U.S. indictment accuses two Syrian officials of torture at notorious prison
Peaceful protesters, including a 26-year-old American woman, were abused at the torture center.
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Syrians return home after HTS takeover
Syrians are reacting after President Bashar al-Assad's regime was toppled by rebel forces affiliated with the militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Shams (HTS). CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.
Concerns over rebels who took over Syria
There are renewed concerns over Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the rebel leader who led the Hayat Tahrir al-Shams (HTS) group that took over Syria and collapsed President Bashar al-Assad's regime. CBS News' Courtney Kealy breaks down what's known about Jolani.
What to know about Syrian HTS group
The insurgent group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, that took over Syria and ousted President Bashar al-Assad, has yet to show how it plans to govern the country torn by more than a decade of civil war. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd breaks down what's known about the opposition group in power.
Latest news on Syrian civil war
Syria's civil war took a surprising turn as opposition rebels affiliated with the group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, or HTS, took over Damascus, marking an end to President Bashar Assad's regime. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata breaks down what's known about the conflict in the Middle East.
Bashar al-Assad toppled: What to know
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has fled to Moscow after rebels toppled his regime and took control of the Syrian government over the weekend. CBS News homeland security contributor Samantha Vinograd has a look at the situation.
How rebels took control of Syria
Opposition forces have entered Syria's Damascus and President Bashar al-Assad has reportedly fled to Russia. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab breaks down how the militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Shams (HTS) moved into power.
Jake Sullivan on rebel takeover of Syria
President Biden is calling the toppling of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria a "moment of historic opportunity." His national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, spoke with "CBS Mornings" about this weekend's developments.
Syrian rebels celebrate after toppling Assad
Syrian rebels are rejoicing after seizing control of the government over the weekend, toppling the dictatorship of Bashar al-Assad that had been responsible for brutal crimes against the Syrian people. Assad fled to Moscow, finding safe haven with his Russian supporters. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer is in Damascus, Syria's capital city, with the latest.
Who is Abu Mohammed al-Golani, the leader of the insurgency in Syria?
Insurgents control the capital Damascus, President Bashar Assad has fled into hiding, and for the first time after 50 years of his family's iron hand, it is an open question how Syria will be governed.
Syrians celebrate end of Assad regime as president flees to Moscow
Russian state media news agencies reported that Assad and his family were in Moscow and given asylum.
Syrian rebels celebrate fall of Assad regime
Syrian rebels celebrated the fall of President Bashar al-Assad following a swift offensive through the country. Imtiaz Tyab has more on what comes next.
Biden responds to fall of Assad regime
President Biden expressed cautious optimism over the fall of the Assad regime in Syria, but also noted the situation presents a "moment of considerable risk." Charlie D'Agata has more on the U.S. response.
Analysis of Assad regime collapse
CBS News contributor Andrew Boyd, who previously held leadership positions at the CIA, and Mouaz Moustafa, the executive director of the Syrian Emergency Task Force, provide analysis on the events unfolding in Syria after the collapse of the Bashar Assad regime.
Biden speaks after Assad's regime collapsed
President Biden said the sudden collapse of the Syrian government under President Bashar Assad is a "fundamental act of justice" after decades of repression. Mr. Biden spoke from the White House after a stunning rebel advance reached the capital, ending the Assad family's 50 years of iron rule.
Syrians celebrate end of Assad family rule
Crowds gathered in Damascus on Sunday to celebrate with chants, prayers and the occasional gunfire after the stunning advance from opposition forces put an end to the Assad family's 50 years of iron rule. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports from the Turkish-Syrian border.
Syrian rebels close in on city of Homs
Thousands of people have been forced to leave parts of central Syria as rebel forces advance on the country's third-largest city of Homs. It would be a major win for the rebels, who have also captured the city of Aleppo. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
U.S. on Syrian civil war resurgence
Syria's government forces are fighting to gain back control of Aleppo after an Islamist rebel group seized the city last week. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has the latest.
