FBI director warns of terror threat from "lone actors"
FBI Director Christopher Wray told a Senate committee that domestic terrorism investigations have "exploded," nearly tripling in a year and a half to about 2,700 separate investigations.
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Air Force officials to review Kabul drone strike
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has ordered the Air Force to appoint a three star general to review Central Command's investigation into an airstrike that mistakenly killed civilians in Afghanistan instead of the ISIS-K fighters. Dan Lamothe, The Washington Post's Pentagon and U.S. military reporter, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on what relatives of the victims are requesting from the U.S. government.
U.S. files charges in 1988 Pan Am bombing
Pan Am flight 103, the infamous London-to-New York Boeing 747, exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland shortly after takeoff. All 259 people on the plane, including 190 Americans, were killed along with 11 people on the ground. This week, charges against the alleged Libyan bomb-maker were unsealed in one of the most complex terrorism cases in U.S. history. Catherine Herridge has the story.
FBI releases declassified 9/11 documents
The FBI has released declassified documents from an investigation into Saudi Arabia's potential link to some 9/11 hijackers. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge spoke with CBSN's Lana Zak about what is in the documents and what it means. Read more here.
al Qaeda thrives in war-torn country of Yemen
The conflict between the Yemeni government and rebellious groups has involved nations like Saudi Arabia and Iran. The ongoing conflict has allowed al Qaeda to thrive in the region and train soldiers despite U.S. drone strikes. Holly Williams reports.
20 years after 9/11, the U.S. struggles to find unity
Chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan reflects on how the September 11 terror attacks illustrated the country's ability to unite and how 20 years later, the U.S. is struggling to come together.
Saudi Arabia says it's fighting terrorism
At Al Ha'ir prison, Saudi Arabia claims it's reforming convicted terrorists with music, sports and even a coffee shop the prisoners run themselves.
Nature: A memorial of water
On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, "Sunday Morning" visits Lower Manhattan, and the memorial to those who were lost. Videographer: Derek Davis.
Saudi Arabia moves away from Islamic extremism
Although Saudi Arabia has vehemently denied their role in the 9/11 attacks, 15 of the 19 hijackers were Saudi citizens. Since then, the conservative kingdom has worked to reform its image — but not without struggle. Holly Williams has more.
Witnesses recall 9/11 attack on Pentagon
Three people who worked at the Pentagon recall witnessing the attack on September 11, 2001. David Martin has more on their stories of faith and resilience.
Family remembers mother lost in 9/11
Twenty years after the 9/11 attacks, the Edwards family is still mourning and coping with the loss of their mother, Barbara Edwards. Brad Edwards has more on the family’s continual search for peace.
U.S. honors 9/11 victims, heroes
Thousands gathered at the World Trade Center Saturday to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Similar events were held across the country. Michael George has more.
Taliban rules Afghanistan 20 years after 9/11
The War in Afghanistan began as a result of the 9/11 attacks 20 years ago, with the U.S. hoping to bring change to the region. But with the war coming to an unceremonious end this August, the country is once again under Taliban rule. Charlie D’Agata reports.
Bush warns of domestic extremism in 9/11 speech
Former President George W. Bush warned of the similarities between domestic and international extremism in a speech marking the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Speaking from Shanksville, Pennsylvanias, where United Airlines Flight 93 crashed, Mr. Bush said that "violence that gathers within" is equally as dangerous as extremists abroad. Watch his remarks.
Five accused of planning 9/11 attacks attend hearing
The case against the five men accused of aiding the 9/11 hijackers inched forward with pre-trial hearings, where a handful of 9/11 victims’ family members were in attendance. Catherine Herridge reports from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Windsor Castle plays U.S. national anthem
In honor of the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the Welsh Guard at Windsor Castle played The Star Spangled Banner during the changing of the guard on Saturday. Queen Elizabeth II also sent a message of solidarity to President Biden.
Saudi Arabia showcases anti-extremism efforts 20 years after 9/11
CBS News gets rare access to a prison, and prisoners, in the conservative Islamic kingdom from which almost all of the September 11 hijackers came.
Billions given to victims of 9/11 attacks
A 20th anniversary report from the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund has revealed that more than $8 billion has been paid to victims and families of the terror attacks. Money has been distributed to more than 40,000 individuals so far. Hugh Campbell is a civil litigation attorney and former board member of Trial Lawyers Care, a nonprofit that has helped 9/11 families receive compensation. He joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more.
U.S. counterterrorism tactics and policy post-9/11
Saturday will mark the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Tess Bridgeman, co- editor in chief of Just Security, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the federal government's evolving counterterrorism tactics and policies.
Reflecting on 9/11 Pentagon attack
The September 11 attacks drastically changed America's approach to homeland security and counterterrorism. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to share his insights and personal experience reporting at the Pentagon that day.
Questions about judge, evidence in 9/11 case
The self-described architect of the 9/11 attacks and four other terror suspects gathered in a Guantanamo Bay courtroom as pretrial hearings continue. Some questioning focused on the judge in the case. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN AM from the site known as Camp Justice with the latest.
9/11 terror suspects' pretrial hearing
The pretrial hearings for five alleged 9/11 conspirators resumed Wednesday at Guantanamo Bay. The proceedings are happening as the nation and world prepare to mark 20 years since the terror attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Trial for suspects in 2015 Paris terror attack
A trial is getting underway in France for 20 suspects charged in connection with the 2015 Paris terror attacks that killed 130 people. CBS News' Elaine Cobbe joins CBSN from Paris with the latest.
Trial of alleged 9/11 mastermind resumes at Guantanamo Bay
Pretrial hearings for five suspects accused of plotting the 9/11 attacks resumed at Guantanamo Bay. Catherine Herridge has the details.
Trial for 9/11 suspects set to resume
Nearly 20 years after the 9/11 terror attacks, the trial for the men accused of plotting the attacks is set to resume after a 19-month pause due to COVID-19. The defendants, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the self-described architect of the attacks, arrived at the U.S. prison in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, over a decade ago. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's Debra Alfarone from Guantanamo Bay with the latest.
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