Putin sees "no point" in meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss ending war
President Zelenskyy chided Putin in his first public message to the Russian leader, who called it "boorish" on Friday.
Vladimir Putin
Will Putin agree to talks with Zelenskyy?
Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling on Vladimir Putin to hold direct talks to end the Russia-Ukraine war. CBS News' Ian Lee breaks down the latest in the yearslong conflict.
Zelenskyy proposes direct talks with Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is proposing direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Ukraine hits Russian oil terminal, warship
Ukraine struck a Russian oil terminal and a warship, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday, as the countries ramp up attacks against each other. CBS News' Aidan Stretch has more.
Russian missile, drone attack on Ukraine kills at least 22, officials say
Russian missile, drone strikes kill at least 22 people across Ukraine, authorities say, after President Zelenskyy warned Moscow was planning a "massive new strike."
New acting intelligence chief faces criticism
President Trump on Tuesday announced housing official Bill Pulte will serve as the acting director of national intelligence. Pulte has no defense or intelligence experience. CBS News' Samantha Vinograd and Eleanor Watson join to discuss.
Russia unleashes massive barrage across Ukraine
Russia launched a barrage of drones and missiles across Ukraine overnight, killing at least 13 people and injuring dozens more. These videos show the attacks and their aftermath.
Latest on major Russian attack on Ukraine
Dozens of missiles and drones hit Kyiv and other major cities in Ukraine on Tuesday. More than a dozen people were killed and 100 injured in the attacks. Russia says it was in response to what it called "terrorist acts." Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
Zelenskyy: "More pressure" needed on Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "more pressure" is needed to get Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table to end the war. The interview was taped on May 29.
Open: "Face the Nation," May 31, 2026
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy provides an update on the war as his country braces for new potential Russian attacks. Former Vice President Mike Pence, Sen. Chris Murphy, and World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain also join.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine bracing for Russian attacks
There are deepening fears of an imminent large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the state of the war.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine bracing for Russia attacks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan that his country is bracing for "big attacks" from Russia on Friday or Saturday night. "Our people have to be very, very careful, cautious, and children, and they have to use bomb shelters...nobody knows 100%, but there is a high percent," Zelenskyy said in an interview airing Sunday.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine expects massive attack
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells "Face The Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan that a massive Russian attack in Ukraine is expected over the weekend. This comes as Zelenskyy urges the U.S. to expand deliveries of Patriot missile systems. Brennan joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" with more details.
U.K. spy chief on Russian death toll in war
A U.K. spy chief says nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers have died in the war with Ukraine. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Is a shifting tide behind a Russian warning to foreigners in Ukraine?
As Russia hammers Ukraine with bombs and warns foreigners to flee its capital, analysts think it may reflect a war "shifting in favor of Ukrainian forces."
Russia uses hypersonic missile in Ukraine attack
Several European leaders are condemning Russia after it attacked Ukraine overnight with a hypersonic ballistic missile during an intense assault on Kyiv. Leigh Kiniry has more.
Ukraine ups security as Russia holds nuclear strike drills with Belarus
Russia says "nuclear munitions" sent to Belarus for joint drills in the country that Moscow used as a launchpad for its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Iran threatens to push war "beyond the region"
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns that if the U.S. or Israel resume attacks, it would push the war "beyond the region." Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins with analysis.
China's Xi meets with Russia's Putin
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin for a meeting days after President Trump's trip to Asia. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Xi welcomes Putin and touts "unyielding" ties on heels of Trump's visit
China's Xi Jinping welcomed Vladimir Putin in Beijing, touted the countries' "unyielding" ties, and took a loosely veiled jab at Trump's policies.
Putin visiting China following Trump visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting China a week after President Trump's summit with Xi Jinping. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Russia conducting 3 days of major nuclear drills
Russia's army has started three days of nuclear weapons drills involving thousands of troops across the country, as Kyiv escalates its drone attacks and with President Vladimir Putin headed to China.
