Iran's push to crush its critics abroad
Iranian dissidents living abroad say they’re spied on, as intelligence agencies worldwide accuse Iran of a global campaign to intimidate, abduct, and assassinate its critics and perceived enemies.
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Iranian dissidents living abroad say they’re spied on, as intelligence agencies worldwide accuse Iran of a global campaign to intimidate, abduct, and assassinate its critics and perceived enemies.
The U.S. and Iran are expected to hold a second round of high-stakes talks in Rome this weekend to discuss Tehran's nuclear program. Matthew Bunn, professor of practice of energy, national security and foreign policy at Harvard University, joins to discuss.
The U.S. and Iran are preparing for another round of high-stakes talks. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer talks about the progress, and breaks down the current state of Iran's nuclear program.
Hamas is reportedly reviewing an Israeli proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. This comes as an Israeli airstrike on Kuwaiti Field Hospital in Gaza killed a medic and wounded at least nine others, a hospital spokesperson said. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more on the negotiations and the talks between the U.S. and Iran.
For the first time in eight years, the U.S. and Iran held talks over the weekend centered on Iran's nuclear energy program. Will Todman, senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins "CBS Evening News Plus" to break down the discussions.
The Trump administration says it held positive and constructive nuclear talks with top Iranian officials over the weekend. Ray Takeyh, senior fellow with the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News with key takeaways from the meeting.
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Gen. Frank McKenzie, former commander of U.S. Central Command, tells "Face the Nation" that his "strategic" advice to Israel is that its response to Iran should be "narrow" and have a "definable beginning and a definable end", Samantha Vinograd, CBS News homeland security contributor and former Homeland Security official, tells "Face the Nation" that terrorist organizations have been "using the Israel-Hamas conflict to try to inspire supporters and operatives all around the world to act", and Kristalina Georgieva, International Monetary Fund director, tells "Face the Nation" that the economic impact of the Middle East instability so far has been "somewhat moderate," but "any impact as small as it might be is not desirable in an economy with high uncertainty and inflation still not being brought down to target."
Saturday, the words "constructive" and "positive" were used to describe talks aimed at defusing nuclear tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Leigh Kiniry has the latest on the negotiations.
President Trump posted on social media pushing for more action from Russia to end the war with Ukraine. This comes as envoy Steve Witkoff visits Moscow and then heads to Oman for Iran nuclear program talks. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports.
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff is set to hold talks in Oman with Iran to discuss its nuclear program over the weekend. Brian Katulis, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, joins CBS News with what's at stake.
In the lead-up to talks this weekend, President Trump reiterated his warning that military action was "absolutely" possible if talks failed.
President Trump announced the U.S. will hold talks with Iran on its nuclear program. The announcement came as Mr. Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. CBS News' Courtney Kealy reports.
The U.S. and Iran will soon begin nuclear negotiations, but there already seems to be disagreement between President Trump and Tehran over the nature of the talks. Here's what to know.
President Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday. Netanyahu told reporters he wants to drop all trade barriers with the U.S., but Mr. Trump wasn't willing to commit to the same. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
President Trump announced Monday during a bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the U.S. would have direct talks with Iran this weekend. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro and CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy have the latest on that development and some of the other subjects Mr. Trump discussed.
A growing partnership between China, Russia, Iran and North Korea poses an increasing threat against the U.S. This comes as the group tries to evade sanctions from the West. Timothy W. Martin, the Korea bureau chief at the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more of his reporting on the matter.
As Iran's nuclear program advances, the country's foreign minister says Tehran won't negotiate under President Trump's "maximum pressure."
Indirect negotiations have been unsuccessful for years since Mr. Trump initially withdrew the U.S. from Tehran's nuclear deal with world powers in 2018.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA director John Ratcliffe testified in a Senate Intelligence hearing that was pre-scheduled to deal with global threats.
"Give it up, or there will be consequences," said White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, speaking about Iran's nuclear program.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, facing pressure from the White House for a new nuclear deal, says any action against Iran will be met with "a hard slap."
A jury has found two men guilty of trying to kill Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad, who works as a journalist and lives in New York City.
A woman and three accomplices are charged with smuggling thousands of electronic components to Iran through front companies.
The shaky ceasefire between Israel and Hamas evaporated Monday night as the IDF launched a new round of deadly airstrikes across Gaza. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joined CBS News to discuss what Israel's strategy might be.
Journalist and Iranian dissident Masih Alinejad will testify in Manhattan Tuesday in the trial of two men implicated in a murder-for-hire plot against her. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, he secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source.
Stalemate between two countries deepens as President Trump mirrors Iran's demand for compensation and claims U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz
A federal judge dismissed fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani at the DOJ's request. But in an unusual twist, he refused to dismiss charges against some co-defendants and criticized the DOJ's handling of the case.
More than 2,700 people were reported missing on Monday night, after the country was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.
Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.
President Trump signed an executive order on childhood vaccine schedules Monday.
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar says a Homeland Security Investigations agent was outside her monthly town hall meeting in Richfield, Minnesota, on Thursday.
No winning tickets were sold for Monday night's $905 million Powerball jackpot, so the estimated grand prize for Wednesday night's drawing will be at least $975 million, Powerball says.
Appeals court ruling could open the door to a flood of litigation against Google, Meta and other social media players.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
Temperatures last month averaged 76.9 degrees Fahrenheit as above-average warmth blanketed the U.S.
