Biden says Gaza cease-fire deal close after meeting Netanyahu
The president and vice president pressured Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a cease-fire deal for Gaza, but the truce talks may have suffered a new blow.
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Gaza cease-fire talks progressing, officials say
A senior U.S. official said Saturday that the response from the militant group Hamas to an existing cease-fire proposal in the war with Israel "may provide the basis for closing the deal." The details of the cease-fire plan were initially outlined by President Biden in May and include the release of female, elderly and wounded hostages in stage one, and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza in stage two. Holly Williams has details.
New hope for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
It's been five weeks since President Biden announced a cease-fire proposal to attempt to end the war in Gaza. Now, there are new signs that progress might be being made as Israel and Hamas attempt to make a deal through their intermediaries.
Gaza cease-fire negotiations gain momentum
A senior U.S. official tells CBS News that Hamas' latest response to the existing cease-fire proposal with Israel "may provide the basis for closing the deal." CBS News' Holly Williams is following the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas war.
Examining state of U.S.-Israel relations
A U.S. official tells CBS News the Israelis "haven't come close to achieving their objective of destroying Hamas" and criticized Israel's current strategy as "a recipe for continuous war." CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan examines the state of U.S.-Israel relations.
Analyzing why Netanyahu disbanded war cabinet
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his country's war cabinet, which helped set Israel's war policy against Hamas. The move comes after one of Netanyahu's main rivals, former General Benny Gantz, resigned over the lack of a plan for Gaza after the war. Jon Alterman, director of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
Israeli leader dissolves war cabinet after political rival walks out
Cracks in Israel's political unity are widening over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the war against Hamas in Gaza.
Israel-Hamas cease-fire in limbo
Hamas is facing international pressure to accept a U.S.-backed cease-fire deal with Israel, but the group is proposing changes to the potential arrangement that the Israelis call unacceptable. Meanwhile, on Israel's northern border with Lebanon, fighting is intensifying with Hezbollah. BBC News Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega joined CBS News to discuss the war.
Where things stand on an Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Hamas is seeking untenable changes to the Gaza cease-fire deal backed by Israel and the U.S.
Hamas responds to Israel's cease-fire deal
Cease-fire talks are still ongoing after Hamas formally responded to a proposed agreement with Israel. Chris Livesay reports from Tel Aviv.
U.N. adopts U.S. cease-fire resolution
The United Nations Security Council on Monday voted in support of a three-phase cease-fire proposal outlined by President Biden. Hamas said it welcomed the move, something U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called a hopeful sign. BBC News correspondent Jon Donnison joined CBS News with more on the latest developments.
Latest on Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Middle East working to reach a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas. The United Nations Security Council voted in support of a 3-phase proposal outlined by President Biden last month. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Sullivan says "there could be a cease-fire tomorrow" if "Hamas would say yes to the deal"
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said on "Face the Nation" that "now is the moment" for a cease-fire in the war in Gaza, urging Hamas to accept a deal with Israel.
Sullivan: Could have a cease-fire tomorrow" if Hamas agrees
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan tells "Face the Nation" that "now is the moment" for a cease-fire in the war in Gaza, urging Hamas to accept a deal with Israel. "There could be a cease-fire tomorrow, today even, if Hamas would say yes to the deal," Sullivan said.
Breaking down Biden remarks on Trump, Middle East
President Biden broke his silence Friday on former President Donald Trump's conviction in his New York criminal case. His comments preceded remarks about a new Israeli cease-fire proposal. Margaret Brennan and Major Garrett have analysis.
Hamas, Israel at odds over cease-fire proposal
Hamas said it will accept a cease-fire proposal from Egypt and Qatar, but a deal is uncertain as Israeli officials say the proposal is far from acceptable. Israel is sending representatives to Egypt to keep up the talks while still pushing forward with a controversial military operation in Rafah. Ramy Inocencio has the latest
Israel war cabinet approves Rafah operation
Israeli's war cabinet has voted to approve an offensive in Rafah, but says it will continue working toward a cease-fire. Earlier Monday, Hamas agreed to a cease-fire deal brokered by Egypt and Qatar, which an Israeli official said its negotiating team is "examining." CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Blinken offers hostage families hope as he pushes for Israel-Hamas truce
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.
Protests across the U.S. call for Gaza cease-fire
Protests cropped up in multiple cities across the U.S. on Monday demanding President Biden do more to broker a cease-fire in Gaza. Meanwhile, Mr. Biden is also urging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to be cautious about any response to Iran's recent attack on Israel. Weijia Jiang reports.
