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Ten days after President Trump launched an attack that killed Iran's top general, the administration is still defending the rationale for his targeted killing. Mr. Trump said it "doesn't really matter" why he did it, because of Qasem Soleimani's past. Major Garrett reports.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Kahmeni on Sunday called for greater cooperation in the region and blamed the U.S. for being a "corruptive presence." Meanwhile in Washington, Defense Secretary Mike Esper appeared to contradict President Trump's justification for killing Iran's top general, which took both countries to the brink of war. Nikole Killion reports.
The U.S. warning about the Jan. 3 ISIS' terrorist strike was delivered over a week before dual suicide bombings took place.
More than 100 people died Wednesday in two explosions near the grave of Qassem Soleimani in Iran. Thousands had gathered to remember the Iranian general killed in a U.S. drone strike four years ago. Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster joins CBS News to discuss Iran's role in Middle East security.
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby answered questions about the deadly explosions in Iran near the grave of military leader Qassem Soleimani, Israel's ongoing offensive against Hamas and more in a briefing at the White House on Wednesday.
Iranian officials say more than 100 people were killed and nearly 200 wounded in two explosions Wednesday as crowds gathered near the grave site of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. airstrike in 2020. No group immediately claimed responsibility for what Iranian state media called a "terroristic" attack. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin looks at the impact of the attack as threats of an expanded conflict in the Middle East linger.
Ret. Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, who served as commander of U.S. Central Command from 2019-2022, tells "Face the Nation" that despite that former President Donald Trump said Israel pulled out of the mission to kill top Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani, "this was a U.S. operation. It involved only U.S. forces."
The pair began having sex when she put a blindfold on the man and he "felt a pain on the side of his neck," police said.
Lawmakers briefed on killing of Iranian General; Navigating the political landscape in Nevada.
Top congressional leaders briefed on Soleimani; Sanders and Biden lead New Hampshire polls.
The attack a year ago that took out a senior Iranian commander, and an allied Iraqi paramilitary commander, has infuriated many Iraqis.
"We are flying a plane into the Capitol on Wednesday. Solemani will be avenged," the threat said.
Mahmoud Mousavi Majd condemned for providing info to U.S. "on the whereabouts and movements of martyr General Qasem Soleimani."
The Trump administration is facing increased scrutiny over intelligence that led to a U.S. drone strike in Baghdad that killed a top Iranian general. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives is preparing to send the articles of impeachment against President Trump to the Senate as early as this week. CBSN political contributor and White House reporter for The Associated Press Zeke Miller joins CBSN for a recap of all the political headlines.
President Trump said Iran was planning to target four U.S. embassies before the airstrike that killed General Qassem Soleimani, but Defense Secretary Mark Esper says he didn't see evidence about that. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN AM with the latest from Washington.
There are around 1,500 U.S. coalition troops on the Al Asad base and they had just minutes to take cover.
The president authorized the killing of the leader of Iran's elite Quds Force last summer or fall, sources tell CBS News.
Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tells CBS News that "unlike Trump" his country will only respond with action "against legitimate targets."
Members of Iran's parliament passed an urgent bill declaring the U.S. military and the Pentagon as terrorist organizations.
"Every target that's being reviewed, every effort that's being made will always be conducted inside the international laws of war," Pompeo said.
Daughter of slain Iranian general directly threatens revenge on American troops as Trump warns of strikes inside Iran.
The death of Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani by a U.S. airstrike seems only to have increased the likelihood of attacks, as both Iran and the militias it supports vow revenge
Iran vows "crushing revenge" and Iraq is furious after Trump orders "decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel."
"We took action last night to stop a war. We did not take action to start a war," President Trump said of Qasem Soleimani's death.
Iran vows "crushing revenge" and Iraq is furious after Trump orders "decisive defensive action to protect U.S. personnel."
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
"What I saw in that room was one of the most troubling things I've seen in my time in public service," Democratic Rep. Jim Himes said.
Luigi Mangione, the man charged with murdering the UnitedHealthcare CEO, is in court for hearings on which evidence will be allowed at trial.
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
ICE began enhanced operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area this week, as President Trump rails against Somali people in Minnesota.
The special edition locket was inspired by the James Bond film "Octopussy," which revolves around a plot to steal a rare Faberge egg.
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Officials have said that jaguar breeding in the U.S. has not been documented in more than a century.
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
Rents in the 50 largest cities have surged by hundreds of dollars per month over the last five years, a LendingTree analysis found.
Job cuts so far this year are at their highest levels since 2020, new report says.
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
ICE began enhanced operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area this week, as President Trump rails against Somali people in Minnesota.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
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.
The holiday season can be a wonderful, but also stressful time – filled with unrealistic expectations. A recent poll found 41% of adults anticipate more holiday stress this year. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma has tips to unwind during the holidays.
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
The special edition locket was inspired by the James Bond film "Octopussy," which revolves around a plot to steal a rare Faberge egg.
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
The United Kingdom and Norway have signed a pact to create a naval alliance in the North Atlantic, aimed at protecting undersea cables and hunting Russian submarines.
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Lucy Liu talks about starring in and producing the movie "Rosemead," why she says the story resonates universally and reflecting on personal experiences for the film.
Steve Cropper co-wrote several classics, including "(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay," "Green Onions" and "In the Midnight Hour."
Grammy winning DJ and producer Kaytranada has become one of the most influential voices in dance and electronic music, and has collaborated with top artists. He spoke with "CBS Mornings" about his latest album, touring and his journey in music.
Actor and comedian Richie Moriarty talks with "CBS Mornings" about the fifth season of the comedy series "Ghosts," what's next for his character and how the cast has bonded.
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
Google has released its list of the 2025 top search trends. Robert Ferrera, a Google Trends expert, joins CBS News with more.
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.
India's government, amid an uproar over privacy, has revoked an order quietly issued to smartphone makers to pre-install a state-run security app.
OpenAI has declared a "code red" as Google threatens to unseat the AI industry's early leader, according to the Wall Street Journal. Technology journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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.
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
The special edition locket was inspired by the James Bond film "Octopussy," which revolves around a plot to steal a rare Faberge egg.
Newly unsealed evidence sheds light on Luigi Mangione's arrest at a Pennsylvania McDonald's. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the details.
Luigi Mangione's pretrial hearing continued on Thursday, one year after UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was killed. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
A suspect is in custody nearly five years after two pipe bombs were planted in Washington, D.C., the night before the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Attorney General Pam Bondi said 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. was arrested in Virginia on Thursday morning. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Federal authorities on Thursday arrested a suspect in the case of two pipe bombs placed outside the Democratic and Republican National Committee headquarters the night before the Jan. 6th Capitol riot. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has the details.
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.
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
A retrospective look at the actor, director, producer, and founder of the Sundance Institute.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
On the one-year mark of the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City sidewalk, a hearing was held to determine what evidence is admissible in the trial of his accused killer, Luigi Mangione. Alice Gainer reports.
A northern Virginia man was arrested and accused of placing two pipe bombs outside the Democratic National Committee and Republican National Committee headquarters on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Scott MacFarlane has details.
An early season Arctic blast sent shivers through the Midwest and Northeast as temperatures tumbled far below normal. Lana Zak reports and Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
For most of his life, Ed Bambas worked toward his American dream. But in 2019, at 82, he found himself doing what most retirees never imagine: going back to work. That was, until a stranger approached him with a question. Tom Hanson has the story.
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump lit the national Christmas tree on Thursday. Melania's White House Christmas theme this year is "Home Is Where the Heart Is." White House expert Jennifer Pickens joins CBS News to discuss.