Researchers unearth "pot of gold" of Persian coins in Turkey
The team of archaeologists found the stash of Persian coins, alongside other artifacts, in a small pot buried under a large house in the center of the ancient Greek city of Notion.
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Breaking down the historic prisoner swap
The families of three American citizens and one legal permanent resident are awaiting the return of their family members who have been held captive in Russia. Their release is part of a monumental prisoner swap that involved Germany, Russia and other nations. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Olivia Gazis report.
Biden celebrates historic prisoner swap
President Biden addressed the nation Thursday alongside the family members of several prisoners who have been freed as part of a multi-nation negotiation that impacted 24 prisoners. John Dickerson anchored CBS News' special report.
Historic U.S.-Russia prisoner swap
Several countries involved in a historic prisoner swap successfully negotiated the release of 24 prisoners, including three American citizens and one legal permanent resident, and others from Russia, Germany and three other Western countries. CBS News' Olivia Gazis and Elizabeth Palmer break down the news, and William B. Taylor, a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, joins CBS News with his analysis of the diplomatic feat.
12 injured after Qatar Airways flight hits turbulence over Turkey
The flight QR107, which landed in Dublin just before 1 p.m. local time, experienced turbulence while airborne over Turkey, Dublin Airport officials said in a statement.
NYC museum curator allegedly tried to smuggle scorpion, spider samples
Lorenzo Prendini allegedly tried to take about 1,500 samples out of the country, news outlets reported.
Turkey halts all trade with Israel over mounting death toll in Gaza
The U.N. is warning that an Israeli offensive in Rafah would put hundreds of thousands of Palestinians "at imminent risk of death."
NYC hosts Persian Day Parade, a celebration of Middle Eastern cultures
A sea of red filled Madison Avenue, as dancers and marchers showed off their pride at the Persian Day Parade.
Trump meets with Poland's Duda: What to know
On Wednesday night, Poland's President Duda became the latest world leader to meet with former President Donald Trump. CBS News "Face the Nation" moderator and chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan explains what came out of the meeting.
Fire at nightclub and apartment building in Istanbul kills 29
Eight people were arrested over the blaze that began in a basement where builders had been renovating Club Masquerade.
Calls for investigation into Gaza City deaths
Multiple countries are condemning Israeli forces for firing at Palestinians awaiting delivery of aid in Gaza Thursday. The Israel Defense Forces say many people were killed because they were trampled in a chaotic crush for the aid, and that its troops only fired when they felt endangered by the crowd. But Palestinian health officials say the majority of the deaths were from gunshot wounds. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab is following the calls for an independent investigation.
Workers safe after gunmen take hostages at Procter & Gamble factory in Turkey
A hostage situation, started in apparent protest of the war in Gaza, at a factory owned by Procter & Gamble in Turkey, has been resolved, officials said.
Why Hungary hasn't ratified Sweden's NATO bid
Sweden wants to join NATO and only one country stands in its way. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News to discuss why Hungary has yet to ratify Sweden's membership — and what another NATO ally means for the U.S.
Turkey's parliament approves Sweden's NATO membership
Turkish legislators endorsed Sweden's NATO membership Tuesday, months after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed to the bid following negotiations about Sweden's stance on Kurdish militant groups.
SpaceX rocket blasts off to space station
A SpaceX crew took off Thursday from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on a mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space consultants Bill Harwood, CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and Alabama Public Radio news director Pat Duggins join with analysis.
Turkey detains Israeli soccer player for displaying Gaza war message
Israeli soccer player Sagiv Jehezkel was detained and kicked off his Turkish team for wearing a wristband referencing the war in Gaza.
Blinken back in Middle East
With fears mounting that the war in Gaza could erupt into a wider conflict across the Middle East, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is arriving in Turkey Friday for the first of many meetings over the next week. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more.
Blinken goes on 4th Israel trip since Oct. 7
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is headed to Israel this week for his fourth visit since the war with Hamas started. Axios world editor Laurin-Whitney Gottbrath joins CBS News to discuss Blinken's goals for the trip.
Turkish soccer league suspended after club boss punches ref in the face
A soccer federation boss said "statements of club presidents, managers, coaches and television commentators targeting referees" had opened the way for the attack.
Many Thanksgiving staples cost more this year
CBS News takes a look at how the costs of turkey and all the fixings will affect Thanksgiving dinner plans. Jo Ling Kent reports.
NYC mayor says his team follows the law
New York City Mayor Eric Adams told reporters Tuesday that he and his staff are cooperating with FBI investigators who are probing his 2021 mayoral campaign for potentially illegal contributions by foreign donors. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett reports from City Hall.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams pushes back on FBI probe
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is criticizing leaks about an FBI probe into his campaign financing as new details emerge about text messages between the mayor and Turkey's consul general. CBS News New York political reporter Marcia Kramer is following the latest details.
Latest on federal probe into NYC Mayor Adams
As federal agents investigate New York City Mayor Eric Adams over allegations that his 2021 campaign conspired with the Turkish government and others to receive illegal donations, a report from The New York Times suggests Adams also pressured city officials to open Manhattan's Turkish consulate that year despite concerns over fire safety. CBS News' Nancy Chen reports on the latest accusations to hit the embattled mayor, who has said his team "followed the rules."
Is Israel on the cusp of invading Gaza?
Israel is getting closer to carrying out its ground invasion of Gaza. CBS News' Catherine Herridge spoke with retired Gen. Joseph Votel — the former commander of U.S. Central Command, which oversees military operations in the Middle East.
Breaking down Israel's global relations
President Biden has pledged his unwavering support for Israel. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins CBS News to discuss how that commitment could affect U.S. relations with Israel's friends and adversaries.
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