Zelenskyy to meet Thursday with senators
It's unclear whether Ukraine's president will also meet with House members.
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Biden, Netanyahu at United Nations
New York City is hosting world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly, where President Biden, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are among those speaking. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
The stakes behind Ukraine's surprise attack inside Russian territory
Zelenskyy is gambling that his surprise attack into Russia can convince Putin to negotiate an end to the 2½-year-old war which has produced an estimated one million casualties. But Putin continues to rely on the sheer weight of numbers to grind Ukraine down.
Ukrainian president to visit Pennsylvania ammunition factory to thank workers
He is expected to go to the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant to kick off a busy week in the U.S. shoring up support for Ukraine.
Ukraine launches "massive drone attack" on military depot deep in Russia
Russia said it was working to repel a Ukrainian drone attack on Toropets, where there's a major military depot, as explosions lit up the night.
Biden hosts Starmer for Ukraine missile talks
President Biden hosted British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House Friday. Topping the agenda was support for Ukraine as the nation's leaders have been pushing for the U.S. to let it strike deeper into Russian territory using Western-supplied weapons. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the details.
Putin issues warning for NATO over missiles
Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning that Russia will be at war with the U.S. and European countries if NATO leaders grant Ukraine permission to use long-range missiles inside Russian territory. Putin said he'd consider the move an act of war and that Moscow would make "appropriate decisions in response to the threats." CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.
Ukraine says Russia hit civilian grain vessel
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of escalating the conflict by attacking a civilian ship transporting grain in the Black Sea on Thursday. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee has more on the missile strike.
Blinken wraps Europe tour for Ukraine support
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up his latest trip to Europe Thursday in Poland where he met with officials to discuss Ukraine and its weapons needs. Vedant Patel, principal deputy press secretary for the State Department, joined CBS News to discuss Blinken's trip, Ukraine and Israel's ongoing war in Gaza.
Blinken visits Kyiv in show of support
Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his British counterpart traveled to Ukraine's capital city of Kyiv on Wednesday. The visit comes as Ukrainian officials seek permission to strike deep inside Russian territory using American-made weapons. The U.S. has so far resisted those requests out of concern it could escalate the conflict. Seth Jones, senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss.
U.S. says Iran now supplying Russia with missiles for Ukraine war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Russia is likely to start hammering Ukraine with Iranian-provided ballistic missiles "within weeks."
Zelenskyy on Russia war critical moment
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said "it is a critical moment" in the war against Russia as news of more U.S. aid emerges. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
U.S. promises Ukraine more aid at "critical moment" in war with Russia
Lloyd Austin announces more support for Ukraine at a "critical moment" in the war with Russia, as Zelenskyy says his partners' promises are unfulfilled.
U.S. to send another $250 million to Ukraine
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has announced an additional $250 million in security assistance for Ukraine as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presses his allies for more weapons. The news comes as Russia continues its onslaught on Ukraine with another wave of missile and drone attacks overnight. Senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Ukraine names new foreign minister
Ukraine has named a new foreign minister, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy looking to shake up his government as Russia's invasion approaches its third year.
Ukraine cabinet shakeup amid war
Ukraine's foreign minister submitted his resignation Wednesday in what is the country's largest shakeup since the start of its war with Russia. This comes after a new wave of Russian attacks targeting the western city of Lviv in which at least seven people were killed, including three children. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee is following the story.
Ukrainian minister Dmytro Kuleba resigns
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba resigned Wednesday morning ahead of an expected cabinet shakeup by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Kuleba's resignation also comes as Russia continues its onslaught of deadly missile strikes across Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.
NATO member Poland scrambles jets as Russia attacks western Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say a Russian missile strike on the western city of Lviv killed seven people. It also shows the risk of the war's proximity to NATO land.
Deadly Russian strikes on Ukraine continue
At least seven people were killed Tuesday night in Ukraine as Russia continued its assault across the country. BBC News correspondent Nick Beake has more from Poltava, Ukraine, where more than 50 people were killed Wednesday by Russian missiles.
Russia steps up missile attacks on Ukraine
Russia launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Ukraine overnight. At least 51 people were killed when a military school in Poltava was struck. Ian Lee has the details.
Ukraine says it's gaining ground in Russia
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin met with Ukraine's defense minister Friday at the Pentagon to discuss a range of topics including Ukraine's critical needs on the front lines and Russia's recent wave of attacks that have hit civilian infrastructure. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Ukrainian air force commander fired after fatal F-16 crash
Lt. Gen. Anatolii Kryvonozhko was appointed acting air force commander, the army's general staff said.
