Would Israel try to kill Iran's leader, and what would it mean?
Israel's prime minister has declined to rule out assassinating Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. President Trump says he'd be an "easy target," and "our patience is wearing thin."
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Massie looks to limit U.S. involvement in Iran
Senate Republicans are expected to continue debating President Trump's House-passed budget bill. Meanwhile, Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky said he plans to introduce a resolution to prohibit the U.S. from getting involved in the Israel-Iran conflict. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
Trumps wants an end to Iran nuclear program
President Trump told reporters on Monday that he wants a "real end" to Iran's nuclear program amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Mr. Trump also wrote in a social media post that "everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!" CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest.
Israel doesn't rule out killing Iran's leader
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made it clear that he would like to see regime change in Iran, and he hasn't ruled out assassinating the country's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio looks at that possibility, and what it might mean for the raging Israel-Iran war, and the region.
Can Iran's nuclear program be stopped?
After five days of attacks, Israeli forces say they've hit key military and nuclear sites inside Iran. But experts question whether the damage is enough to achieve Israel's long-term goal of halting Iran's nuclear ambitions. Holly Williams reports from the Iran-Iraq border.
Israel and Iran trade strikes for 5th day
Israel and Iran continued trading air attacks as the conflict entered its fifth day. President Trump is expected to spend the day monitoring the conflict in the Situation Room at the White House. CBS News' Debora Patta has updates from Tel Aviv, while Ed O'Keefe has the latest from the White House. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio also joins with more on the Middle East.
Trump heads to Situation Room
President Trump left the G7 summit early amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. Mr. Trump then warned that "everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!" in a social media post. He is expected to spend Tuesday in the Situation Room at the White House. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Courtney Kealy have the latest.
Trump cuts Canada trip short due to "what's going on in the Middle East"
President Trump is cutting short his trip to the G7 summit in Canada due to the Middle East conflict.
Israel strikes Iranian state TV, warns people to evacuate Tehran
Israel attacked Iranian state television after Iran fired another wave of missiles at Israel on the fourth day of open warfare between the regional foes.
Iran, Israel trade strikes as conflict intensifies
The conflict between Israel and Iran intensified through the weekend. After several days of attacks, the Iranian Ministry of Health says 224 people have been killed by Israeli airstrikes. In Israel, officials say 24 people have died in Iran's missile attacks, mainly on the cities of Tel Aviv and Bat Yam. Debora Patta reports. Nancy Cordes has more on the White House reaction.
Why Trump didn't sign G7 statement on Iran
President Trump attended a G7 summit in Canada on Monday, where he discussed the Israel-Iran conflict, but did not join other world leaders in signing a joint statement calling for de-escalation. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Trump leaving G7 summit early
President Trump is cutting his time at the G7 summit short, returning to the White House Monday night because of "what's going on in the Middle East." CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Israel-Iran conflict continues into 4th day
Israel says it attacked the headquarters of Iran's state television on Monday, which was captured during a live broadcast. The Israeli military had earlier warned people in the capital of Tehran to evacuate. CBS News' Holly Williams and Eleanor Watson report.
Israel-Iran conflict looming over G7 summit
In Canada, President Trump met on Monday with the world's top democracies as a trade war he started brings the prospect of new deals or continued global economic uncertainty. On the trip, Mr. Trump said Iran wants to negotiate as Israel continues its aerial assault on the nation. CBS News' Holly Williams, Nancy Cordes and Robert Costa have the latest.
Israel-Iran conflict raising oil price risks
Wall Street is reacting to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Iranian state TV hit by Israeli strike
Israel and Iran exchanged airstrikes for a fourth day Monday. One Israeli strike on Iran hit a state-run television station. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
Officials: Trump won't sign G7-Iran statement
U.S. officials say President Trump won't sign a G7 statement on Iran that discusses monitoring Iran, calls for both Israel and Iran to protect civilians, and re-ups commitments to peace. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
State Department order about Israeli strikes
CBS News has learned the State Department is instructing embassies to relay information that the U.S. is not involved in Israeli strikes on Iran. CBS News' Holly Williams and Olivia Gazis have the latest.
Trump on Iran, Putin and G7
President Trump on Monday spoke about Iran and Russia at the start of the G7 summit. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
Trump on Iran's stalled nuclear talks
President Trump says the Iranians want to talk with the U.S. to de-escalate tensions with Israel, but insisted there were 60 days to chat before an Israeli operation targeted Iran's nuclear program. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
How will G7 leaders receive Trump
President Trump is meeting with other world leaders in Canada at the G7 summit during a period of global tensions. Max Bergmann, a director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News with more.
U.S. role in the Israel-Iran conflict
Israel would likely need U.S. weapons to target some of Iran's nuclear facilities. CBS News' Ellee Watson has more.
Missile hits near U.S. Embassy in Israel
Iran and lsrael traded more attacks over night with one missile landing near the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has the latest on the fighting.
What to expect from the G7 summit
The annual Group of Seven summit kicks off Monday in Alberta, Canada. World leaders are expected to focus discussions on tariffs, conflict in the Middle East and the Russia-Ukraine war. CBS News' Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Trump on Israel-Iran conflict
President Trump took questions from reporters during the G7 summit in Canada. Mr. Trump commented on reports of Iran looking to de-escalate the conflict with Israel, and talked about Russia exiting the G8. CSB News' Natalie Brand has more.
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President Trump warns he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave," two days before the expected signing of a deal that remains vaguely defined.
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Trump puts Jay Clayton's nomination for intel chief on hold
The president says he's trying to force Congress to pass a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support to be approved.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
Trump to hold news conference to conclude G7 summit in France
President Trump is set to hold a news conference to wrap up the Group of Seven summit in France on Wednesday.
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Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
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Trump to hold news conference to conclude G7 summit in France
President Trump is set to hold a news conference to wrap up the Group of Seven summit in France on Wednesday.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
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Trump to hold news conference to conclude G7 summit in France
President Trump is set to hold a news conference to wrap up the Group of Seven summit in France on Wednesday.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
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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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Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
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U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
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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.
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