Israel, Islamic Jihad reach cease-fire after days of violence
At least 33 Palestinians and two Israelis were killed during five days of intense fighting.
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2 Palestinians killed in West Bank raid
The Palestinian Health Ministry identified the two as 32-year-old Said Mesha and 19-year-old Adnan Araj.
Israel-Gaza violence escalates
At least 31 Palestinians and at least one Israeli have reportedly been killed in four days of violence between Israel and Palestinian militants. The escalation follows an Israeli strike that killed three key commanders of Islamic Jihad in Gaza on Thursday. Ian Lee reports.
Israeli-Palestinian conflict intensifies
Violence is intensifying between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants in Gaza. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with news contributor Robert Berger in Jerusalem about why the ceasefire efforts are stalling.
Multiple people killed amid new fighting in Israel and Palestinian territories
At least 28 Palestinians, including civilians, have been reported dead in the recent fighting.
Israeli-Palestinian fighting continues
Israel and Palestinian militants traded more fire early Thursday. At least 25 Palestinians, including civilians, have died in the latest round of fighting, according to officials in Gaza. Israeli officials say more than 500 rockets have been fired from Gaza at Israel. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio discusses the violence with Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers.
Palestinians say 25 people killed by Israel as Mideast violence flares
Some senior Palestinian militants and fighters are among the dead, along with women and children, as Israel fends off rocket barrage.
Israel trades fire with militants in Gaza
Israeli forces continue to trade fire with Palestinian militants in Gaza. CBS News anchors Errol Barnett and Lana Zak spoke with contributor Robert Berger in Jerusalem about what makes the recent violence different from what we've seen in the past.
At least 13 killed in Israeli airstrike
An Israeli airstrike killed at least 13 people, including children, in Gaza and injured at least 20 others, Palestinian officials say. Israel says the attack killed three Islamic Jihad commanders. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio explains what sparked the latest violence.
Israeli strikes kill Palestinian militants and their children in Gaza
Israeli aircraft are conducting strikes on Islamic Jihad targets in the Gaza Strip and the group confirms three senior commanders were killed in the attacks.
3 Palestinians killed in raid, Israel says
Israel military forces said they killed three Hamas fighters during a raid in the West Bank on Thursday. The men killed were allegedly responsible for shooting and killing a British-Israeli woman and her two daughters in April. CBS News radio reporter Robert Berger discusses the violence between Israelis and Palestinians.
McCarthy pledges continued aid for Ukraine
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy issued his most public and forceful support for Ukraine while in Israel on Monday. Charles Kupchan, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, and a professor of international relations at Georgetown University, joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the war.
Israel shells Gaza as rockets fly after Palestinian prisoner's death
Palestinian militant factions in Gaza said the first salvo of rocket fire was just an "initial response" to the jailed Palestinian man's death.
Israel celebrates its 75th Independence Day
Israel marked the 75th anniversary of its independence amid growing tension and protests across the country. Rabbi Rick Jacobs, the president of the Union for Reform Judaism, joins CBS News to discuss the significance of the day.
How the Iran-Saudi diplomatic breakthrough could impact the Mideast
Could a China-brokered deal ease the decades-old rivalry between the Sunni and Shiite Muslim powers that's fueled tension, even wars, across the Middle East?
Face The Nation: Pence, Lucas, Netanyahu
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Mike Pence's run for president in 2024, the impact that the latest string of deadly shootings has had on anxious nation, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial overhaul.
Netanyahu: Judicial overhaul is "internal matter"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who announced last month he would pause a planned judicial system overhaul after being urged to do so by U.S. President Joe Biden, tells "Face the Nation" that it's an "internal matter that we have to resolve."
Netanyahu says judicial system overhaul is an "internal matter"
Netanyahu said Sunday that he isn't concerned about damage to his relationship with President Joe Biden.
Netanyahu reverses firing of defense minister
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reversing his decision to fire his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, who was ousted after raising concerns about the government's controversial plan for a judicial overhaul. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports on the situation in Israel.
Palestinians say Israeli raid killed teen
Palestinian officials say Israeli forces killed a 15-year-old Palestinian boy during a raid in the occupied West Bank. This comes after Israel hit multiple military targets in Syria on Sunday in response to several rockets fired into Israeli territory over the weekend. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins us to discuss the escalating violence in the region.