Russia continues airstrikes on Ukraine
Russia continues to slam Ukraine with a barrage of missiles, killing civilians in the process, with the head of the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog saying Tuesday, "The danger… of a nuclear accident has emerged." CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.
Russia hits Ukraine's energy infrastructure
At least three people are dead after Russia launched several attacks across Ukraine Monday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says more than 100 missiles and 100 drones were used. Russia's defense ministry says it was targeting Ukraine's critical energy infrastructure. BBC News video journalist Abdujalil Abdurasulov joined CBS News with more.
Ukraine, Russia swap prisoners of war
Two-and-a-half years after Russia invaded Ukraine, Kyiv has taken the fight into Russia, seizing nearly 500 square miles of the Kursk region. Ukraine captured hundreds of young Russian conscripts, and Moscow and Ukraine made a trade Saturday, swapping a total of 230 prisoners of war.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz "completely open" amid Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
Iran says in light of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, "passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open."
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
Maps show more severe storms forecast for central U.S. after tornadoes, flooding
More than 51 million are under the threat of severe weather Friday evening from Texas to Wisconsin, as some are still cleaning up from tornadoes earlier in the week.
Trump to nominate Cameron Hamilton to run FEMA after he was ousted last year
Cameron Hamilton was acting leader of FEMA last year and was ousted after telling Congress that the agency should not be eliminated.
Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct, which he denies
GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.
Controversial surveillance program extended by House but only until April 30
The House OK'd a short-term renewal until April 30 of FISA, the controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted, refusing President Trump's push for a longer extension.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
Musician d4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in teen's death, LAPD says
Singer and songwriter d4vd has been arrested on suspicion of murder for the death of a 14-year-old whose dismembered body was found last year in a Tesla belonging to the singer.
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Trump to nominate Cameron Hamilton to run FEMA after he was ousted last year
Cameron Hamilton was acting leader of FEMA last year and was ousted after telling Congress that the agency should not be eliminated.
Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
Maps show more severe storms forecast for Midwest after tornadoes, flooding
More than 51 million people are under the threat of severe weather Friday evening from Texas to Wisconsin, as some are still cleaning up from tornadoes earlier in the week.
Remains found in car ID'd as family who mysteriously vanished in 1958
The Ford station wagon thought to belong to the Martin family was found in 2024 by a diver who had been looking for it for several years.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
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Ford recalls nearly 1.4 million pickup trucks due to gearshift issue
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
Airline adding triple-decker bunk beds in economy-class for long-haul flights
Air New Zealand will soon offer four-hour stints in triple-decker bunk beds for long-haul flights. The carrier says they'll be the first lie-flat beds for budget air travelers.
AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
This is the fastest-growing job for young workers, LinkedIn says
Hint: It involves AI, and a LinkedIn economist says employers are clamoring for people to fill these roles.
NPR gets $113 million in gifts, including $80 million from Connie Ballmer
NPR said the donation from Ballmer, the largest to the public radio network by a living donor, will help offset the loss of federal funding in 2025.
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Trump to nominate Cameron Hamilton to run FEMA after he was ousted last year
Cameron Hamilton was acting leader of FEMA last year and was ousted after telling Congress that the agency should not be eliminated.
Controversial surveillance program extended by House but only until April 30
The House OK'd a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted and refused President Trump's push for a longer extension.
Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct, which he denies
GOP Rep. Anna Paulina Luna told CBS News that Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego was the previously unnamed senator whom she accused of "very disturbing" conduct. Gallego has denied all wrongdoing.
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ICE head Todd Lyons planning to leave agency this spring
Todd Lyons, the acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is planning to leave the federal government later this spring.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
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Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
RFK Jr. defends proposed 12% health budget cut, measles response in House testimony
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Ways and Means Committee on Thursday, kicking off an expected sprint of seven budget hearings he'll attend over the next week.
Trump announces he's nominating Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
CBS News reported Wednesday that Dr. Erica Schwartz was emerging as the president's top pick for the role.
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Trump to sign executive order on psychedelic drug used abroad to treat PTSD
Ibogaine is used in Mexico and the Caribbean to treat depression, anxiety, addiction and brain trauma.
As U.S. birth rate falls, Trump officials downplay contraception in Title X program
According to new CDC data, there were 3.6 million U.S. births in 2025, a 1% decline from 2024 and down 23% since 2007. The Trump administration has said it wants to reverse this trend.
