Israel condemned over "warning shots" fired near diplomats in West Bank
Israel faces calls from more than 12 nations, including allies, to explain why forces opened fire as a large delegation of diplomats visited the occupied West Bank.
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Pope calls for "sufficient humanitarian aid" and end of war in Gaza
Pope Leo XIV says the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, "the heartbreaking price of which is paid by children, the elderly, the sick," must end and food must be allowed in.
Netanyahu says even his allies can't take "images of mass famine" in Gaza
Israel lets limited aid into Gaza, easing its blockade as Netanyahu says his allies can't tolerate "images of mass famine" in the war-torn Palestinian territory.
Hostage Edan Alexander's parents share the joy of a long-awaited reunion
Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander's parents talk about learning their long wait was over, a joyous reunion, and their anxiety for 58 other families.
World leaders threaten Israel over Gaza
The leaders of France, Britain and Canada threatened Israel with "concrete actions" if it continues its strikes in Gaza and doesn't lift humanitarian aid restrictions. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.
5/12: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," Secretary of State Antony Blinken joins Margaret Brennan as America's relationship with Israel faces a serious stress test this week, with a new U.S. report that says it is “reasonable to assess” that Israel violated international law in its war with Hamas. Plus, a story about how a group of special operations veterans helped a fellow service member's family get their mother out of war-torn Gaza.
Israel to allow basic aid into Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says basic aid will be allowed into Gaza after mounting international pressure. This comes as Israel's military ground offensive in the Palestinian territory expands. CBS News' Debora Patta reports.
Israel strikes pound Gaza, killing dozens and forcing a main hospital to close
The bloodshed followed the launch of a new Israeli military operation aimed at putting more pressure on Hamas to release hostages.
Israel launches new ground operation in Gaza
Israel says its forces have launched new, extensive ground operations in Gaza with thousands of reservists called up for support. Debora Patta is in Tel Aviv with the latest.
U.S. negotiators working for Gaza ceasefire
As U.S. diplomatic negotiators are working to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, as Israel has stepped up the war in Gaza. Debora Patta reports from Tel Aviv.
Israel launches new offensive to pressure Hamas to release hostages
The Israeli military said the new offensive in Gaza will not stop until the hostages are returned and Hamas is dismantled.
Israel intensifies war in Gaza with new offensive
There is a renewed push by mediators from the U.S. and Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire talks as Israel has intensified its war in Gaza. Debora Patta reports.
Food scarce in Gaza
As the Israeli humanitarian blockage of Gaza enters its third month, President Trump said people are starving in the territory. Debora Patta reports from Tel Aviv on the dire situation facing Gaza's population as food supplies are running out.
Trump says U.S. will stop Gaza war as death toll reportedly hits 53,000
As health officials in Hamas-run Gaza put death toll over 53,000, Trump says, "we're going to get that taken care of. A lot of people are starving."
Israel strikes Gaza hospital
There are no signs of an Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal coming to fruition, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not currently part of President Trump's schedule while he visits the Middle East. This comes as Israel continues to strike the Palestinian territory. Debora Patta reports.
Former ambassador to Israel on Trump
President Trump is pitching regional stability and global investment during his trip to the Middle East, the first foreign policy visit of his second term. Notably, a trip to Israel, now 19 months into its conflict with Hamas militants, is not on his schedule. Daniel Shapiro, U.S. ambassador to Israel during the Obama administration, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Hamas releases U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander
The American dual national Edan Alexander has been handed over by Hamas more than 19 months after he was taken hostage.
Latest on Edan Alexander's release from Hamas
Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage who was being held in Gaza. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has more.
Details on Edan Alexander release
After more than 19 months in Hamas captivity, Israel-American hostage Edan Alexander has been released. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that and Qatar's donation of a jumbo jet for President Trump to use as a presidential plane.
Hamas releases Edan Alexander
Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage held by Hamas, has been released, according to Hamas. Alexander was kidnapped during the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel. John Dickerson anchored this CBS News special report.
How a group of vets helped a mother get out of Gaza
Zahra Skaik, a 44-year-old Palestinian woman who fled Gaza City, escaped the war thanks to her American sons – one of whom is a specialist in the U.S. Army. Margaret Brennan sat down with Skaik recently as she described how she left Gaza with nothing but a small backpack and the same clothes she had been wearing since the war began.
