Biden heads to U.N. General Assembly amid tensions with France
President Biden will be addressing the United Nations General Assembly for the first time.
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President Biden will be addressing the United Nations General Assembly for the first time.
President Biden is facing an array of global challenges ahead of his speech tomorrow to the United Nations General Assembly, especially when it comes to Afghanistan. The family of civilians killed in a mistaken U.S. drone strike Kabul are calling for an investigation, compensation and relocation to a safe country. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to explain the latest developments as well as new details on the diplomatic dispute between France and the U.S.
French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to speak with President Biden in the next few days to discuss the diplomatic crisis between France and the U.S. Tensions have escalated between the two countries over the Biden administration's trilateral security deal with Australia involving the United Kingdom. French Ambassador to the U.S. Gérard Araud joins Lana Zak's on CBSN to discuss the fallout.
France wants an explanation over the the surprise end to a 2016 contract worth at least $66 billion with Australia to build 12 conventional diesel-electric submarines
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic causing so much of the world to virtually grind to a halt last year, the U.N. said that didn't slow the pace of climate change. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron announced the death of the leader of an ISIS offshoot known as the Islamic State and the Greater Sahara, and Russian President Vladimir Putin is self-isolating after dozens of people in his inner circle fell ill with the coronavirus. Also, the U.S., U.K. and Australia announced a historic Asia-Pacific security pact allowing Australia to build nuclear-powered submarines for the first time, which is seen as an effort to counter China's rapidly rising influence in the region. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joined "CBSN AM" from London with those international headlines.
French President Emmanuel Macron tweeted that Adnan Abu al-Walid al-Sahrawi "was neutralized by French forces," but gave no further details.
The Biden administration's withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan has been met with criticism worldwide. In this week's installment of "London Calling," CBS News contributor Simon Bates explains why leaders in Europe may be looking to each other for stronger alliances.
European leaders are reacting to the Taliban gaining control of Afghanistan. Members of a Myanmar separatist group are accused of killing 25 people. New Zealand's prime minister announces a lockdown after one COVID-19 case. And the "Godfather of Sudoku" Maki Kaji dies at age 69. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with headlines from around the world.
President Biden said the "U.S. is back" as he continued his first international trip since taking office. CBS News Chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN's Lana Zak as she traveled with the president.
Public prosecutor accepted 28-year-old's explanation that he struck Emmanuel Macron "without thinking," to "express his unhappiness," but he's still going to jail.
The assailant appears to have cried out a centuries-old royalist war cry before finishing with "Down with Macron."
A gunman who claimed to be with ISIS killed three people in a village in France Friday. The death toll could have been much higher, if not for a hero officer. CBS News correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports.
French President Emmanuel Macron gave world leaders a bleak assessment Tuesday of the fight against climate change. His One Planet Summit marked the second anniversary of the Paris climate accord, which set goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. But as Mark Phillips reports, that hasn't happened yet.
"CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor spoke to French President Emmanuel Macron about climate change, his relationship with Donald Trump and how world leaders agree to disagree.
French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting the One Planet Summit in Paris today. In his first and only American network TV interview, Macron talked to "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor about his relationship with President Trump, Jerusalem and climate change.
More than 50 world leaders are gathering today in Paris for the One Planet Summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. In his first and only U.S. network TV interview, Macron spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor about his differences with President Trump.
CBS News had an extended conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron Monday on a number of issues including terrorism, the future of Jerusalem, and more. We began with the One Planet Summit, which was organized by Macron to focus on climate change following President Trump’s decision to pull the U.S. out of the Paris accord.
"CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor interviewed French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday afternoon. They discussed, among other things, President Trump’s decision to pull the U.S. out of the Paris climate agreement.
Israel is stepping up security after the stabbing of a security guard at a Jerusalem bus station. Protests continued around the world in the wake of President Trump recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital. Amid the violence, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in France to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron. Afterwards, Macron once again criticized the U.S. decision on Jerusalem. "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor joins "CBS This Morning" from Paris, where he will be interviewing Macron. Watch the interview Monday night on "CBS Evening News."
French President Emmanuel Macron was meeting with officials in the Elysee Palace in Paris when his dog, Nemo, responded to the call of nature and cracked everyone up.
President Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron amid growing tensions at home over the Russia investigations. This was Mr. Trump's first visit to Paris after withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate accord. Mark Jacobson, who served as a senior advisor to former Secretary of Defense Ash Carter, joins CBSN to discuss.
President Trump continued to defend his son Thursday in Paris when he was asked about Trump Jr.'s meeting with a Russian lawyer during the campaign. With French President Emmanuel Macron looking on, Mr. Trump was sticking to his story that it was part of the game of politics. Mark Phillips has more.
President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron took questions from reporters after meeting together in Paris Thursday. Trump elaborated on his comments about Russia's meddling in the 2016 U.S. election and his son's meeting with a Russian lawyer. Watch their full remarks.
A pool reporter observed they locked hands for so long that "knuckles started turning white"
President Trump is having a series of high-stakes meetings with European allies in Belgium. The president greeted newly-elected French President Emmanuel Macron at the American ambassador's residence Thursday. Earlier, Mr. Trump met with leaders at European Union headquarters. Margaret Brennan reports.
The president says he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
Iran's foreign minister says Israeli troops can't remain in Lebanon under the pending deal with the U.S.
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
Rick Jackson, the billionaire healthcare executive who grew up in poverty and spent time in Atlanta's public housing projects, has won the Republican runoff for Georgia governor, CBS News projects.
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A business jet with six on board crashed on a Laredo, Texas, highway and caught fire, killing one person and causing chaos as passersby frantically tried to save those inside.
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
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A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
President Trump delayed Jay Clayton's nomination to lead the U.S. intelligence community, saying he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
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Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
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Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
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Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
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Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
Federal prosecutors charged at least five people in connection with an alleged plot to kill the president and countless others at Sunday's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn. Ed O'Keefe reports.
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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