What is the ultimate goal of Syria's rebels?
The Syrian military and Russian forces launched joint airstrikes Monday targeting rebel groups that seized control of the nation's largest city, Aleppo. Syria's civil war has stood at a stalemate for years, but over the weekend, rebel fighters captured cities and towns across three of the nation's northwestern provinces. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Trump taps in-laws for key diplomatic posts
President-elect Donald Trump is giving key diplomatic posts to the fathers-in-law of his two daughters. He has tapped Charles Kushner to serve as the ambassador to France and Massad Boulos as senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. Political strategists Joel Payne and Maura Gillespie join "America Decides" to discuss what the moves say about Trump's foreign policy plans.
Why Syria's civil war is reigniting
The Syrian military and the Kremlin conducted joint airstrikes Monday on parts of Syria that rebels took control of over the weekend. Fighters seized Syria's largest city, Aleppo, after a battle with troops loyal to dictator Bashar al-Assad. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins "America Decides" to discuss why the civil war is reigniting after a yearslong stalemate.
Russia helps Syria launch deadly airstrikes amid shock rebel offensive
Syria's civil war has taken a dramatic turn, with dictator Bashar Assad once again leaning on Russian support after a shock offensive by Islamist rebels in Aleppo.
Debra Tice on U.S. efforts to bring son home
Friday marks World Press Freedom Day. In commemoration of the event, CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with the mother of missing journalist Austin Tice about the efforts to find him and bring him home. Tice disappeared in Syria while covering the nation's civil war in 2012.
Austin Tice's mother discusses release effort
In a statement Friday commemorating World Press Freedom Day, President Biden mentioned the case of Austin Tice, a freelance journalist who went missing in Syria in 2012 while covering the nation's civil war. "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan sat down with Tice's mother, Debra, to discuss the latest U.S. efforts to find him and bring him home.
Syria protests challenge Assad as he tries to put civil war behind him
Syria's Bashar Assad was just welcomed back by the Arab League, but protests echoing the uprising that led to the country's brutal civil war are gaining steam.
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U.S. reimposes blockade and strikes Iran as Trump seeks control of Strait of Hormuz
The president called off a planned 20% fee on shipping through the strait.
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Flights grounded at D.C.-area airport due to security concerns for Iraqi leader
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
Houston prosecutor could bring charges against ICE agents in fatal shooting
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
State board: Musk may have broken election law by offering $1M checks to voters
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
Security video captures moments after man was fatally shot by ICE in Maine
A home security camera captured the sound of five gunshots when Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, a Colombian national, was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
1 dead, 3 missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay
One person died and three were missing in San Francisco Bay on Tuesday after a boat with 20 people on board sank near Alcatraz Island, authorities said.
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Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
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Flights grounded at D.C.-area airport due to security concerns for Iraqi leader
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
Houston prosecutor could bring charges against ICE agents in fatal shooting
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
Security video captures moments after man was fatally shot by ICE in Maine
A home security camera captured the sound of five gunshots when Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, a Colombian national, was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
1 dead, 3 missing after boat sinks near Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay
One person died and three were missing in San Francisco Bay on Tuesday after a boat with 20 people on board sank near Alcatraz Island, authorities said.
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26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Senators introduce bipartisan plan to tackle Social Security insolvency
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest in years
New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation readings released this summer.
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Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
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Flights grounded at D.C.-area airport due to security concerns for Iraqi leader
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
Houston prosecutor could bring charges against ICE agents in fatal shooting
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
Security video captures moments after man was fatally shot by ICE in Maine
A home security camera captured the sound of five gunshots when Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, a Colombian national, was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
State board: Musk may have broken election law by offering $1M checks to voters
The Wisconsin Elections Commission found billionaire Elon Musk may have violated the state's election bribery law by offering $1 million checks to voters during an election last year.
