Israel-Hamas hostage deal delayed until Friday, Israeli official says
A short-term cease-fire between Israel and Hamas that will allow for the release of hostages and for aid to enter Gaza had originally been expected to begin Thursday.
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Israeli government approves deal for hostage release, short cease-fire
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
Families of hostages urge deal on release
Families of hostages held by Hamas are still waiting for a possible deal to pause the fighting and allow the exchange of some hostages. Meanwhile, Israeli troops have surrounded a second hospital in Gaza where hundreds of people are sheltering. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Cease-fire is "only way forward," Jordanian ambassador says
Dina Kawar, the Jordanian ambassador to the U.S., tells "Face the Nation" that Jordan is calling for a cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamas. "Because we feel that with the Arab countries and with the Islamic countries, this is the only way forward to stop this war and to sit around the table and go back to negotiations," Kawar said.
Hundreds of Palestinians flee Al-Shifa hospital
Hundreds of Palestinians have fled Gaza's largest hospital after Israeli forces seized it earlier this week, accusing Hamas of running a command center beneath it. Israel continues carry out deadly bombings across the besieged territory, while Israelis have taken to the streets demanding their government do more to free the hostages being held by Hamas. Imtiaz Tyab reports from Jerusalem.
Israeli military still searching Al-Shifa hospital
Israeli soldiers continued their search of Gaza's largest hospital Thursday, where they said they found more proof Hamas was using it as a command center, including a tunnel shaft and a vehicle with weapons. The body of 65-year-old Yehudit Weiss, one of the hostages abducted by Hamas militants on Oct. 7, was found in a building near Al-Shifa. Debora Patta reports from Israel.
Israel considers hostage deal with Hamas
Israel may consider a deal for a three-to-five-day cease-fire in the war in Gaza if some of the hostages being held by Hamas are released. CBS News' Doug Williams reports on the negotiations from Israel, and Weijia Jiang, CBS News senior White House correspondent, looks at the White House's take on the negotiations as President Biden navigates a new chapter in U.S.-China relations after his meeting with President Xi Jinping.
Israel considering deal with Hamas to secure release of some hostages
Officials tell CBS News Israel is considering a temporary cease-fire, and possibly freeing some Hamas prisoners, to secure the release of some hostages from Gaza.
Humanitarian pauses to let civilians flee
Israel has agreed to implement daily four-hour humanitarian pauses in northern Gaza, allowing civilians caught in the middle of the conflict to flee south. Israeli officials say 80,000 people passed through an evacuation corridor to leave northern Gaza Thursday. CBS News' Doug Williams has more.
Israel agrees to a daily 4-hour pause in fighting
Israel has agreed to a four-hour daily humanitarian pause in the fighting in Gaza, a U.S. official said Wednesday. CBS News has also learned that talks are progressing towards a deal that would free between 12 and 15 hostages being held by Hamas in exchange for a two or three-day humanitarian pause. Debora Patta has more.
Possible ceasefire negotiations in Gaza
Only 526 trucks of humanitarian aid have entered Gaza since the Israel-Hamas war began - around the same number that used to enter the territory each day. Ramy Inocencio visited the Nitzana border crossing between Israel and Egypt, where the trucks are inspected to make sure the besieged population of Gaza receive food and medicine, without allowing any fuel or weapons to end up in the hands of Hamas.
U.S. weighs in on Gaza reoccupation
As Israel says troops are now in the heart of Gaza, the U.S. is weighing in on the future of the Palestinian territory after Israel carries out its mission to eliminate Hamas' presence. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBS News with details on the U.S.'s position on the reoccupation of Gaza.
Blinken says "stronger" Ukraine a prerequisite for talks with Russia
"A cease-fire that simply freezes current lines in place," allowing Putin to "rest, rearm, and reattack - that is not a just and lasting peace," the top U.S diplomat said.
Temporary ceasefire reached in Sudan fighting, U.S. says
The seven-day ceasefire, which was brokered by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, will take effect Monday, officials said.
Israel, Islamic militants reach ceasefire agreement
After five days of violence which left at least 33 Palestinians and two Israelis dead, Israel and the Islamic Jihad militant group have reached a ceasefire agreement, it was announced Saturday.
Sudan conflict ongoing amid cease-fire talks
Fighting escalated Wednesday in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, as talks between the rival groups continue in Saudi Arabia. U.S. negotiators are "cautiously optimistic" about a possible short-term cease-fire to allow humanitarian aid into the country, Under Secretary of State Victoria Nuland told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Wednesday. BBC News correspondent Barbara Plett Usher joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest developments.
Sudan's warring generals agree "in principle" to 7-day ceasefire
Neighboring South Sudan says the two sides have accepted a plan to enter peace talks that includes a week-long ceasefire.
2 Sudan generals are at war with each other. Here's what to know.
The death toll has climbed to over 500 as the fighting in Sudan continues despite shaky ceasefires.
Second American killed in Sudan amid fighting, U.S. says
U.S. officials say a second American citizen was killed in Sudan as fighting continues despite a ceasefire. CBS News anchors Errol Barnett and Roxana Saberi spoke with Chad country director for the International Rescue Committee, Aleksandra Roulet-Cimpric, about the refugee situation.
Violence in Sudan continues amid casualties
The White House has demanded that warring parties in Sudan adhere to an immediate ceasefire. Thousands continue to flee Sudan amid escalating violence. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
What's next for Sudan after 72-hour ceasefire
Peace has temporarily been brokered between government and paramilitary forces in Sudan as the U.S. began evacuating diplomats and willing private citizens from the conflicted west African nation. Jacqueline Burns, former adviser to the U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan and also a senior policy analyst at the Rand Corporation, joined with her read on the situation.
What to know about the conflict in Sudan
Rival generals in Sudan reportedly agreed to a 24-hour ceasefire following multiple days of fighting and an attack on a U.S. diplomatic convoy. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin gives more insight into the fighting.
Special Report: Biden on Mideast cease-fire
President Biden spoke at the White House about a new cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas. The halt in fighting, brokered by Egypt, followed intense pressure from the White House to bring an end to 11 days of deadly violence. Norah O'Donnell anchors a CBS News Special Report from Washington with Holly Williams in Tel Aviv and Ed O'Keefe at the White House.
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5/23: Face the Nation
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Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Ohio man charged with threatening to kill Vance, processing child abuse files
An Ohio man has been charged with threatening to kill Vice President JD Vance while he was visiting his home state last month.
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Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
Friday's attack was the deadliest suicide bombing in Islamabad in nearly 20 years.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Winter Olympics kick off with opening cermony
The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics marked its official start on Friday with an opening ceremony that included the traditional Parade of Nations and performances from Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli. "CBS Saturday Morning" goes inside the event.
Three sisters chase Olympic dream
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Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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