Israel pushes back at mounting U.S., European criticism over Gaza war
Israel vows to push ahead with Rafah offensive in Gaza, and pushes back at mounting criticism from the U.S. and Europe.
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Israel continuing plans to invade Rafah
As Israel plans an invasion of Hamas’ stronghold in Rafah, hundreds of thousands of Gaza civilians are on the brink of starvation and could wind up the crossfire. The U.S. and other allies of Israel are warning of a possible disaster, but Israeli leaders say they have a plan. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay is in Tel Aviv.
U.S. "cautiously optimistic" about cease-fire
The White House says it is "cautiously optimistic" about a cease-fire in Gaza after a new Hamas proposal called for a six-week pause in fighting. Israel rejected the proposal, but said it will send a team of negotiators to Qatar this week.
First maritime aid shipment reaches Gaza
The first maritime aid shipment has reached Gaza, bringing 200 tons of desperately needed food to the war-ravaged territory. The move comes amid a deepening rift between President Joe Biden and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. On Friday, Netanyahu approved an Israeli military plan for a ground invasion of Rafah, which the White House said it had not been briefed on and could not support without a credible proposal to limit civilian loss.
Netanyahu approves Rafah military plans
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved plans for a ground offensive expansion into Rafah, CBS News has learned. This comes as sources say there may be some movement forward in negotiations for a temporary cease-fire in Gaza. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports.
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More cease-fire talks as aid rushes into Gaza
A top White House official says he's cautiously optimistic that cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas are moving in the right direction. Chris Livesay reports on what Hamas is proposing and efforts to get more aid into the Gaza Strip.
Biden praises Schumer's "good speech" criticizing Netanyahu
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This St. Patrick's Day, Biden faces an Irish backlash over the Gaza war
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Schumer calls for new election in Israel
A longtime supporter of Israel is now criticizing its leadership's approach to the Israel-Hamas war. In a speech on Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer denounced Hamas for its Oct. 7 attack. He also issued a warning about the conduct of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called on Israel to hold a new election.
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The White House could issue new sanctions as early as Thursday against two illegal Israeli outposts in the West Bank, according to a report from Axios. It would be the first time U.S. sanctions have been imposed against entire settlements instead of individuals. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has the latest on the Israel-Hamas war.
Schumer says Netanyahu "has lost his way"
The highest-ranking Jewish elected official in the U.S., Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, called on Thursday for new elections in Israel, saying Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was a "major obstacle to peace" and that he "has lost his way by allowing his political survival to take the precedence over the best interests of Israel."
Schumer calls for new elections in Israel
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the highest-ranking Jewish elected official in the U.S., called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "major obstacle to peace" during an address in the Senate Thursday. Schumer suggested new elections in Israel are the "only way" to determine a path forward after the war against Hamas. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
U.N. agency says staffer killed as Israeli strike hits Gaza food center
The U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, says an Israeli strike hit a food distribution center in Gaza killing a staffer.
Russian report claims Houthis have acquired hypersonic missiles
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Blinken discusses humanitarian aid for Gaza
During a press briefing Wednesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed U.S. efforts to establish a safe corridor for humanitarian aid deliveries in Gaza. Blinken also updated reporters on the ongoing violence and political tensions in Haiti and how U.S. forces will help provide security at the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince.
Violence erupts near Jerusalem
As the holy month of Ramadan gets underway, tensions remain high in the West Bank after violent confrontations between Palestinians and Israeli forces near Jerusalem. The exchange of hostages continues to be a sticking point in negotiations for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more.
U.S. troops head to Gaza for aid port mission
The U.S. has announced plans to construct a sea bridge near Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid, but it could take weeks to be operational. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin got a first-hand look at the ships and troops who will be building a floating pier off Gaza's coast.
U.S.-Israeli soldier confirmed killed during Hamas' Oct. 7 terror attack
Israel's military says Itay Chen, a 19-year-old soldier with dual U.S. nationality thought to have been in captivity, died during Hamas' Oct. 7 attack.
American thought held hostage died Oct. 7
Itay Chen, a 19-year-old American-Israeli soldier who was believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas, was killed during the Oct. 7 attack, Israeli officials say. Five Americans are still believed to be alive and held hostage. Chris Livesay has the latest.
Itay Chen was killed on Oct. 7, IDF says
Israel Defense Forces confirmed Tuesday that Itay Chen, a 19-year-old Israeli soldier with dual Israeli-U.S. nationality, was killed during Hamas' Oct. 7 terror attack in Israel. Officials previously thought Chen was among those believed to have been taken hostage by Hamas on Oct. 7. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
First aid ship sets sail for Gaza
The first aid ship carrying around 200 tons of food departed Cyprus for Gaza Tuesday morning as part of a pilot project to open a new sea route for much-needed aid. BBC News Middle East correspondent Yolande Knell has the details.
