Israel strikes pound Gaza, killing dozens and forcing a main hospital to close
The bloodshed followed the launch of a new Israeli military operation aimed at putting more pressure on Hamas to release hostages.
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U.S. negotiators working for Gaza ceasefire
As U.S. diplomatic negotiators are working to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, as Israel has stepped up the war in Gaza. Debora Patta reports from Tel Aviv.
Israel launches new offensive to pressure Hamas to release hostages
The Israeli military said the new offensive in Gaza will not stop until the hostages are returned and Hamas is dismantled.
Israel intensifies war in Gaza with new offensive
There is a renewed push by mediators from the U.S. and Qatar to revive stalled ceasefire talks as Israel has intensified its war in Gaza. Debora Patta reports.
Trump says U.S. will stop Gaza war as death toll reportedly hits 53,000
As health officials in Hamas-run Gaza put death toll over 53,000, Trump says, "we're going to get that taken care of. A lot of people are starving."
Gaza hunger leaves girl severely malnourished
The Israeli government has repeatedly denied Gaza is facing starvation, and says that the more than two-month aid blockade is to force Hamas to release the remaining hostages taken in the Oct. 7 attack that killed just under 1,200 people. But according to the United Nation's World Food Programme, there are at least 14,000 who are severely malnourished. Debora Patta reports.
Struggle to find food in Gaza as aid dwindles
More than 120 people in the Gaza Strip were reportedly killed in another round of Israeli air strikes. It comes as Israel's aid blockade enters its third month. The United Nations warns that one in five of Gaza's two million residents face starvation.
Brother of Israeli hostage still hoping for safe return
Gal and Guy Gilboa-Dalal were at the Nova music festival when Hamas launched its Oct. 7 terror attack. Gal escaped, but his brother did not.
Hamas attack survivor fears for hostage brother
Trapped in the ruins of Gaza, there are at least 20 Israelis who are still alive and held captive by Hamas. One of them is Gal Gilboa-Dalal's brother. Debora Patta reports.
Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza, dimming hope amid Trump's peace push
Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu defiantly ramps up the war in Gaza, despite mounting pressure from Trump and castigation by France's president.
Former ambassador to Israel on Trump
President Trump is pitching regional stability and global investment during his trip to the Middle East, the first foreign policy visit of his second term. Notably, a trip to Israel, now 19 months into its conflict with Hamas militants, is not on his schedule. Daniel Shapiro, U.S. ambassador to Israel during the Obama administration, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Edan Alexander's family reflects on reunion, trauma their son experienced
For the first time since American-Israeli Edan Alexander's release by Hamas, his family is speaking publicly about what their son went through.
Edan Alexander emotional family reunion
Edan Alexander, the last known living U.S.-Israeli hostage held by Hamas, reunited with his family after spending 19 months in captivity. CBS News' Debora Patta reports.
Hostage Edan Alexander reunites with family
Edan Alexander, believed to be the last surviving American hostage in Gaza, was freed after more than 19 months in Hamas captivity. His emotional reunion comes amid growing pressure for a broader hostage deal.
Hamas releases U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander
The American dual national Edan Alexander has been handed over by Hamas more than 19 months after he was taken hostage.
Reaction to Hamas release of U.S. hostage
Hamas on Monday released Edan Alexander, the 21-year-old who is believed to be the last living American hostage held since Hamas invaded Israel on October 7, 2023. Tom Hanson has more.
How Edan Alexander's release came together
Hamas freed American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander on Monday after more than 19 months in captivity. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has the details.
Latest on Edan Alexander's release from Hamas
Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage who was being held in Gaza. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has more.
More on Edan Alexander's release
Edan Alexander, the last living U.S.-Israeli hostage, has been released by Hamas as a goodwill action for more Gaza humanitarian aid and before an Israeli delegation heads to Qatar for negotiations. CBS News' Robert Berger and Caitlin Huey-Burns report.
Details on Edan Alexander release
After more than 19 months in Hamas captivity, Israel-American hostage Edan Alexander has been released. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that and Qatar's donation of a jumbo jet for President Trump to use as a presidential plane.
Hamas releases Edan Alexander
Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage held by Hamas, has been released, according to Hamas. Alexander was kidnapped during the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel. John Dickerson anchored this CBS News special report.
Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
The challenges facing Gaza's wounded children
As the Israel-Hamas war continues, many children in Gaza are facing hunger and devastating injuries. Some, medevaced to Qatar, are learning to live without limbs, and often without their families.
Trump says fewer than 2 dozen hostages believed to still be alive in Gaza
President Trump's comments came as Israel approved plans on Monday to seize the Gaza Strip and to stay in the Palestinian territory for an unspecified amount of time.
Trump says U.S. will stop bombing Houthis
President Trump announced Tuesday that the U.S. would stop bombing Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on that and the president's meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
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Shutdown matches record for longest ever as Senate readies 14th vote
The Senate will vote for a 14th time to reopen the government as the shutdown matches the record for longest in U.S. history. Follow live updates here.
Dick Cheney, powerful former vice president, dies at 84
Former Vice President Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful people to hold the office, has died, his family says. He was 84.
Supreme Court prepares to weigh tariffs fight in test of Trump's power
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Dems seek details on Epstein co-conspirator probe that was "inexplicably killed"
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein provided the Justice Department with "precise and detailed" information about 20 alleged co-conspirators, House Democrats say.
Trump administration will use contingency fund to pay partial SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
In New Jersey governor's race, Sherrill tries to tether Ciattarelli to Trump
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SNAP recipients say they're ready to scrimp amid food-stamp fight
The USDA said it would provide partial food stamp benefits for November, but it's unclear exactly when participants will get those funds.
13 suspected drug cartel members killed in shootout with police
Four suspects were arrested and nine people kidnapped by the gang were freed following the clash in Sinaloa, officials said.
Jonathan Bailey is 2025 People magazine Sexiest Man Alive
"Wicked" star Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive.