributor and Iranian activist Masih Alinejad joined CBS News 24/7 to discuss the possible regime change in Iran, urging President Trump to "finish the job" after U.S-Israeli strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior officials.
Questions arise about new Iranian leader
Iranians are reacting to the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following U.S.-Israeli strikes against the Islamic Republic. A new leader for the regime has yet to be chosen. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab and Courtney Kealy have the latest.
Special Report: Pentagon on Iran war
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine briefed the press at the Pentagon on Monday on the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran and shared more details about Operation Epic Fury.
Future of Iran leadership
The death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been met with public displays of mourning, but also joy and relief. Imtiaz Tyab reports on the regime and who could lead Iran next.
Hegseth calls war in Iran "turning point"
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth called the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran a "generational turning point" during a Monday briefing at the Pentagon, the first time U.S. military officials have spoken out since the conflict erupted. At least four service members have died from injuries sustained in the operation, U.S. Central Command said.
Military death toll climbs to 4, war ongoing
The U.S. military death toll is climbing as the war with Iran continues, the American Central Command said Monday. This comes as the conflict enters Day 3 and as news emerges of 3 American F-15s being "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses." CBS News breaks down the latest.
Trump says Iran operation could take "four weeks or less," 3 U.S. troops killed
The U.S. military says three troops have been killed in the war with Iran, as President Trump says the operation is proceeding "ahead of schedule." Follow live updates.
Who takes over in Iran with Khamenei dead?
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed along with about 40 other senior members of the Islamic Republic regime in the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Saturday. Matt Gutman has more on the succession plan.
Status of Iran's military capabilities
Iran has launched retaliatory strikes against targets across the Middle East after U.S.-Israeli strikes killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral Robert Murrett joins CBS News to discuss.
Celebrations and mourning in Tehran
Celebrations have been seen in Tehran after Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in U.S.-led strikes. Supporters of the the regime have also been seen mourning Khamenei. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more.
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
Markwayne Mullin confirmation hearing set for today
President Trump announced Sen. Markwayne Mullin as his pick to replace embattled DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton projected to win Democratic Senate primary
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is projected to win the heated and crowded Democratic primary race for the U.S. Senate seat that Dick Durbin has held for nearly 30 years, according to CBS News analysis.
Senate begins marathon debate on SAVE America Act under pressure from Trump
The Senate voted to begin a marathon debate on the SAVE America Act, an elections bill that President Trump has been pressing Republicans to pass.
Top Trump counterterrorism official resigns over Iran war
President Trump's director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, announced his immediate resignation Tuesday, citing the administration's decision to intervene in Iran.
As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns of "resistance"
The leader of Cuba is vowing to put up "resistance" against the U.S. as President Trump suggests he may "take" the island nation, whose communist government has faced intense U.S. pressure and languished under energy shortages.
Illinois governor primaries set up rematch between Pritzker, Bailey
The 2026 Illinois primary results in the race for governor set up a rematch between Gov. JB Pritzker and his 2022 Republican challenger Darren Bailey.
WNBA, players' union reach agreement in principle on new pact
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
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Jessie Holmes is the third competitor in the 54-year history of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race to repeat the year after winning for the first time.
Trump's judicial confirmations show signs of slowing compared to first-term boom
President Trump is likely to make less of an impact on the federal bench in his second term because of fewer vacancies, a slower pace of retirements and the potential for Democrats to regain control of the Senate in November.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
Venezuela defeats U.S. 3-2 for its first World Baseball Classic title
With the game tied going into the 9th, Eugenio Suárez smacked a double into left-center field to score pinch runner Javier Sonoja for what would prove to be the winning run.
1 killed, another injured in shooting at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico
Military officials say a shooting at a U.S. Air Force base in New Mexico has left one person dead and another wounded.
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WNBA, players' union reach agreement in principle on new pact
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
Arizona alleges Kalshi engaged in illegal gambling, election wagering
The complaint includes 20 separate counts against Kalshi, claiming the company accepted bets from Arizona residents in violation of state law.
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Amazon introduces 1-hour and 3-hour delivery in U.S.
Amazon is speeding deliveries, putting pressure on other retailers. Here's where 1- and 3-hour delivery options are available and how much the service costs.
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Markwayne Mullin confirmation hearing set for today
President Trump announced Sen. Markwayne Mullin as his pick to replace embattled DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.
Trump's judicial confirmations show signs of slowing compared to first-term boom
President Trump is likely to make less of an impact on the federal bench in his second term because of fewer vacancies, a slower pace of retirements and the potential for Democrats to regain control of the Senate in November.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
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Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
Top intelligence officials to testify to Senate panel as Iran war escalates
The Trump administration's spy chiefs will testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee on national security threats facing the U.S.
Venezuela defeats U.S. 3-2 for its first World Baseball Classic title
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As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns of "resistance"
The leader of Cuba is vowing to put up "resistance" against the U.S. as President Trump suggests he may "take" the island nation, whose communist government has faced intense U.S. pressure and languished under energy shortages.
Why the death of Iran's top security official is significant
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Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
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Landmark social media trial continues
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Solar farm development faces pushback
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
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Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
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Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
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Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
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7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
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Meteor streaks across sky over multiple states
An asteroid weighing about 7 tons and traveling at 45,000 miles per hour zoomed over multiple states and lit up the sky, causing a loud boom that some residents mistook for an explosion. Mark Strassmann reports.
Cuba in crisis as Trump mulls takeover
Cuba has been facing more blackouts and protests since the U.S. cut off its access to Venezuelan oil. Juan Palop reports from Havana.
Where the Nancy Guthrie investigation stands
Nearly 50 days since Nancy Guthrie disappeared, the suspected abduction remains unsolved. CBS has learned investigators have recovered additional images from Guthrie's surveillance cameras. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.