Israel likely to face Hamas resistance "for years," U.S. intel assessment says
The unclassified report released Monday by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence noted Israel is likely to face "lingering armed resistance."
Biden splits with Netanyahu on Gaza strategy
Divisions between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the war in Gaza are growing. Netanyahu has repeated his intention to send Israeli forces into the southern Gazan city of Rafah, a move the president says would cross a "red line." Brian Katulis, senior fellow for U.S. foreign policy at the Middle East Institute, joins CBS News to discuss.
Biden-Trump rematch nearly set
President Biden and former President Donald Trump are less than 150 delegates from clinching their respective party nominations. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the details.
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Oman-Iran talks advance on reopening Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Talks between Oman and Iran on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and their respective territorial waterways have made progress, sources said.
Maine Democrats pick Troy Jackson to replace Platner on Senate ballot
Maine Democrats gathered Saturday to select former state Senate President Troy Jackson as the Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner on the ballot.
Thousands of people flee raging wildfires in France and Spain
The fires in Spain and France advanced quickly because of tinderbox conditions worsened by successive heat waves.
Cyclospora outbreak dubbed "lettuce-gate" as health concerns spread across U.S.
Americans say they aren't convinced the cyclospora outbreak is under control as confirmed cases near 2,000.
Typhoon Noul hits southern China as more than 700,000 evacuate, flights canceled
Typhoon Noul is battering southern China and Hong Kong with winds and heavy rain.
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of helping Iran target U.S. bases with satellite images
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Trump cracks jokes at White House Correspondents' Dinner redo
President Trump cracked jokes at the redo of the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Friday night, after an armed assailant upended April's dinner.
Trump orders signs placed outside Smithsonian warning of "inaccurate" information
President Trump ordered federal officials to install signs outside the National Museum of American History that correct what he says is "inaccurate" information presented by the institution about American history.
ChatGPT now has a space for sharing medical records. Should you?
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Family's battle for justice has impacted victims' rights
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Cyclospora outbreak dubbed "lettuce-gate" as health concerns spread across U.S.
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4th firefighter dies from burn injuries battling Colorado's Knowles wildfire
Nathan Matthews, 43, of Lincoln, Nebraska, died from injuries sustained while battling the blaze, the Department of the Interior said.
Man, 83, who went missing near Grand Canyon rescued after overnight search
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Paramount to delay Warner Bros. merger until as late as June 2027
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Trump says U.S. to investigate EU trade practices over tech company fines
President Trump accused the European Union of "robbing" American companies and taxpayers.
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Ford recalls more than half a million Bronco vehicles over engine fire risk
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Zelenskyy accuses Russia of helping Iran target U.S. bases with satellite images
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Maine Democrats pick Troy Jackson to replace Platner on Senate ballot
Maine Democrats gathered Saturday to select former state Senate President Troy Jackson as the Senate nominee to replace Graham Platner on the ballot.
Substance in work van of man killed by ICE tested negative for drugs, prosecutor says
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Trump orders signs placed outside Smithsonian warning of "inaccurate" information
President Trump ordered federal officials to install signs outside the National Museum of American History that correct what he says is "inaccurate" information presented by the institution about American history.
Trump flew from Turkey on older plane after credible threat from Iran and proxies
President Trump departed the NATO summit in Turkey on an old Air Force One jet following a credible threat from Iran and allied proxy groups, U.S. officials told CBS News.
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Cyclospora outbreak dubbed "lettuce-gate" as health concerns spread across U.S.
Americans say they aren't convinced the cyclospora outbreak is under control as confirmed cases near 2,000.
Confusion around cyclosporiasis outbreak
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Grandfather with pancreatic cancer beats the odds with clinical trial
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Brazil denies visa requests to U.S. officials ahead of upcoming elections
Brazil's Foreign Ministry says it denied visas to two U.S. State Department officials who sought to travel to the South American nation next week.
Suspect in Berlin LGBTQ+ parade attack has ties to Islamic "circles," police say
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Zelenskyy accuses Russia of helping Iran target U.S. bases with satellite images
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Typhoon Noul hits southern China as more than 700,000 evacuate, flights canceled
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Small plane crashes into family home in Germany, killing at least 1
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Paramount to delay Warner Bros. merger until as late as June 2027
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Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
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SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
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Family's battle for justice has impacted victims' rights
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WHCA scholarship recipients relive shooting
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Georgia school shooting suspect pleads guilty
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