Turkey launches strikes against Kurds

Turkey's president has announced the start of an invasion as Kurdish forces move to defend the Turkish-Syrian border. The Kurds have been essential allies in the U.S. fight against ISIS, but President Trump announced he'd be abandoning them, breaking an American promise and pulling out of the region to allow Turkey to attack. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports on the latest, and CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joined CBSN to discuss the military offensive.

• Oct 9, 2019
• 8:14

U.S. withdraws troops from northern Syria

President Trump faces bipartisan criticism for withdrawing U.S. troops from northern Syria. Mr. Trump is being criticized for abandoning Kurdish fighters who have helped fight ISIS. Amy Austin Holmes, a fellow in the Wilson Center's Middle East program, joined CBSN for more on the drawdown in Syria.

• Oct 9, 2019
• 8:04

Civilians frantically flee Turkish bombings in Syria

Turkish mortar attacks in Syria are more than just about the initial damage they cause, they spread fear and clear entire neighborhoods of families that don't want to see their own children fall victim. Charlie D'Agata reports.

• Oct 11, 2019
• 2:06

Trump pulling all troops from northern Syria

There are growing signs of chaos in the wake of President Trump's decision to pull back U.S. forces in the face of a Turkish military onslaught. Forces loyal to the Syrian regime are re-claiming key cities once held by U.S.-backed Kurdish forces. The spiraling violence allowed hundreds of ISIS supporters to escape captivity. Charlie D’Agata reports.

• Oct 14, 2019
• 2:52

Turkey seizes key Syrian highway

Changes on the ground in Syria are complicating efforts by U.S. troops to withdraw from the region. Meanwhile, President Trump announced he will issue sanctions against Turkish officials after facing a bipartisan backlash in Washington over his decision to pull all U.S. troops from Syria. CBS News National Security Correspondent David Martin joins CBSN with the latest from the Pentagon.

• Oct 14, 2019
• 7:23

U.S. & Turkey agree to Syria ceasefire

Vice President Mike Pence announced a ceasefire deal in Syria Thursday. The deal will suspend Turkey's incursion into Syria amid growing humanitarian concerns. CBS News State Department and foreign affairs reporter Christina Ruffini has more.

• Oct 17, 2019
• 5:07

Trump says ceasefire is back on in Syria

President Trump said he spoke to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan this morning. Mr. Trump said the attacks against the Kurds in northern Syria were "eliminated quickly" following Thursday's ceasefire agreement and that Turkey has made "a full pause" of its invasion. He also claimed ISIS is "totally under guard" and that the Kurds are "very happy."

• Oct 18, 2019
• 2:34

U.S. could leave 200 troops inside Syria

U.S. troops that President Trump said were coming home from Syria are instead moving into Iraq. Defense Secretary Mark Esper said the soldiers will continue fighting ISIS. He also said that some of those troops would be left in eastern Syria to protect oil fields from attack. Holly Williams reports.

• Oct 21, 2019
• 2:48

ISIS turns to TikTok

ISIS is reportedly using one of the world's most popular video-sharing apps as its latest recruiting tool. According to The Wall Street Journal, TikTok has removed nearly two dozen accounts that posted propaganda. Georgia Wells joins CBSN's Nikki Battiste for a closer look.

• Oct 24, 2019
• 4:46

Trump says ISIS leader dead after "daring" U.S. raid in Syria

President Trump said ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi died in an overnight raid in Syria, detonating a suicide vest after a firefight with U.S. forces. "Last night, the United States brought the world's number one terrorist to justice," the president said.

• Oct 27, 2019
• 8:37

Special Report: Trump announces killing of ISIS leader

President Trump said U.S. forces had killed ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in an early-morning raid in Syria on Sunday. "Last night, the United States brought the world's number one terrorist to justice," the president said.

• Oct 27, 2019
• 58:50

ISIS leader killed in U.S. raid

President Trump said planning for the raid that killed Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the founder and head of ISIS began two weeks ago. CBS News National Security Consultant and retired U.S. Army Colonel Jeff McCausland joins CBSN to discuss what goes into planning such a dangerous mission.

• Oct 27, 2019
• 5:38

Despite Baghdadi's death, ISIS still alive

A Sunday raid by U.S. commandos in northwestern Syria ended a yearslong manhunt for ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. At the very least, this is a symbolic blow to ISIS. Holly Williams reports.

• Oct 28, 2019
• 2:05

What al-Baghdadi's death means for Trump

President Trump announced the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi over the weekend. But some congressional Democrats are slamming the president for informing Russia of the raid before them. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss the raid and its significance.

• Oct 28, 2019
• 10:23

Pentagon briefing on al-Baghdadi, Syria

Defense Secretary Mark Esper and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley briefed reporters Monday after the Special Forces operation resulting in the death of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Esper reiterated that oil fields in northern Syria were secured and that they would be used to help fund Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces as they continue to conduct operations against ISIS.

• Oct 28, 2019
• 17:22

ISIS names new leader

ISIS has named a new leader after al-Baghdadi died in a U.S. raid. Haroro Ingram of George Washington University’s Program on Extremism joined CBSN to talk about the new leader and what it means for the group's strategy.

• Nov 2, 2019
• 8:26

Trump honors military dog at White House

At the White House Monday, President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence welcomed Conan, the military dog that aided in the raid that killed ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Watch their remarks.

• Nov 25, 2019
• 6:19

Fellow Navy SEALs slam Edward Gallagher

Video obtained by The New York Times shows members of SEAL Team 7 criticizing their former platoon chief Edward Gallagher, who was accused of murdering a teenage ISIS member. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joined CBSN with the latest details.

• Dec 27, 2019
• 8:34

Embassy unrest in Iraq highlights rising tensions

The crisis at the U.S. Embassy in Iraq has calmed down as demonstrators left the area. Violence erupted earlier this week after supporters of Iranian-backed militias attacked the facility. The turmoil has highlighted escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with Iraq stuck in the middle. Matthew Kroenig, an associate professor at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 6:47

Congress demands answers on Soleimani killing

Iran's leaders have vowed revenge against the U.S. over the killing of top Iranian general Qassem Soleimani. This comes as Congress demands answers on the operation. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tehran while CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN from the White House with the latest developments.

• Jan 6, 2020
• 8:33

Joe Biden talks Afghanistan, future of troop presence overseas

The former vice president says "we should only have troops there to make sure that it's impossible" ISIS to reestablish a foothold

• Feb 23, 2020
• 4:06

Newborns among 14 killed in attack on Afghan maternity ward

No group has claimed responsibility for the brazen attack on a Kabul hospital, but the area has been plagued by ISIS-linked militants before.

• May 12, 2020

4 arrested for alleged ISIS plans to attack U.S. bases in Germany

Prosecutors said the group had already obtained firearms and ammunition to carry out their attacks, while the suspected ringleader had ordered materials to build an explosive device.

• Apr 15, 2020

U.S. starts partial pullout of troops from Afghanistan

Recently signed peace pact with Taliban calls for withdrawal of some 4,400 of 13,000 U.S. forces, but feuding between Afghan president and rival complicating talks with Taliban.

• Mar 10, 2020

Attack kills dozens days after Afghan peace deal signed

Leading politicians escaped unharmed as gunmen hit memorial service in Kabul; Taliban denies involvement in trouble soon after it inked pact with U.S.

• Mar 6, 2020

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