Unusual diplomacy to end Russia-Ukraine war
The Trump administration's efforts to reach a deal between Russia and Ukraine to end the war involve some unusual players and strategies. Margaret Brennan, the moderator of "Face the Nation," has more.
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Trump optimistic about Russia-Ukraine peace
President Trump says there's progress in discussions about a potential peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. This comes as a Bloomberg News report emerges with what appears to be a transcript of a call held between Trump adviser Steve Witkoff and an aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Halyna Yanchenko, a member of the Ukrainian Parliament, joins CBS News with more.
World reacts to Russia-Ukraine proposed plan
World leaders are reacting to a 28-point peace plan proposed by the Trump administration to Russia and Ukraine. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports, and Michael Bociurkiw, a global affairs analyst and senior fellow at The Atlantic Council, joins CBS News with more insight.
Details on new peace proposal in Ukraine
There is a possible new peace plan for Ukraine as Russian missiles continue to fall. It was drafted by President Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff and President Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev, and didn't include Ukraine. Ramy Inocencio reports on the details of the potential proposal.
Top U.S. officials return to Israel after violence tests Gaza ceasefire
After Israel-Hamas clashes test Trump's Gaza peace deal, his top negotiators return to the region to shore up the ceasefire.
Trump's special envoy return to Israel
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel on Monday as the ceasefire remains fragile. BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner has the latest for CBS News.
Strikes threaten Israel-Hamas ceasefire
Israel launched strikes into Gaza over the weekend after it said Hamas killed two Israeli soldiers. Meanwhile, U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday in Israel. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has the latest, while Aaron David Miller, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins with more.
Bloody weekend in Gaza during ceasefire
Israel and Hamas clashed in Gaza over the weekend as all parties try to keep the fragile ceasefire from slipping. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more details.
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff's extended 60 Minutes interview
After the Israel-Hamas deal was signed earlier this month, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, President Trump's envoys and the leading brokers of the agreement, sat down with Lesley Stahl to discuss their unconventional deal-driven approach.
Kushner & Witkoff's extended 60 Minutes interview
After the Israel-Hamas deal was signed earlier this month, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, President Trump's envoys and the leading brokers of the agreement, sat down with Lesley Stahl to discuss their unconventional deal-driven approach. Editor's note: The video above is an extended version of the interview that was broadcast on 60 Minutes on Sunday, October 19, 2025. This extended version was condensed for clarity.
Witkoff, Kushner reveal turning points in Israel-Hamas negotiations
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner say they reached the Gaza ceasefire deal after Witkoff and Hamas negotiator Khalil al-Hayya connected over shared pain. Both Witkoff and al-Hayya had lost sons.
Witkoff, Kushner on the Israel-Hamas deal, what's next for Gaza
As the fragile Gaza truce is tested, ceasefire negotiators Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff explain what went into the Israel-Hamas peace deal, and what's needed to make sure it sticks.
Witkoff on Ukraine: "Peace is infectious now"
Steve Witkoff, the American special envoy who helped broker the Israel-Gaza hostage exchange, says he is now working on ending the war in Ukraine — and says Iran is also looking for a deal.
Witkoff, Kushner on Israel-Hamas deal
As the fragile Gaza truce is tested, ceasefire negotiators Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff explain what went into the Israel-Hamas peace deal, and what's needed to make sure it sticks.
Witkoff on Ukraine: "Peace is infectious now"
Steve Witkoff, the American special envoy who helped broker the Israel-Gaza hostage exchange, says he is now working on ending the war in Ukraine — and says Iran is also looking for a deal.
State Dept. flags potential ceasefire violation by Hamas
Tonight, the U.S. State Department issued a media note that Hamas appeared to be planning an attack "against Palestinian civilians," warning that such an attack would "constitute a direct and grave violation of the ceasefire agreement..." In response to reports this week that Hamas had executed Palestinian civilians, Jared Kushner told 60 Minutes on Thursday, "Hamas right now is doing exactly what you would expect a terrorist organization to do, which is to try to reconstitute and take back their positions." Watch the full interview on 60 Minutes, Sunday.
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Witkoff, Kushner felt betrayed by Israel's Qatar strike
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, President Trump's dealmakers in brokering the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, discuss a setback that nearly derailed the peace talks.
Negotiators share Trump's reaction to setback in hostage deal
Exclusive: Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law, and special envoy Steve Witkoff give a behind-the-scenes look at the tense moments leading up to the ceasefire and hostage deal after an Israeli bombing threatened to derail the agreement. "[Trump] felt like the Israelis were getting a little bit out of control," says Kushner. "It was time to be very strong and stop them from doing things that he felt were not in their long-term interests." Watch the interview, Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Israelis credit Trump with the ceasefire deal
Israel anxiously awaits the return of the remaining hostages seized by Hamas 735 days ago. Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv's Hostage Square for what they hope is the last time. Among them, President Trump's daughter, Ivanka Trump, spoke to the crowd. Debora Patta has more.
Clinton, Rice on Witkoff, Kushner success
Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice, two former secretaries of state, say that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff's success in negotiating a Gaza ceasefire is partly due to their proximity to President Trump and the changing circumstances in the Middle East after Israel's attack in Doha, Qatar. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell spoke to Rice and Clinton about the developments in Gaza.
World awaits Gaza peace deal, aid opportunity
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are in Egypt representing the Trump administration at negotiations for a Gaza peace deal. CBS News' Haley Ott reports, and Kelly Razzouk, the vice president for policy and advocacy at the International Rescue Committee, joins "CBS News 24/7" with more on aid reaching Palestinians.
Trump envoys joins Gaza peace talks in Egypt
President Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner arrived in Cairo, Egypt, on Wednesday and are set to join Gaza peace negotiations. CBS News' Haley Ott has more details.
Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner heading to Egypt amid Gaza ceasefire talks
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were on hand to take part in indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, which aim to end the war in Gaza.
Trump envoy meets with Zelenskyy, EU leaders
President Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff joined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders in Paris on Thursday to discuss efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Liana Fix, a senior fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
U.S. envoy meets Zelenskyy, Europeans as ceasefire efforts stagger on
Putin has indicated no willingness to accept Trump's demands for a ceasefire, but Ukraine's U.S. and European partners are working to put a plan in place despite him.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
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.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
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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Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The second gold medal of the Milano Cortina Games was awarded to Frida Karlsson of Sweden in the women's 10km+10km skiathlon.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
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The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
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.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
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.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
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.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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White House takes down racist post
President Trump is blaming a staffer for the now-removed social media post that included a racist video of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama depicted as apes. Mr. Trump told reporters he is "the least racist president you've had in a long time."
Robert Kraft's Super Bowl ad tackles hate
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft's Blue Square Alliance Against Hate was launched in 2025, following the success of his 2023 Blue Square campaign, to help combat antisemitism and hate in all forms. "CBS Saturday Morning" sits down with Kraft to learn more.
The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."