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Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid
With the federal Medicaid work requirement looming in January, Democrats are considering state legislation to call out big companies that employ workers enrolled in the safety net health program.
Dr. Céline Gounder: Lindsey Graham died of aorta disease. My husband did too.
Lindsey Graham's aorta tore at 71. Grant Wahl's burst at 49. One is common and age-driven; the other is inherited, silent, and findable.
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Iraq seizes mounds of gold and millions in cash in corruption crackdown
An anti-corruption probe in Iraq leads to seizure of 825 pounds of gold and tens of millions in cash from lawmakers and government officials.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
China rejects report that a U.S. scientist is being wrongfully detained
Asked about the case of U.S. national Youlin Chen, China's foreign ministry said there was no "wrongful detention," but it did not deny the scientist was imprisoned.
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Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
Gelfand on "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
"The Real Wolf of Wall Street," a new documentary from See It Now Studios on Paramount+, focuses on the real-life story of infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his brokerage firm Stratton Oakmont. Howie Gelfand, a former partner at Stratton Oakmont, explains why he decided to be part of the documentary and how the 2013 film, "The Wolf of Wall Street," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, got the real story wrong.
Alan Ritchson on thriller "Motor City"
Alan Ritchson talks about starring in "Motor City," which has nearly no dialogue, how his process was different and why he thinks it will resonate with audiences.
States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
Mick Jagger on music and politics
Mick Jagger spoke with The New York Times recently about the role of politics in his music. Political strategists Erin Maguire and Dan Kanninen join "The Takeout" to discuss.
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26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
Major utility bill increases requested
Utility companies requested $9.2 billion worth of rate increases in the second quarter of 2026, potentially impacting over 56 million Americans, according to a new report from PowerLines. Former Michigan utility commissioner Tremaine Phillips joins CBS News to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Hochul halts NY data center construction
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul imposed a year-long moratorium on "hyperscale" AI data centers, halting construction as the state investigates the wider economic and environmental impacts. Shanelle Kaul explains more.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
Kagan opening statements on security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are on Capitol Hill to testify before House lawmakers in response to a request for increased security funding amid growing threats against members of the highest court.
Second fatal ICE shooting in a week
Joan Sebastian Guerrero's death in Maine marks the second time in a week that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have shot and killed a civilian. The Department of Homeland Security alleged that a man "attempted to flee the scene" when stopped by ICE. Guerrero's killing has prompted calls for an investigation. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple is suing OpenAI over apparently stolen trade secrets that may be linked to hardware ambitions. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Witnesses on ICE shooting in Maine
Witnesses are describing what they saw during the moments after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a man in Maine. One source with knowledge of the investigation says Joan Sebastian Guerrero was killed during the encounter. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Officials speak on fatal ICE shootings
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials shot and killed two men in the last week in Maine and in Texas. Maine's House speaker, a Houston prosecutor and a Minnesota attorney spoke with CBS News about the violence.
Anthropic launches "Claude for Teachers"
Anthropic is offering verified teachers a year of free access to its premium AI tools through its new "Claude for Teachers" program. Elizabeth Kelly, head of Beneficial Deployments at Anthopic, joins CBS News to discuss.
Houston prosecutor on ICE shooting witnesses
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the ICE killing of Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, says his office is filing paperwork to get visas for the witnesses of the fatal shooting, so they're not deported while the investigation unfolds.
Major utility bill increases requested
Utility companies requested $9.2 billion worth of rate increases in the second quarter of 2026, potentially impacting over 56 million Americans, according to a new report from PowerLines. Former Michigan utility commissioner Tremaine Phillips joins CBS News to discuss.
NASA astronaut flies to ISS for 8-month stay
Physician-astronaut Anil Menon, a former flight surgeon with NASA, rocketed into space Tuesday with two Russian cosmonauts for an eight-month stay aboard the International Space Station. CBS News' space consultant Bill Harwood has more.