Face the Nation: Cotton, Van Hollen
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas tells "Face the Nation" that it is different from actions taken by President Ronald Reagan in the 1980s." "Israel is fighting a war of survival against a terrorist group that committed the worst atrocity against Jews since World War II," he added, Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland tells "Face the Nation" that the Biden administration has set a "very low bar for what's acceptable" from Israel in a report on that country's use of U.S. weapons in the war against Hamas, and Zahra Skaik, a 44-year-old Palestinian woman living in Gaza City, escaped the war thanks to her sons – one of whom is an infantryman in the U.S. army. Margaret Brennan sat down with Skaik recently as she described how she left Gaza with nothing but a small backpack and the same clothes she had been wearing since the war began.
Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine, Gaza
At the Vatican on Monday, Pope Leo XIV greeted reporters who covered his historic election, saying free speech is "a precious gift." In his first Sunday address, the pope called for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all hostages. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more.
The challenges facing Gaza's wounded children
As the Israel-Hamas war continues, many children in Gaza are facing hunger and devastating injuries. Some, medevaced to Qatar, are learning to live without limbs, and often without their families.
Why not to bank on Trump's $5,000 dividends happening
President Trump pledged $5,000 dividends to all American adults if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
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Iran strikes U.S. jets after Trump promises war to end after midterms
U.S. jets were hit by Iranian missiles while parked at a base in Jordan, sources tell CBS News, while Trump said the war will end "immediately" after midterms.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
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Stella Parton says her sister Dolly was prepared and at peace when she died
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
George W. Bush says Americans "don't pay attention to the lesson of 9/11"
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Appeals court declines to lift block on Postal Service rule for mail ballots
A federal appeals court denied the Trump administration's request to lift a lower court's order that blocked new rules for mail ballots before the midterms.
The OpenAI-Hugging Face hack was just the beginning, experts say
"What happens inside frontier AI companies now clearly affects everyone outside of them," an expert said following the hack on Hugging Face by AI agents being tested by OpenAI.
U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world"
21 Afghan girls, bravely defying the Taliban by continuing to study, handed CBS News letters containing their stifled, often humble dreams "for an ordinary life."
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Appeals court declines to lift block on Postal Service rule for mail ballots
A federal appeals court denied the Trump administration's request to lift a lower court's order that blocked new rules for mail ballots before the midterms.
Why not to bank on Trump's $5,000 dividends happening
President Trump pledged $5,000 dividends to all American adults if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
Daughters of 9/11 victims seek answers about accused mastermind's trial
A new documentary, "Daughters of 9/11," follows their pursuit of information and closure, which they were determined to find for themselves, other families who lost loved ones in the attacks and the American public.
George W. Bush says Americans "don't pay attention to the lesson of 9/11"
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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Why not to bank on Trump's $5,000 dividends happening
President Trump pledged $5,000 dividends to all American adults if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
Humans "close to being outsmarted" by superintelligence, AI expert says
Rapid developments in AI are prompting concerns about "superintelligence." Here's why some experts are worried.
Feds to buy up to $6 billion in Treasury bonds. Here's why.
Wall Street analysts are skeptical that the Treasury Department's bond purchases can curb yields and lower U.S. borrowing costs.
Apple unveils new foldable iPhone and more new devices
Apple introduced the iPhone 18 at its annual tech showcase and unveiled its first foldable phone.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
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Appeals court declines to lift block on Postal Service rule for mail ballots
A federal appeals court denied the Trump administration's request to lift a lower court's order that blocked new rules for mail ballots before the midterms.
Why not to bank on Trump's $5,000 dividends happening
President Trump pledged $5,000 dividends to all American adults if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate. You may not be able to take that to the bank.
George W. Bush says Americans "don't pay attention to the lesson of 9/11"
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Supreme Court blocks Missouri from using new map favoring GOP in fall elections
The Supreme Court said Missouri must use a 2022 congressional map — not a new congressional map that favors Republicans — in the 2026 midterm elections.
Prosecutor who withdrew from dismissed Adani bribery case fired, sources say
Andrew Tyler, who worked in the fraud section of the Criminal Division of DOJ, was removed Tuesday over allegations of ethical violations, sources said.