Easter, Passover and Ramadan in Jerusalem
Christians, Jews and Muslims celebrate holidays in Jerusalem amid tensions over recent violence. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Easter Sunday ends peacefully in Jerusalem
Sunday ended without incident in Israel as tensions had been rising in the runup to Easter. Easter, Passover and Ramadan all overlap this year as worshipers from all over came to the holy city for religious observances. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
3 rockets launched at Israel from Syria, Israeli military says
The rocket fire from Syria comes against the backdrop of soaring Israeli-Palestinian tensions touched off by an Israeli police raid on Jerusalem's most sensitive site.
Terror attacks reported in West Bank, Tel Aviv
Multiple people were killed in two suspected terror attacks Friday by Palestinian militants in Tel Aviv and the West Bank Friday, as violence continues to escalate in the region. Israel also Friday launched airstrikes in southern Lebanon and the Gaza Strip. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
Several killed in Palestinian terror attacks in West Bank, Tel Aviv
Israeli authorities said an Italian tourist was killed and five other Italian and British citizens were wounded when a car rammed into a group of tourists in Tel Aviv.
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The 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony dazzles with the Parade of Nations and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Elizabeth Smart's father says Nancy Guthrie disappearance is "so surreal"
Ed Smart, the father of Elizabeth Smart, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and gave advice to the missing mother's family.
Judge orders U.S. to return families affected by Trump's separation policy
A judge ordered the U.S. to return three migrant families who were affected by President Trump's family separation policy in his first term and then deported in his second.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Redistricting aimed at helping GOP in midterms could cost them in Virginia
The Democratic-led push to redraw Virginia's congressional districts comes after a nationwide feud has led to the redrawing of maps around the country.
Luigi Mangione has outburst in court as judge sets June trial date
Luigi Mangione appeared in a Manhattan courtroom Friday in the state's case against him for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Nancy Guthrie "still out there," sheriff says, as FBI offers $50,000 reward
Investigators believe the missing mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie is "still out there," but they have not identified any suspects, the sheriff said.
Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on child sex abuse charges
Actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, officials said Friday.
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Colleges with low-earning grads could lose access to student loans
About 40,000 U.S. students are enrolled in college programs that may be at risk of losing federal loans, a recent analysis found.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Judge orders U.S. to return families affected by Trump's separation policy
A judge ordered the U.S. to return three migrant families who were affected by President Trump's family separation policy in his first term and then deported in his second.
Redistricting aimed at helping GOP in midterms could cost them in Virginia
The Democratic-led push to redraw Virginia's congressional districts comes after a nationwide feud has led to the redrawing of maps around the country.
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Colleges with low-earning grads could lose access to student loans
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Trump signs executive order quadrupling beef imports from Argentina
President Trump signed an executive order Friday that increases the amount of beef imported into the U.S. from Argentina.
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Judge orders U.S. to return families affected by Trump's separation policy
A judge ordered the U.S. to return three migrant families who were affected by President Trump's family separation policy in his first term and then deported in his second.
Redistricting aimed at helping GOP in midterms could cost them in Virginia
The Democratic-led push to redraw Virginia's congressional districts comes after a nationwide feud has led to the redrawing of maps around the country.
Trump signs executive order quadrupling beef imports from Argentina
President Trump signed an executive order Friday that increases the amount of beef imported into the U.S. from Argentina.
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
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See the best Olympic opening ceremony outfits of the 2026 Winter Games
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Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
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Bad Bunny hints at halftime show surprises
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Bad Bunny set for historic halftime show
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
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iPhone flip to reportedly launch
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Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
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Probe continues in Guthrie disappearance
Investigators are combing through all the tips they've received in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, as the search for the 84-year-old stretches to its sixth day. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has more from Tucson, Arizona.
Mangione yells out after NY trial date set
Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, yelled out in court after a judge set his New York trial start date for June 8, before the federal trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the details.
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NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
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Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Gateway Tunnel Project winds down
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Probe continues in Guthrie disappearance
Investigators are combing through all the tips they've received in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, as the search for the 84-year-old stretches to its sixth day. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has more from Tucson, Arizona.
Racist video shared by Trump deleted
A racist video shared on President Trump's Truth Social that depicted the Obamas as apes was taken down on Friday. A White HOuse official said staffer "erroneously made the post." CBS News' Aaron Navarro has the latest.