What to know about Iran's control over Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil trade route
As U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities drive fears of retaliation, it remains to be seen whether Iran will try to block oil trade via the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran threatens to close Strait of Hormuz
Iran could attempt to shut down the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's key oil transit points, following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. The Strait's closing would directly impact international oil prices, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio says that would be "suicidal" for Iran. CBS News business contributor Javier David has the latest.
Latest on U.S. bombing Iran nuclear sites
The U.S. carried out a military strike targeting several Iranian nuclear sites. The Department of Homeland Security has issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin on Sunday, warning of a "heightened threat environment" following the strikes. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest from the White House, while Ramy Inocencio has updates on the Middle East. Also, Eric Lob, an associate professor of politics and international relations at Florida International University, has more on the state of the Middle East after the strikes.
How the U.S. carried out strikes on Iran
The Pentagon dubbed the mission to carry out U.S. strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities "Operation Midnight Hammer", which included the use of seven B-2 Spirit bombers. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more.
How Iran could retaliate after U.S. strikes
CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd, who is also a former Department of Homeland Security assistant secretary for counterterrorism, speaks with "CBS Mornings" about the U.S. strikes on Iran, potential retaliation and what to know about the threat to Americans following the attack.
Israel, Iran continue to trade strikes
Countries in the Middle East have criticized the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, calling for diplomacy. Meanwhile, Israel and Iran have continued to trade strikes. CBS News' Debora Patta has more.
B-2 bombers from Iran mission return to Missouri
President Trump confirmed Sunday that the pilots of B-2 bombers who carried out the U.S. military strikes in Iran have safely returned to the U.S.
Pentagon reveals new details on Iran strikes, named Operation Midnight Hammer
Operation Midnight Hammer included seven B-2 Spirit bombers, 125 total aircraft and more than 75 precision-guided weapons, the Joint Chiefs chairman said.
U.S. launches strikes on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities, Trump says
President Trump told the nation that "Iran's key nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally obliterated."
Trump calls U.S. strikes on Iran a "spectacular military success"
President Trump announced earlier Saturday night that the U.S. had launched strikes against three Iranian nuclear sites.
Satellite photos show aftermath of U.S. strikes on Iran nuclear sites
Satellite photos show the aftermath of U.S. strikes that dropped 30,000-pound "bunker-buster" bombs on Iran's Fordo nuclear facility and hit the Natanz and Isfahan sites.
More than 20 wounded as Iran fires missiles at Israel after U.S. strikes
Israeli medics say Iranian missiles fired in the wake of the first U.S. strikes on the Islamic Republic's nuclear facilities left more than 20 people wounded.
A look at the history between Iran and the U.S.
Jericka Duncan shares a recap of the checkered history between the U.S. and Iran.
U.S. troops in Middle East on alert
Iran has signaled it will retaliate against U.S. forces in the Middle East following the bombing of its nuclear facilities. Holly Williams has more on what that could mean.
FBI, DHS prepare for possible attacks on U.S.
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News the FBI and Department of Homeland Security will host a call with governors and other law enforcement to brief them on possible attacks amid a "heightened threat environment" following the U.S. strike on Iran. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Israel, Iran still trading missile strikes
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked President Trump following the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. Iran and Israel continues to trade missile attacks in the aftermath of the U.S. operation. Debora Patta has more.
How lawmakers are reacting to the strikes on Iran
The White House spent much of Sunday defending the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities. While Republicans largely praised the strikes, Democrats were more critical. Willie James Inman reports.
Breaking down the U.S. strike on Iran
The B-2 pilots who carried out the strikes against three of Iran's nuclear facilities returned to the U.S. Sunday evening. Charlie D'Agata goes through how the operation was conducted.
World leaders react to U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear sites
Hamas and the Houthis vow retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iran, as reaction from most world leaders focuses on dialogue and deescalation.
Karim Sadjadpour on Iran and Israel
On Friday, before President Trump's strike on Iranian nuclear sites, Margaret Brennan sat down with Karim Sadjadpour. He's a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. They spoke about how the Iranian people are reacting to the war.
Lawmakers respond to U.S. launching strikes on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities
Congress members offered a split response after President Trump's announcement that the U.S. had launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities.
Former CENTCOM chief on Iran strikes
Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, the former commander of U.S. Central Command, discusses the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, and what comes next.
Kaine: Congress wasn't consulted on Iran strike
"The United States should not be in an offensive war against Iran without a vote of Congress. The Constitution is completely clear on it," Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia said.
Face the Nation: Kaine, Khanna, Massie
Missed the second half of the show? Sen. Tim Kaine discusses U.S. strikes on Iran, and two members of Congress with very different political ideologies are united now when it comes to U.S. intervention in a war between Iran and Israel.
Middle East braces for Iranian response to U.S. strikes
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from Irbil, Iraq, on the regional response to U.S. strikes on three nuclear sites inside Iran.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Brown shooting manhunt continues as mayor urges people to share tips
Authorities released a person of interest after determining that the evidence "points in a different direction."
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
Brian Walshe convicted of first-degree murder in wife's death
A jury has found Massachusetts man Brian Walshe guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana Walshe.