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Ancient cave, hippo bones found under castle: "Once-in-a-lifetime discovery"
A prehistoric hidden cave and hippo bones found beneath Pembroke Castle could transform understanding of ancient life in Britain, researchers said
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz "completely open" amid Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
President Trump has welcomed Iran's announcement that, at least while the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire holds, the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" to all ships.
U.S. intelligence detects signs China is weighing giving Iran advance radar systems
The technology would enhance Iran's ability to detect and track incoming threats, like low-flying drones and cruise missiles.
Cuban leader says country will "be ready" for possible U.S. attack
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel says that while Cuba does not want military aggression from the United States, his country is prepared to fight back.
Latest effort to rein in Trump on Iran falls short in House vote
Few Republicans have been willing to distance themselves from the president as the war's end remains uncertain.
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
Surprise twist in "Survivor 50" elimination
(Warning: Spoilers ahead!) "CBS Mornings" reveals a surprising twist in Wednesday's "Survivor 50" episode that led to a historic trial council ceremony.
More on Live Nation, Ticketmaster ruling
A jury ruled that Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated as an illegal monopoly. Variety's Jem Aswad joins CBS News with more.
Simon Helberg on "The Audacity"
Simon Helberg, known for his role as Howard in "The Big Bang Theory," talks about the new show "The Audacity." Helberg plays a developer who is creating an AI companion. He explains what drew him to the role and discusses the show's messages about humanity and technology.
What happened to influencer Clavicular?
Controversial influencer Clavicular said he is home from the hospital after his livestream abruptly ended on Tuesday night. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports and The Free Press' River Page has more.
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AI "agents" can do your shopping. Should you let them?
Big retailers are embracing agentic commerce as a new way to shop. But you should think twice before handing over your credit card, tech experts say.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Actor Val Kilmer died last April, and yet he is starring in a new movie, made after his death. Jo Ling Kent reports on how filmmakers resurrected his voice and image by using artificial intelligence.
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.
Key takeaways on Anthropic's new AI model
More concerns are emerging about Anthropic's new Mythos AI model. Matt Shumer, a former AI company founder and CEO, joins CBS News with more details.
How hackers are using AI to breach networks
U.S. officials are warning of Iranian cyberattacks on businesses and consumers. It comes as a new FBI report shows losses from cybercrime reached nearly $21 billion last year. Ash-har Quraishi shows how hackers are using artificial intelligence, and how you can protect yourself.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct
Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna joined CBS News on Thursday with allegations of misconduct linked to Arizona Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego. Politico's Nicholas Wu joins CBS News with more as Gallego denies the accusations.
Police: Politician killed wife, himself
Police in Virginia say the former Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax died after he shot and killed his wife and then turned the gun on himself. Nicole Sganga reports.
Divorce battle preceded Fairfax murder-suicide
Just after midnight on Thursday, police say former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed his wife and then himself in their home. Both of their teenage children were home at the time of the incident. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Sharp increase in ICE detention deaths
New JAMA network research data shows a sharp increase in the number of people who died while in ICE detention last year. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
ICE agent accused of assault for pulling gun on 2 people on highway, charges say
Gregory Morgan Jr. of Temple Hills, Maryland, was charged Thursday morning with two counts of second-degree assault in the Feb. 5 incident.
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Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
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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.
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?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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?
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Israel-Lebanon temporary ceasefire in effect
The 10-day temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is now in effect. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more.
Phone photos help solve missing teen case
After a missing teenager is tracked to a remote Iowa farm, photos discovered on an old cellphone reveal important clues. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales investigates how law enforcement put the pieces together to figure out what happened to Jade Colvin.
Justin Fairfax and his wife found dead
Police say former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife, Dr. Cerina Fairfax, inside their Virginia home and then turned the gun on himself on Thursday. Police say Cerina Fairfax recently served her husband with divorce papers. Nicole Sganga reports.
What we know on traffic at Strait of Hormuz
Traffic at the Strait of Hormuz continues to be hindered by Iran and the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports. Ami Daniel, the co-founder and CEO of Windward, joins CBS News with more details.
Rep. Luna accuses Sen. Gallego of misconduct
Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida told CBS News she's urging Senate Majority Leader John Thune to look into what she called "disturbing" allegations involving Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona, including sexual misconduct. Gallego has denied the allegations and a spokesperson for him said in part, "these are right wing conspiracy theories being parroted by a fringe far right member of Congress."