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Joyce Eiler learned her son eventually made it out to Djibouti, but she has not been able to reach him since.
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Joyce Eiler learned her son eventually made it out to Djibouti, but she has not been able to reach him since.
The White House has demanded that warring parties in Sudan adhere to an immediate ceasefire. Thousands continue to flee Sudan amid escalating violence. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
The World Health Organization said it was "extremely dangerous" for the lab to be put at risk amid the fighting in Sudan, which could fuel an exodus of 270,000 refugees.
So far about 90 American diplomatic staff have been evacuated from Sudan, but there are thousands of U.S. nationals still hoping for a safe way out.
Peace has temporarily been brokered between government and paramilitary forces in Sudan as the U.S. began evacuating diplomats and willing private citizens from the conflicted west African nation. Jacqueline Burns, former adviser to the U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan and also a senior policy analyst at the Rand Corporation, joined with her read on the situation.
Troops, including the Navy's SEAL Team 6, evacuated about 90 Americans from the U.S. embassy over the weekend.
After evacuating U.S. diplomats and their families over the weekend, the Pentagon is examining options to help the remaining U.S. citizens in Sudan who wish to leave.
John Kirby, National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the military operation to evacuate American diplomats and their families from Sudan. Kirby discusses the options for American citizens who are still in the country.
The U.S. and other countries have begun evacuating diplomats and some citizens from Sudan as fighting between rival generals continues. BBC News Africa correspondent Andrew Harding joined Anne-Marie Green on CBS News Mornings to discuss the latest.
The U.S. evacuated its embassy in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, over the weekend. The move was in response to the rapid increase in violence plaguing Africa's third largest country. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has more.
The U.S. evacuated just under 100 people from its embassy in Sudan, as violence in the country enters its second week. Debora Patta reports.
CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano with the latest developments in Washington. He discusses what the White House is saying after evacuating U.S. embassy staff from Sudan, the ongoing debt ceiling battle and the president's domestic policy adviser's decision to step down from her role.
Fighting in Sudan continues between the country's military government and a paramilitary group. Former special adviser on African conflicts for the U.S. State Department, John Prendergast, joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green to discuss the latest.
John Kirby, National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, advises Americans who are still in Sudan to shelter in place amid fighting.
In a statement following the evacuation, President Biden confirmed that the U.S. was "temporarily suspending operations" at the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum.
U.S. special forces on Saturday evacuated government personnel in Sudan, amid ongoing violence. Sen. Chris Coons, who is on the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee, tells "Face the Nation" that it's a "temporary suspension" of the American embassy in Khartoum.
Amid ongoing violence in Sudan, U.S. special forces on Saturday evacuated government personnel and temporarily suspended the embassy in Khartoum. David Martin joins "Face the Nation" to discuss the high-risk mission.
Hundreds of people have been killed as the fighting in Sudan enters its second week. The U.S. is one of several countries preparing a plan to potentially evacuate dozens of diplomatic staff. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
The military said that its chief had spoken to leaders of several countries who have requested safe evacuations of their citizens and diplomats from Sudan.
At least 400 people have been killed amid fighting between military factions in Sudan. The Pentagon has not yet begun to evacuate U.S. citizens.
One of the two generals battling for control over the east African nation says he's committed to a "transition to civilian rule," but there's no end in sight to the violence yet.
Fighting in Sudan has continued despite a cease-fire agreement. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins us to discuss the situation and plans for a potential U.S. evacuation effort.
The U.S. is repositioning troops in the region ahead of a possible evacuation of the American embassy in Khartoum, Sudan. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joined Anne-Marie Green to discuss the ongoing violence in Sudan as military factions fight for control.
U.S. State Department deputy principal press secretary Vedant Patel joined CBS News to discuss the American response to the ongoing violence in Sudan and a potential evacuation of the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum.
Heavy fighting broke out earlier this month as two rival generals battle for control of the country.