Israel under pressure for Gaza cease-fire
The White House said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed to send a delegation to Washington, D.C., to discuss the Israeli military's plans for Rafah amid mounting pressure to reach a deal for a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
Netanyahu agrees to send U.S. delegation
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday he plans to reschedule a delegation's visit to Washington, D.C., to discuss Israel's military action in Rafah, in southern Gaza. Netanyahu had canceled the trip after the U.S. abstained from a cease-fire vote at the U.N. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
U.N. envoy accuses Israel of genocide as Gaza war rages after cease-fire vote
A U.N. envoy says there are "reasonable grounds" to believe Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, as the war rages despite a cease-fire demand.
U.N. Security Council demands immediate cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
Israel says the U.S. declining to block a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate Gaza cease-fire "gives Hamas hope."
Blinken meets with Netanyahu, war cabinet
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Tel Aviv for a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday as the U.S. pushes for a cease-fire in Gaza. Speaking in Cairo Thursday, Blinken said a ground assault on Gaza's southern city of Rafah would be a mistake. Meanwhile, the U.N. Security Council is expected to vote on a U.S.-sponsored resolution calling for an "immediate and sustained cease-fire" in Gaza. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
Blinken in Israel ahead of key U.N. vote
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel this morning, just hours before the U.N. is set to vote on a U.S. proposal for an immediate and sustained ceasefire. The U.S. has vetoed similar resolutions in the past.
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Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as it closes the critical chokepoint again
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
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Lawyer who led effort to overturn 2020 election will oversee probe of ex-CIA director
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney, is being tapped by the U.S. Justice Department to lead an ongoing criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
How the dispute between Trump and Pope Leo escalated
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Obama meets Mamdani in New York City ahead of a preschool reading event
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
Trump signs short-term extension of surveillance law passed by Congress
President Trump's signing comes after Congress passed a 10-day extension for the controversial warrantless surveillance law.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Cleanup underway in Midwest after tornadoes leave path of damage, destruction
Communities across the Midwest were starting the cleanup process Saturday after multiple tornadoes touched down and severe weather struck areas from the Great Lakes to Texas.
2 soldiers attacked by bear during training at Army base in Alaska
Two soldiers from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, were injured in a brown bear attack on Friday during a training session.
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Investigators team up to solve mystery of missing Iowa teen
After Jade Colvin, a missing Iowa teenager, is tracked to a remote farm, photos discovered on an old cellphone reveal important clues.
Skydiver rescued after crashing into scoreboard during Virginia Tech game
A skydiver crashed into the scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game.
Obama meets Mamdani in New York City ahead of a preschool reading event
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
2 soldiers attacked by bear during training at Army base in Alaska
Two soldiers from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, were injured in a brown bear attack on Friday during a training session.
Record U.S. drought sparks fears about wildfires, water and food prices
Meteorologists said the drought is a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and existing water issues.
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Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
Airlines cut routes in response to rising jet fuel costs amid Iran war
Rising jet fuel prices are forcing airlines to cut routes and trim schedules.
Oil prices plummet after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is "completely open"
Prices dropped after Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" for the remainder of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
Here's who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost
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Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
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Obama meets Mamdani in New York City ahead of a preschool reading event
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
Lawyer who led effort to overturn 2020 election will oversee probe of ex-CIA director
Joseph DiGenova, a conservative attorney, is being tapped by the U.S. Justice Department to lead an ongoing criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Appeals court allows all White House ballroom construction to resume
An order earlier this week blocked most above-ground construction on the project.
Judge blocks Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna until antitrust suit resolved
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
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Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
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Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
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RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
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Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
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Life jacket worn by Titanic passenger who survived auctioned for $900,000
The item is believed to be one of only a handful of Titanic life jackets still in existence, the auction house said.
6 killed after gunman opens fire in Kyiv, Ukrainian officials say
The head of Ukraine's Interior Ministry said the gunman took hostages and spoke to negotiators for 40 minutes before he was shot dead.
Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Mexico City and Guadalajara are preparing to host World Cup games in June, with protesters denouncing the government's failure to properly investigate the disappearances.
Former chef facing 14 murder charges to plead guilty to aiding suicide
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U.K. police probe arson attack on building formerly housing Jewish charity
There were no injuries reported in connection with the attack, police said Saturday.
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"Schmigadoon!" prepares for Broadway debut
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The Lone Bellow performs "You Were Leaving"
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The Lone Bellow performs "No Getting Over You"
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The Lone Bellow performs "I Did It For Love"
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
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Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
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March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
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Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
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Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
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Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
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Former chef facing 14 murder charges to plead guilty to aiding suicide
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U.K. man pleads guilty to hacking scheme that stole $8 million
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What we know about d4vd's arrest
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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
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"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
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Tornadoes whip across several states
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