Trump agrees to stop bombing Iran for 2 weeks
President Trump said he agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran if the country agrees to open the Strait of Hormuz. Aaron MacLean has more.
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U.S., Iran come to last-minute ceasefire agreement
The U.S. and Iran came to a last-minute deal to stop the fighting, at least temporarily. The U.S. will stop its attacks for at least two weeks, provided Iran agrees to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Weijia Jiang reports.
Analysis: Gas could hit $5 a gallon soon
A new analysis from JPMorgan says gas prices could hit $5 per gallon as soon as this month if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed. Former Trump economic adviser Stephen Moore joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Trump reviewing proposal to extend Iran deadline
Pakistan's prime minister is calling on President Trump to extend his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by two weeks "to allow diplomacy to run its course." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the details.
Trump escalates threats against Iran
President Trump threatened Iran in a social media post on Tuesday, saying a "whole civilization will die tonight," as he continues pushing for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Imtiaz Tyab have more.
Trump's "whole civilization" Iran post
President Trump's latest Iran threats included a post saying "a whole civilization will die tonight." This comes as his deadline looms for Tehran to reach a deal on the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Elizabeth Palmer report, and Eric Lob, an associate professor of politics and international relations at Florida International University, joins with more insight.
Trump's new Iran threat
President Trump posted on social media, saying "a whole civilization will die tonight" in Iran if a deal is not reached on the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Elizabeth Palmer report.
Trump's Strait of Hormuz deadline looms
The world is awaiting how President Trump will act on his threats against Iran linked to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
What may be the impact of Trump Iran threats?
President Trump's threats against Iran on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could backfire as Iranians grapple with the ongoing war, The Free Press' Eli Lake explains.
Tensions rise as Trump's Iran deadline nears
President Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is nearing as violence erupts in Turkey and other parts of the Middle East. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi, Elizabeth Palmer and Bradley Blackburn report.
What Trump's press conference revealed about Iran
President Trump held a news conference on Monday after the crew of a downed fighter jet was rescued from Iran. During the news conference, Mr. Trump said Iran is negotiating "we think in good faith." CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Aaron MacLean have the latest.
Breaking down Trump's latest Iran threats
President Trump's latest comments on Iran included new threats on the Strait of Hormuz. Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Center for Strategic and International Studies' Defense and Security Department, joins CBS News with more.
What we know about proposals to end Iran war
More details are emerging about the apparent proposals to end the war in Iran. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Elizabeth Palmer have more.
Former CIA official on Trump threats to Iran
President Trump's latest comments on Iran are raising questions about the course of the war. CBS News contributor Joseph Zacks, a former deputy assistant director for counterterrorism for the CIA, joins with more insight.
Key details on Iran after latest Trump posts
President Trump posted an ultimatum on social media laced with profanity on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Charlie D'Agata report, and contributor Joseph Zacks has more insight.
Trump says Iran will be "living in Hell"
President Trump posted on social media a profanity-laced threat to Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Elizabeth Palmer report.
Trump ratchets up Strait of Hormuz threats
President Trump is expected to address the rescue of two U.S. airmen after their F-15E fighter jet was downed over Iran. This comes as Mr. Trump's threats over the Strait of Hormuz get heated. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Ramy Inocencio report.
"WE GOT HIM!," Trump declares after U.S. airman rescued deep inside Iran
President Trump hailed the rescue of a U.S. airman who was missing almost two days inside Iran — and threatened to hit power plants if Iran doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Lawmakers react to defense spending proposal
Lawmakers are reacting to the Trump administration's request for a $1.5 trillion in defense spending for 2027 as the war with Iran intensifies.
Trump says U.S. "hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran"
President Trump warned the U.S. "hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran," and previewed that strikes on bridges and power plants could be next.
