U.S. meeting with Russians on ceasefire
U.S. officials are meeting with Russian representatives in Saudi Arabia to discuss the next steps in a potential ceasefire agreement with Ukraine. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
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Zelenskyy calls for pressure on Putin as U.S. pushes for limited truce
U.S. officials are meeting separately with Ukrainian and Russian officials in hopes of hammering out a partial ceasefire in the 3-year war in Ukraine.
Sudan's military retakes palace
Sudan's military said it recaptured the country's presidential palace from the rival Rapid Support Forces, or RSF. While this marks a major symbolic victory for the military, it does not necessarily mean the country's two-year civil war is close to an end. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more on this, immigration services and Ukraine peace talks.
GOP Rep. Jeff Hurd on DOGE cuts, Ukraine
A bill aimed to protect federal workers let go by the Department of Government Efficiency has some Republican backers. GOP Rep. Jeff Hurd of Colorado, who is on board with the legislation, joins "America Decides" to discuss his support.
Trump reacts to Putin on ceasefire deal
President Trump met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office and reacted to Russian President Vladimir Putin saying he accepts the terms of a 30-day ceasefire deal with Ukraine in principle. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Russia continues airstrikes on Ukraine
Russian drones hit Odesa, Ukraine, Thursday night, igniting massive fires. This comes after President Trump expressed optimism for peace talks that are expected to resume in a few days. Brian Taylor, director of the Moynihan Institute of Global Affairs at Syracuse University, joined CBS News to discuss the war.
What's next for Ukraine-Russia war
President Trump expressed optimism about his separate calls this week with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Nina Khrushcheva, professor in the Julien J. Studley Graduate Programs of International Affairs at the New School, joined CBS News to discuss the calls and what happens next between Russia and Ukraine.
Zelenskyy to address European leaders
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to deliver a virtual address to European Union leaders in Brussels Thursday, a day after speaking with President Trump about Ukraine's war with Russia. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has more.
Trump teases possible Xi Jinping visit
President Trump says his Chinese counterpart will visit Washington, D.C., in the "not so distant future." Jennifer Welch, chief geoeconomics analyst at Bloomberg, and Ravi Agrawal, editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine, join "America Decides" to discuss what that visit could mean amid brewing trade tensions.
Trump doubles down on judicial criticisms
President Trump is doubling down on his criticisms of the judicial branch. Since he took office, there have been several cases of federal judges temporarily stopping the administration from dismantling agencies or firing government employees. Plaintiffs, such as employee unions and nonprofits, have questioned the legality of these moves, many of which are still being argued in court. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports, and CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the case over deportation flights to El Salvador.
Takeaways from Trump-Zelenskyy call
President Trump held what he called a "very good" call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday. The two men focused on the partial agreement made with Russian President Vladimir Putin just a day before. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Charlie D'Agata report on what happens next in the ceasefire talks.
Ukraine on 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine is ready to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, according to U.S. officials who met with Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia. This comes as the Trump administration agreed to lift a freeze on intelligence sharing and military aid to Ukraine. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
White House outlines Trump call with Zelenskyy
During Wednesday's press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt read out the White House's take on President Trump's phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Trump call with Zelenskyy: What we know
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy both say the call they held Wednesday morning was good. It came a day after Mr. Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about Russia's war in Ukraine. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on the war and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest from the White House.
Russia strikes Ukraine hospital hours after Trump speaks with Putin
Hours after Trump said Putin had agreed to halt attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure, air raid sirens rang out and a drone hit a hospital in eastern Ukraine.
Early analysis of Trump's call with Zelenskyy
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call Wednesday that Mr. Trump described on social media as "very good." Nina Khrushcheva, professor of international affairs at the New School, joined CBS News with her initial thoughts on their conversation and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Trump says call with Zelenskyy was very good
President Trump held a call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Wednesday morning that he described in a social media post as very good. Mr. Trump spoke with Vladimir Putin Tuesday as the administration pushes for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has more.
Ukraine's reaction to Trump and Putin's call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he plans to speak with President Trump Wednesday in the wake of Mr. Trump's Tuesday call with Russian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on that and the president's continued attacks against a federal judge who issued a court order to stop the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act to carry out deportations.
Russia hits Ukrainian hospital after Trump call
President Trump said Tuesday that he and Russian leader Vladimir Putin agreed to immediately halt attacks "on all energy and infrastructure in Ukraine," but just hours after the call a series of Russian strikes damaged a hospital in Ukraine. Russia has also accused Ukraine of its own attacks on Russian infrastructure. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports on the war and former Ambassador William Taylor joins CBS News to provide analysis.
What to know about Trump's call with Putin
Following an over two-hour phone call between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, all Russian forces were ordered to immediately cease attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Nancy Cordes has more.
Trump and Putin stress improving U.S.-Russia relations in phone call
Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.