No winning tickets were sold for Monday night's $905 million Powerball jackpot, so the estimated grand prize for Wednesday night's drawing will be at least $975 million, Powerball says.
Appeals court ruling could open the door to a flood of litigation against Google, Meta and other social media players.
Despite a rash of foodborne illnesses in recent months, one expert said the nation's food supply is "remarkably safe." Here's what to know.
In a 6,500-word post, the Meta CEO argues that superintelligence should be shared "with as many people and businesses as possible."
The issue arose when a skiff ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska and called for assistance from nearby ships.
State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom will face Jamie Ager on the ballot in November.
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
Stalemate between two countries deepens as President Trump mirrors Iran's demand for compensation and claims U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, President Trump secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source, as the U.S. grappled with a threat from Iran.
Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.
More cataract patients, wanting not only restored but improved vision, are paying extra for their doctors to use a laser when a scalpel would do.
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
Two Senate Republicans released a set of 2021 texts that show Dr. Anthony Fauci discussing how to "weigh the potential risks against the benefits" of pregnant women taking COVID-19 vaccines.
Taylor Farms, the company linked to this summer's lettuce-related parasite outbreak, is now recalling jalapeño pepper products after new concerns about salmonella. Tom Hanson reports.
As kids head back to school amid the worst measles outbreak in decades, President Trump signed an executive order slashing the number of vaccines recommended for children. Ed O'Keefe has the details and Dr. Jon LaPook discusses what parents should know.
More than 2,700 people were reported missing on Monday night, after the country was struck by its strongest earthquake on record.
Russia and North Korea have been collaborating in the offensive against Ukraine since 2024.
At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data.
Stalemate between two countries deepens as President Trump mirrors Iran's demand for compensation and claims U.S. controls the Strait of Hormuz
Ahead of a flight from Turkey, President Trump secretly left Air Force One and was moved to another plane with the help of a catering truck, according to a source, as the U.S. grappled with a threat from Iran.
Nearly 30 years after the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, jury selection is underway for the man charged in connection with the murder, Duane "Keffe D" Davis. Celebrity attorney Chris Melcher joins CBS News to discuss.
Country music star Riley Green joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his upcoming album, "That's Just Me," which is set for release in mid-September.
The winners of a Paw Patrol look-alike contest join "CBS Mornings" ahead of the "Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie" which premieres Aug. 14.
Some Taylor Swift songs were removed from several White House social media videos. CBS News contributor Caroline Polisi has more.
A legend among writers and reporters, and a leading practitioner of the "New Journalism," Gay Talese talks of a career writing about the famous and not-so-famous, from Frank Sinatra, to aging sports figures, mobsters and nudists.
Sen. Bernie Sanders on Monday called for more regulation of artificial intelligence, saying companies are losing control of the technology. On the same day, Meta released a new AI tool. Axios tech and policy reporter Maria Curi joins to discuss.
Appeals court ruling could open the door to a flood of litigation against Google, Meta and other social media players.
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.
In a 6,500-word post, the Meta CEO argues that superintelligence should be shared "with as many people and businesses as possible."
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The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world. (Originally broadcast April 26, 2026.)
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Lindsay Clancy's psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Tufts, is back on the stand Monday as the Massachusetts murder trial enters its third week. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
The man who prosecutors say orchestrated the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, Duane "Keffe D" Davis, is on trial almost 30 years after the drive-by shooting in Las Vegas.
The captain of a boat that overturned in New York Harbor was charged with reckless endangerment. Twelve people were saved, but a mother and her 5-month-old daughter died. Michael George reports.
Joe Shymanski, a, well-known Washington D.C. photographer, was murdered and dismembered in 2023. His ex-wife's former boyfriend, Brandon Holbrook, was convicted in the case. Shymanski's family still wonders if anyone else was involved.
C.C. Opanowski says it's still difficult to process the fact that a person she once loved was convicted of murder. She hopes that others can learn from her story.
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Following the discovery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez's remains in a vehicle registered to D4vd last fall, what were the key developments that led to charges this week? On this episode of "Case by Case," we examine all of the new details coming out of the case against singer-songwriter David Anthony Burke, who professionally goes by D4vd. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales and CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman break down what we know so far about Celeste's death and the alleged abusive relationship she had with the singer.
On Friday, June 5, Brendan Banfield was sentenced to life in prison without parole for orchestrating an elaborate plot to murder his wife, Christine Banfield, while carrying on an affair with the family's au pair, Juliana Peres Magalhães. The scheme involved luring an unsuspecting man, Joseph Ryan, to the Banfield home and attempting to frame him for the crime. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green and "48 Hours" producer Michelle Sigona share the most passionate moments from victim impact statements. You'll also hear from Brendan Banfield in court as he maintained his innocence.
On April 29, prosecutors released a brief outlining their case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who has been charged in the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. On this episode of "Case By Case," we examine the state's timeline of events, including the allegation that D4vd stabbed Celeste and went to great lengths to cover up the crime. Plus, an update on Nick Reiner who appeared in the same court just hours before D4vd. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty and Los Angeles Times crime writer Richard Winton dig into the new details on both stories.
A preliminary hearing offers the clearest look yet at the case against singer-songwriter D4vd, who is charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green is joined by Los Angeles Times investigative crime writer Richard Winton to unpack the latest courtroom developments, the prosecution's strategy, the defense's response, and the evidence that could determine whether the case advances to trial.
A new executive order from President Trump calls for spacing out vaccines for children and getting fewer at any given time. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what parents should know.