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Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.
A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
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Spain's spy agency warned of Ceuta border breach plans before crisis, declassified files show
Spain's national intelligence agency issued multiple warnings about a potential mass crossing of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, declassified documents show.
25 people killed in fire on cargo ship docked in China, state media reports
The deadly fire broke out when the cargo ship was docked for repairs at a major shipping hub on China's northeastern coast.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Deadly fire on ferry off Philippines leaves dozens of people missing
A fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines left dozens of people missing and killed at least five. An intense and widespread search was on for the unaccounted for.
Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
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Sandra Bullock, Lee Pace on "Practical Magic 2"
Sandra Bullock and Lee Pace sat down with Adriana Diaz to discuss "Practical Magic 2," which premieres Friday.
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Stella Parton says her sister Dolly was prepared and at peace when she died
Stella Parton gives insight into her sister Dolly Parton's marriage, makeup habits and views on death in an exclusive CBS News interview.
Dolly Parton's sister on star's life, death
Dolly Parton's sister, Stella, sits down with Gayle King for her first interview since Dolly's death to discuss her sister's legendary life. Stella Parton says the country star was "definitely prepared" and at peace when she died last month.
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte shares new pieces
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte joins "The Daily Report" to discuss pieces in his new collection as New York Fashion Week kicks off.
Dolly Parton's sister on the private funeral
Two weeks after her death at 80, a new song from Dolly Parton was released called "Bound to Ride," as part of an upcoming tribute album to the Stanley Brothers. Gayle King spoke exclusively with Dolly Parton's younger sister in an interview that will air on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
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The OpenAI-Hugging Face hack was just the beginning, experts say
"What happens inside frontier AI companies now clearly affects everyone outside of them," an expert said following the hack on Hugging Face by AI agents being tested by OpenAI.
Breaking down Anthropic insiders' AI warnings
Former and current Anthropic employees issued public warnings this week about the risks of AI development, saying it has the potential to kill all humans. The Atlantic CEO Nick Thompson joins with more.
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.
Apple launches its first foldable phone
Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone on Wednesday, weeks after new CEO John Ternus took over. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Another Anthropic model gained access to open internet during testing
Anthropic announced a fourth cybersecurity incident in which Claude gained access to the open internet during testing.
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First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
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Video shows attempted murder in Ohio
A potential killing was caught on camera in Ohio and was revealed at the trial of a man found guilty of attempting to shoot his wife in a crowded restaurant. Mark Strassmann reports.
Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Reddington Weighs In
In the wake of the mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex share new reporting from inside the courtroom, exclusive juror insights, and behind-the-scenes details of the dramatic final courtroom moments. Plus, we learn what's next as the Plymouth County District Attorney's Office weighs its options.
Breaking down Lindsay Clancy attorney's plans
Kevin Reddington, Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, sat down with "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday, where he said he plans to ask for the case to be thrown out. Caroline Polisi breaks down his statements.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer on her future
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer Kevin Reddington told "CBS Mornings" that he plans to file a motion for her case to be thrown out after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
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.
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.
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Push to finish a New Jersey 9/11 memorial
Advocates for New Jersey's "Empty Sky" 9/11 memorial say the monument has fallen into disrepair and needs to be completed. First responder Kathe Conlon explains why the memorial matters and remembers her team's rescue efforts after the September 11, 2001, attacks.
Trump on "great conversation" with Putin
Russian attacks continue to ravage Ukraine. President Trump says he spoke with President Vladimir Putin about ending the war. Plus, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's plane was nearly struck by a Russian drone, according to Norway's prime minister. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
"60 Minutes" reports on Iran war, downed jet
President Trump says the Iran war will not end before the midterm elections conclude. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about the conflict for "60 Minutes."
Preview of "Daughters of 9/11"
A new Paramount+ documentary "Daughters of 9/11" digs into the investigation into the alleged mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Two women who lost their fathers in the tragedy, Elizabeth Miller and Jessica Trant, join "CBS Mornings," along with former FBI special agent Frank Pellegrino to talk about 25 years since the terror attacks.
Oil hovers above $100 a barrel
Oil prices continue to climb as the U.S. and Iran trade strikes. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports on the key inflation indicators expected next.