Days after Trump's summit in Beijing, Putin will meet with China's Xi
Russia's Putin will travel to Beijing next week to meet China's Xi. The announcement came one day after President Trump returned from his own summit with the Chinese leader.
Ukraine says Russia launches "virtually nonstop" strikes on Kyiv
More than 1,500 Russian drones and dozens of missiles were launched in the last two days, according to Ukrainian officials.
Video shows Russian attack against Ukraine
Russia unleashed a massive two-day aerial barrage on Ukraine, the largest since the war began, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday. These videos show the damage in the capital city, Kyiv.
Live
Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire as stalemate continues in peace talks
The U.S. military reported that it has shot down six Iranian one-way attack drones headed toward the Strait of Hormuz.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
Pratt's lead over Raman further erodes in new L.A. mayoral race results
Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the race for L.A. mayor has continued to diminish since election night.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Iran soccer team departs for Mexico ahead of World Cup
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
U.S.
More U.S.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Why a 55-mile trek is a mandatory rite of passage for freshmen at one high school
The five-day, 55-mile Appalachian Trail hike is a 53-year tradition for freshmen at St. Benedict's Preparatory School.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
Politics
More Politics
Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Pratt's lead over Raman further erodes in new L.A. mayoral race results
Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the race for L.A. mayor has continued to diminish since election night.
Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects
Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race has not yet been projected to advance.
Colombia's Petro accuses Trump of intervening in his country's election
Colombian President Gustavo Petro argues the U.S. has chosen to align against his government and back forces he identifies as complicit in the drug trade.
No bags, no watch parties: What to expect when Trump attends NBA Finals
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
HealthWatch
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Veteran runs to fight "life-changing disease" after minor symptoms
Dr. Sara Whittingham thought she would know if something was wrong. But her minor symptoms had a surprising cause.
In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
World
More World
Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Iran soccer team departs for Mexico ahead of World Cup
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
In France, Hegseth invokes immigration and "invasion" in D-Day remarks
Hegseth's speech echoed broader Trump administration rhetoric over border security and migration in Europe.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Entertainment
Patton Oswalt on his new comedy special
Patton Oswalt sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his new special, "Tea & Scotch," and reflect on his comedic journey.
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine on new film
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their new film, "Only What We Carry," which was shot in six days and mostly improvised.
Ashley McBryde performs "Ten To Midnight"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Ten To Midnight."
Ashley McBryde performs "Bottle Tells Me So"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Bottle Tells Me So."
Ashley McBryde performs "What If We Don't"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "What If We Don't."
Technology
More Technology
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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.
Alarm over computer "worms" created with AI
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
Science
More Science
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Crime
More Crime
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
L.A. police chase ends in deadly shooting
The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rush hour. In the second incident, an alleged carjacker was taken down by a police K-9 following a meandering three-hour chase. Carter Evans has more.
Marine veteran fights off armed attackers
A Marine veteran was working on his truck in front of his home in Oxon Hill, Maryland, this week, when four teens tried to rob him at gunpoint. That is when his military training kicked in. Tom Hanson reports.
Judge orders detention of ex-CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars
Former CIA official David Rush was arrested in May after FBI agents found gold bars worth about $40 million at his home while probing whether he had lied about his educational and military background, according to court records.
Space
More Space
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
How fans are feeling ahead of the World Cup
Seattle's Space Needle sported a new look on Saturday, painted like a soccer ball. The city is one of 16 across North America set to host men's World Cup games. Nicole Valdes reports on how die-hard fans are getting ready.
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
Protests in Albania over Trump family project
Saturday marked the seventh day of protests over a planned luxury resort in Albania linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump. Activists call it the "Flamingo Revolution." They've adopted the pink bird as a symbol of the wildlife they say will be destroyed if the billion-dollar project goes ahead. Ian Lee has more.
Remains of missing American found in Japan
The mother of 20-year-old missing Auburn University student James Weston Higginbotham posted on Facebook that a group of search and rescue volunteers had found her son's body in a mountainous area outside Kyoto, Japan. Anna Coren reports.