Brown University shooting victims identified
The two people who were killed in a shooting at Brown University on Saturday have been identified as students Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov.
"Australia's not a home for Jews anymore," Bondi victim's daughter says
Sheina Gutnick's dad came to Australia to escape persecution for his Jewish faith, and his murder in Bondi has left her feeling "betrayed by the government."
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
Hollywood stars, politicians react to deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife
Tributes and condolences have poured in for the prolific director, actor and activist Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead Sunday in their home in Los Angeles.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
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Army identifies two American soldiers killed in attack in Syria
Two members of the Iowa National Guard and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria on Saturday after an ISIS gunman ambushed them, according to the Pentagon.
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
Brown shooting manhunt continues as mayor urges people to share tips
Authorities released a person of interest after determining that the evidence in the Brown University shooting "points in a different direction."
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Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
A guide to "Made in America" holiday gifts, state by state
The Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, promoting products made in the U.S., includes more than 150 companies from all 50 states. For small business owners, being included in this year's gift guide feels close to a Christmas miracle.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
In 2025, more than 1.1 million Americans were laid off from their jobs, the most since the COVID pandemic, even as corporate profits remain high. Business experts discuss the reasons why companies resort to layoffs.
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Army identifies two American soldiers killed in attack in Syria
Two members of the Iowa National Guard and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria on Saturday after an ISIS gunman ambushed them, according to the Pentagon.
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado and Sen. Bill Cassidy join Margaret Brennan.
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He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
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"Australia's not a home for Jews anymore," Bondi victim's daughter says
Sheina Gutnick's dad came to Australia to escape persecution for his Jewish faith, and his murder in Bondi has left her feeling "betrayed by the government."
Army identifies two American soldiers killed in attack in Syria
Two members of the Iowa National Guard and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria on Saturday after an ISIS gunman ambushed them, according to the Pentagon.
Rabbis, a young girl and a Holocaust survivor among Bondi Beach victims
Family and friends say Rabbi Eli Schlanger, who helped plan the targeted Hanukkah event on Bondi Beach, was among the 15 people killed.
Parents recall panic as they lost track of daughter during Bondi attack
Wayne and Vanessa Miller's little girls were "having an absolute ball" at a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach, before gunmen shattered the joy.
Leaders say Australia needs tougher gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
For the second time in 3 decades, Australian leaders have vowed to respond quickly to a mass shooting with tighter gun ownership laws.
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Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
From the archives: Rob Reiner
In this Aug. 15, 2010 "Sunday Morning" profile, actor, writer and director Rob Reiner talked with Russ Mitchell about starring in the classic sitcom "All in the Family," and directing such hits as "Stand By Me," "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally" and "A Few Good Men."
Hollywood stars, politicians react to deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife
Tributes and condolences have poured in for the prolific director, actor and activist Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead Sunday in their home in Los Angeles.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Members of rock band Kiss on road to fame
The legendary rock band Kiss, a Kennedy Center honoree this year, has sold more than 100 million records worldwide. Founding members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley talk about their road to stardom.
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Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
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.
What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
College grads struggling to launch careers
New York Times reporter Jodi Kantor's upcoming book "How to Start" looks at the difficulties of beginning your career. Kantor joins "The Takeout" to unpack some of the difficulties college students face, artificial intelligence and more.
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Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
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Officials seek help in Brown University probe
The FBI and police are asking anyone who may have more video evidence or tips relating to the deadly shooting at Brown University. A person of interest was released Sunday night. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison has more.
Police: Reiner's son booked on murder charges
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife, was arrested and booked on murder charges in his parents' deaths, Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said. The Hollywood icon and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home late Sunday afternoon.
Brian Walshe convicted of first-degree murder
A jury found Brian Walshe guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana on New Year's Day in 2023 in their Massachusetts home. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins with more details.
Brown University student describes shooting
Refath Bari, a physics student in the master's program at Brown University, told CBS News 24/7 that he ran as fast as he could after he realized he was hearing gunshots on Saturday. He described it as a "mass scramble."
Brown University victims identified
The two students killed in the Brown University shooting have been identified as Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov. Police are still searching for the gunman after they released a person of interest on Sunday. CBS News' Jarred Hill has the latest details.
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Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
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U.S. soldiers killed in Syria attack ID'd
The U.S. soldiers who were killed in an attack on U.S. and Syrian forces near Palmyra have been identified as Sgt. William Nathanial Howard and Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres Tovar. President Trump vowed retaliation after the attacks. CBS News' Willie James Inman has more.
Congress gears up for busy week
Congress is readying itself for a busy week as the House is set to vote on a GOP-led health care plan and the Senate is set to debate the National Defense Authorization Act. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Officials seek help in Brown University probe
The FBI and police are asking anyone who may have more video evidence or tips relating to the deadly shooting at Brown University. A person of interest was released Sunday night. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison has more.
Details on Nick Reiner's arrest
Nick Reiner, a son of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges for their killings, Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said Monday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Condé Nast Traveler releases 2026 Gold List
Condé Nast Traveler released its 2026 Gold List, offering recommendations on where to book next year's travel. Erin Florio, the global features director for Condé Nast Traveler, joins with more.