Iran's regime was hobbled by the first day of war with the U.S. and Israel, but as people gathered for the ayatollah's funeral, strikes continued across the region.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Trump ally Sen. Lindsey Graham said the operation would be "violent, extensive and I believe, at the end of the day, successful."
U.S. allies and adversaries responded to the joint attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran with concern over the risks of a new war in the Middle East.
Gunfire rang out as a bar in Austin, Texas was closing early Sunday and at least three people were killed and 14 wounded, three critically, authorities said.
The Supreme Court is set to convene Monday to hear a Second Amendment dispute over a federal law that bars unlawful drug users from having firearms.
Gunfire rang out at a bar in Austin, Texas early Sunday and at least three people were killed and 14 wounded, three critically, authorities said.
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
"If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
The Supreme Court is set to convene Monday to hear a Second Amendment dispute over a federal law that bars unlawful drug users from having firearms.
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
President Trump posted on social media that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed after a massive U.S. and Israeli military operation Saturday.
Americans weighed in on how long a conflict with Iran might last and what Congress should do.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Tom Cotton, Republican of Arkansas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 1, 2026.
Iran's regime was hobbled by the first day of war with the U.S. and Israel, but as people gathered for the ayatollah's funeral, strikes continued across the region.
The president said the strikes have put immense pressure on Iran, and he believes the U.S.-Israeli military action can lead to an eventual diplomatic solution.
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
"We're probably looking at weeks, not days, of joint efforts by the United States, Israel and our Arab partners, who have also been attacked this morning," Sen. Tom Cotton told CBS News on Saturday.
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Oscar-nominated actress Renate Reinsve sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her journey to the mainstage and her nomination for her role in "Sentimental Value."
Misty Heggness, an economist and professor, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her new book "Swiftynomics: How Women Mastermind and Redefine Our Economy."
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Singing Saw."
Iron & Wine is the long-running and widely acclaimed project of American singer-songwriter Sam Beam. The five-time Grammy nominee's eighth full-length album "Hen's Teeth" is out now and features collaborations with the folk trio "I'm With Her" and backing vocals from his daughter Arden. Here's Iron & Wine performing "Roses."
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei sat down with CBS News for an exclusive interview, hours after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared the company a supply chain risk to national security, which restricts military contractors from doing business with the AI giant. Amodei called the move "retaliatory and punitive," and he said Anthropic sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values."
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said in an exclusive interview with CBS News that the AI company sought to draw "red lines" in the government's use of its technology because "we believe that crossing those lines is contrary to American values, and we wanted to stand up for American values." He added: "Disagreeing with the government is the most American thing in the world."
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Gunfire rang out at a bar in Austin, Texas early Sunday and at least three people were killed and 14 wounded, three critically, authorities said.
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Former President Bill Clinton is being deposed by members of the House Oversight Committee over his alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Columbia University acting president Claire Shipman described the ICE detention of student Elmina "Ellie" Aghayeva, claiming agents gained entry to a residential building by stating they were police seeking a missing child. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports.
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Tony Dokoupil anchors special coverage of the large-scale military operation launched by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who ruled for nearly 40 years. President Trump said the U.S. would continue "heavy and pinpoint bombing" throughout the week or "as long as necessary."
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes by the U.S. and Israel on Saturday. CBS News contributor Masih Alinejad, who has survived three plots by Iran's regime to kill or kidnap her, discusses the crippling of the Iranian regime.
Some Americans are concerned about how attacks on Iran could impact the economy. CBS News' Jericka Duncan discusses the potential impact.
CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd, who served as assistant secretary for counterterrorism for the Department of Homeland Security, discusses how the U.S. is working to share intelligence and counter any domestic attacks.
With the U.S. and Israel launching an armed conflict with Iran, Saturday could mark one of the most consequential days for the Middle East in generations. Analyst and author Douglas Murray and CBS News' Major Garrett break it all down.