Putin didn't agree to full ceasefire in Trump call
During a call with President Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to an immediate pause on attacks on energy infrastructure targets in Ukraine, but not to a broader 30-day ceasefire. As Holly Williams reports, the Kremlin said Russia would only agree to that if all foreign military aid to Ukraine is stopped.
Was Trump, Putin's phone call successful?
President Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday. The call lasted about 90 minutes, according to the White House. The two leaders both said they agreed to begin negotiations "immediately" to achieve a fuller ceasefire. They also discussed efforts to strengthen U.S.-Russian relations. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the details.
Takeaways from Trump-Putin call on Ukraine
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on the phone Tuesday about ending the war in Ukraine. The leaders agreed that the movement towards peace would begin with an energy and infrastructure ceasefire. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Trump says call with Russia was productive
The White House said negotiations with Russia will begin immediately to end the war in Ukraine. President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on the phone on Tuesday. Putin agreed to pause strikes on Ukrainian energy and infrastructure. Michael O'Hanlon, director of research at the Brookings Institution's Foreign Policy Program, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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Trump cancels Kushner, Witkoff trip to Pakistan for Iran talks
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were expected to head to Islamabad Saturday, but President Trump said later that his "representatives" would not be going.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
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U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
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White House mulls using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines takeover
President Trump is open to some type of federal action, several sources told CBS News, and he has said publicly he'd "do it to save the jobs."
2 Georgia wildfires destroy more than 100 homes, scorch over 40,000 acres
Extreme drought has turned the region into a tinderbox and allowed flames to spread.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
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King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
2 Georgia wildfires destroy more than 100 homes, scorch over 40,000 acres
Extreme drought has turned the region into a tinderbox and allowed flames to spread.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Roommate faces murder charges in deaths of 2 doctoral students
A 26-year-old man is facing two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, according to authorities.
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Naval escorts will likely be needed when Strait of Hormuz reopens, Chevron CEO says
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The Iran war's economic hit could linger through 2026, economists say
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Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
Trader Joe's customers sue over coffee's caffeine levels
Consumers allege that Trader Joe's improperly advertised a coffee product as fully caffeinated when it was not.
IEA says Iran war will keep the natural gas market tight for two years
The conflict is expected to crimp global natural gas supplies due to damage to liquefied natural gas facilities in Qatar.
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Trump says he canceled Kushner, Witkoff trip for Iran talks: "We have all the cards"
President Trump cited wasted time and confusion over leadership, adding, "we have all the cards."
Book excerpt: "The First Eight" by Jim Clyburn
The South Carolina Democrat, the ninth Black man to represent his state in the House of Representatives, writes of his predecessors who helped direct the course of America during and after Reconstruction.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
Trump extends Jones Act waiver for another 90 days
The waiver lets international ships carry goods between U.S. ports and is aimed at lowering energy prices.
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A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
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Trump says he canceled Kushner, Witkoff trip for Iran talks: "We have all the cards"
President Trump cited wasted time and confusion over leadership, adding, "we have all the cards."
King Charles' U.S. visit to start Monday amid strained U.S.-U.K. relations
Britain's King Charles will be visiting the U.S. starting on Monday to mark America's 250th anniversary – his first trip since his coronation nearly three years ago.
Armed groups in Mali attack capital in possible coordinated effort, army says
Mali has been plagued by insurgencies fought by affiliates of al Qaeda and the Islamic State group.
U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific, military says
U.S. Southern Command shared a video showing a boat floating in the water before an explosion left it in flames.
Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
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Frankie Grande on starring in "Titaníque"
Frankie Grande sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his starring role in Broadway's latest hit show "Titaníque," after originating the part in the show's Off-Broadway run.
Woman brings South Carolina town back to life
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Broadway star on role with Savannah Bananas
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The Milk Carton Kids perform "A Friend Like You"
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Sam Altman apologizes for not flagging authorities to mass shooter's ChatGPT account
The ChatGPT account of the shooter, who killed eight people in a small British Columbia community, had been banned about eight months prior to the massacre.
Why phone-free parties are gaining popularity
Some young people are opting to go phone-free to live in the moment. USA Today youth mental health reporter Rachel Hale went to an underground, phone-free party in New York City and wrote about her experience. She tells "The Daily Report" about it.
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.
Meta to cut 8,000 jobs as it charges into AI
Meta plans to lay off roughly 10% of its workforce as the technology giant steps up its spending on artificial intelligence.
Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes
One woman's entire life savings was stolen from her by sophisticated scammers who used artificial intelligence to perfectly manipulate her.
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From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
60-foot octopus ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs, fossils show
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Mysterious "golden orb" found in deep sea in 2023 is finally identified
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Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
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Murder charges in case of USF students
A 26-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection to the disappearance of two University of South Florida doctoral students after one was found dead and police continue searching for the other, authorities said Saturday.
Mom charged after son injures Vietnam vet
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DOJ permits death by firing squad
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Polymarket on soldier arrest: "The system works"
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Missing Florida student found dead, arrest made
One of two missing University of South Florida doctoral students was found dead, and a roommate was taken into custody, police said on Friday.
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Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
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