French actor Gérard Depardieu denies sexual assault charges in court
French cinema icon Gérard Depardieu stands accused of sexually assaulting two women during the filming of Les Volets Verts (The Green Shutters) in Paris.
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Hunter accused of killing endangered mother bear claims self-defense
Andre Rives was boar-hunting in 2021 when a female bear nicknamed Caramelles attacked him. "She was eating my leg," he said. "I reloaded my rifle and fired."
Former mafia godfather shot dead on highway in France
Jean-Pierre Maldera died after he was shot in his car in the middle of a busy highway near the French city of Grenoble, officials said.
Trump casts new doubt on U.S. commitment to defend NATO allies
Asked about NATO Article 5 commitment, Trump says U.S. "not going to defend" allies that fail to meet his spending requirements.
Ex-doctor in France mass-rape case admits abusing granddaughter, too
A former doctor who's admitted sexually assaulting hundreds of children is facing likely new charges for abusing his own granddaughter.
European leaders host summit to shore up support for Ukraine
The meeting has been overshadowed by the extraordinary scolding of Ukrainian President Volodymyr by President Trump at the White House.
Ex-wife, sister testify in trial of surgeon accused of mass sex abuse
The women took the stand in the trial of Joel Le Scouarnec, a former surgeon accused of raping or sexually assaulting hundreds of children who were his patients.
Key takeaways from Trump-Macron meeting
Three years after Russia launched an unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, President Trump welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to the White House. Erica Brown has details.
Trump, Macron hold press conference
President Trump held a press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House on Monday and touched on the future of Ukraine's war with Russia and how European countries are navigating a potential peace deal. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Fugitive known as "The Fly" caught months after deadly prison escape
Two guards were killed when armed assailants helped Mohamed Amra escape from a prison convoy last May, prompting a high-profile search.
Europe concerned over US-Russia talks on Ukraine
Diplomats from the U.S. and Russia are meeting this week to talk about ending the war in Ukraine. The talks are in Saudi Arabia, but all of Europe, including Ukraine, have been frozen out. That led French President Macron to convene an emergency meeting of European leaders in Paris. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
French Ambassador Philippe Etienne on "The Takeout"
French Ambassador Philippe Etienne joins Major Garrett on this week's edition of "The Takeout" to discuss the recent hit to U.S.-French diplomacy, and how the two countries can ease the strained relationship. Then, they discuss what Western allies need to do as China's influence rises in the Indo-Pacific region. Plus, a look the rich history between France and the U.S. and how a "good chef" can make or break a diplomatic negotiation.
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Voters head to polls for Super Tuesday; France votes to make abortion a constitutional right.
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Russia suspends participation in Black Sea grain deal; France's Women's World Cup ad goes viral.
The ramifications of Trump's Gaza plan
President Trump has said the U.S. is committed to buying and owning the Gaza Strip, despite the Palestinian Authority saying the land is not for sale. Matthew Kroenig, an expert with the Atlantic Council, joins CBS News to assess Trump's plans for the future of the Palestinian territory.
Vance questions authority of judicial system
Vice President Vance landed in Europe on Monday for an artificial intelligence summit after questioning the authority of the U.S. judicial system in a social media post. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more from Paris. Then, Dave Weigel, politics reporter for Semafor, and Sabrina Rodriguez, national political reporter for The Washington Post, join to unpack Vance's comments.
Paris' Louvre to undergo ambitious renovation
As part of an ambitious overhaul of the iconic Louvre museum in Paris, Leonardo da Vinci's painting of the Mona Lisa will be installed in a special exhibition space in an effort to alleviate the crush of crowds jostling to catch a glimpse of her enigmatic smile. Elaine Cobbe has more.
French court orders cop to pay woman who reported sexual assault
Activists said the case reflected how many police officers treated victims of sexual violence.
France plans $800M makeover for the Louvre, Mona Lisa's overcrowded home
Paris' centuries-old Louvre Museum — home of da Vinci's iconic Mona Lisa — is getting an $800 million makeover, and American visitors will have to help pay for it.
Vance to attend global AI summit in Paris for first international trip as VP
JD Vance is traveling to the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris for his first international trip as vice president.
Divorcee who stopped having sex with husband wins appeal at court
"I hope that this decision will mark a turning point in the fight for women's rights in France," the woman said.
Men confess to brutal murder after over 20 years on the run
After nearly 22 years in hiding, the two fugitives were arrested in near Barcelona.
Use of "aphrodisiac honey" is surging, customs officials warn
A record amount of illegally imported honey touted as a sexual enhancement — but often tainted with erectile dysfunction drugs — was seized in France last year.
Caroline Darian, daughter of Dominique Pelicot, says he "should die in prison"
"When I look back, I don't really remember the father that I thought he was. I look straight to the criminal, the sexual criminal he is," Caroline Darian says.
Founder of adult website linked to mass rape trial faces charges
The website enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife for years, authorities say.
2025 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado
The Venezuelan opposition leader got the prize for fighting for democracy in her country.
New York AG Letitia James indicted in Virginia
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, marking the second Trump foe to face federal prosecution in recent weeks.
Israeli government approves hostage and ceasefire deal
Trump says Hamas will likely release all Israeli hostages by early next week, as the "first phase" of a deal to end the war in Gaza is expected to take effect soon.
Venezuela wants U.N. meeting over "mounting threats" by U.S.
Maduro's government expressed its expectation of an "armed attack" against Venezuela in "a very short time."
Shutdown will extend into next week as Senate adjourns without breaking stalemate
The government shutdown will last at least until at least next week, as the Senate adjourned until Tuesday after another round of failed votes to reopen the government.
Chicago federal judge temporarily blocks National Guard deployment in Illinois
A federal judge on Thursday granted a partial restraining order to block the Trump administration's deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois, after state and local leaders objected to the deployment.
Defense Secretary Hegseth launches task force to fix chronic issues in barracks
A 2023 report criticized "poor living conditions" in some barracks and said they "undermine quality of life and readiness" of the military.
Indiana executes man who raped, killed 15-year-old girl
An Indiana man convicted in the 2001 rape and murder of a teenage girl was executed by injection in the state's third execution since resuming capital punishment last year.
Sister Jean, beloved chaplain of Loyola Ramblers basketball team, dies at 106
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM — who became world-famous as the chaplain and biggest fan of the Loyola University Ramblers men's basketball team — has died.