Breaking down Trump's prime-time Iran speech
President Trump said Wednesday night that the U.S. military is on track to complete its objectives in Iran, but he did not offer a concrete plan for securing the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Oil prices surge again after Trump speech
Oil prices surged again on Thursday after President Trump did not provide a clear timeline for the end of the Iran war or a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz during his nationwide address on Wednesday night. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Keir Starmer on Iran: "This is not our war"
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reacting to President Trump's harsh comments on U.S. allies not helping at the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in the Middle East widens. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.
Details on Iran war following Trump remarks
The world is reacting to President Trump's remarks to the nation on the Iran war, where he reiterated that the conflict could end in a matter of weeks. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Ramy Inocencio report.
Key takeaways from Trump's Iran war address
President Trump addressed the nation on the war in Iran as worries among White House officials grow about his declining approval rating. This comes as dozens of nations prepare to meet virtually to discuss the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi, Holly Williams and Ramy Inocencio report.
Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80 after brief cancer battle
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
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Iran, Oman edge toward Strait of Hormuz reopening plan, but Tehran demands U.S. lift blockade
The two nations, which lie on opposite sides of the vital, narrow waterway, discussed a proposal to temporarily reopen it and clear mines.
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Russia says CIA chief met intel counterparts on secretive Moscow visit
The Kremlin spokesman says CIA Director John Ratcliffe met Russian counterparts during a secretive visit to Moscow, but it's unclear what came of the talks.
Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman in the special primary to replace Graham's late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, on the ballot.
3 Secret Service officials put on leave amid probe into "potential misconduct"
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
DOJ warns Kennedy Center could be knocked down if renovations blocked
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
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Man with Sen. Dan Sullivan's name advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary
A man with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan has advanced to the general election
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College student fatally shot by police after knocking on wrong door
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Philadelphia's Chucky-style masked man arrested in Las Vegas
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Judge delays custody decision in surrogacy fight over newborn with heart defect
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Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
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Musk's SpaceX announces $100 billion plan for new spaceport in Louisiana
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
SNAP restrictions cut soda sales but raise stigma concerns, study finds
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Canada announces tariffs of up to 50% on $20 billion in U.S. goods
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
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Man with Sen. Dan Sullivan's name advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary
A man with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan has advanced to the general election
U.S. military attacks alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing 4
The attack brings the number of people killed in such strikes by the U.S. military in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea to at least 227.
3 Secret Service officials put on leave amid probe into "potential misconduct"
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman in the special primary to replace Graham's late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, on the ballot.
Everton Blair wins special election for late Rep. David Scott's seat
Everton Blair Jr. will serve out the remaining few months of the late Rep. David Scott's final term, the Associated Press projects.
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Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
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Trump and Kennedy's health industry deals are at risk of vanishing
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8-year-old girl dies from brain-eating amoeba infection in Louisiana
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U.S. military attacks alleged drug-smuggling boat in Caribbean, killing 4
The attack brings the number of people killed in such strikes by the U.S. military in the eastern Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea to at least 227.
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Iran, Oman edge toward Strait of Hormuz reopening plan, but Tehran demands U.S. lift blockade
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14 newborns killed as fire tears through Pakistani hospital's nursery
Authorities in Islamabad, Pakistan, say a fire caused by an air-conditioning unit exploding in a major hospital nursery ward killed 14 newborns.
Gun-running ship located 78 years after being sunk by Israeli military
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U.K. estate used as Wayne Manor in "Batman Begins" must be surveyed for bats
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Country singer Ashley McBryde on Dolly Parton
Country singer Ashley McBryde joins CBS News after Dolly Parton's death at 80 to discuss her impact on music and the Nashville country scene.
Cher speaks out after Dolly Parton's death
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"CBS Evening News" pays tribute to the life and legacy of Dolly Parton. She died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer, her team announced on Tuesday.
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A plant in Southaven, Mississippi, that powers Elon Musk's SpaceXAI data centers in the area has sparked backlash from residents concerned about noise and air pollution.
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A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
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Europe sees total solar eclipse
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Slain girl hailed as hero after 8 relatives killed in Montana home
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Philadelphia's Chucky-style masked man arrested in Las Vegas
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Doctor says Clancy's actions were criminal
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