Dozens killed in Gaza strikes while fears of widening conflict grow
Officials say more than 30 Palestinians, including young children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip.
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With war 100 days old, Gaza's humanitarian crisis worsens
Sunday will mark 100 days since Hamas militants invaded southern Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and sparking the Israel-Hamas war. More than 23,000 people have since died in Gaza, according to the region's Hamas-run health ministry. This week, Israel for the first time faced formal charges of genocide at the International Court of Justice in the Hague. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Israeli forces intensify bombardment of Gaza
Israeli forces have continued their bombardment of the Gaza Strip following Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks. The Hamas-run health ministry says that over 23,000 people have died in Gaza, and aid agencies say it's a struggle to get supplies to people in need. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more from Tel Aviv.
U.S. Navy warns of strikes from Houthis
The U.S. Navy is warning of retaliatory strikes from the Iranian-backed Houthi group. This comes after the U.S. and coalition forces launched strikes on over 60 targets at more than a dozen sites in Yemen. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
What comes after strikes on Houthis?
The Houthis have said they will respond after the U.S. and U.K. hit the Iranian-backed rebels in Yemen. The U.S. says the strikes were retaliation for continued Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on how the White House decided to act. And Phil Stewart, military affairs and intelligence correspondent for Reuters, joined CBS News to discuss the threat of war spreading throughout the Middle East.
Houthis vow to keep attacking ships after U.S., U.K. strikes in Yemen
The Houthis, an Iran-backed proxy force, have been attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea since soon after the Israel-Hamas war began.
Partial government shutdown more likely
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing pressure from some conservative legislators over agreements made with Democrats on government spending. Siobhan Hughes, a congressional reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News from Capitol Hill.
Israel asks U.N. court to dismiss case alleging genocide in Gaza war
Israel has asked the U.N.'s top court to dismiss a case brought by South Africa accusing it of genocide in Gaza. Here's a look at the case, the court, and the crime of genocide.
Sen. Bob Casey on Austin's hospitalization and delayed disclosure
Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey criticized the recent lack of transparency over the hospitalization of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, saying, "There's no way it's acceptable."
Israel faces genocide claims at U.N. court
Israel is facing allegations of genocide in a landmark case underway at the U.N.'s highest court. David Scheffer, former U.S. ambassador at large for war crimes issues, joins CBS News to unpack the case.
Biden speaks on U.S. airstrikes in Yemen
The U.S. and the U.K. carried out airstrikes Thursday on Houthi rebels in Yemen. This comes after the Iranian-backed militia group has targeted cargo ships and tankers in the Red Sea dozens of times over the past few months. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Blinken warning over Houthi attacks
U.S. and British warships shot down 21 drones and missiles from Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in the Red Sea on Wednesday. No damage or injuries were reported, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned there will be "consequences" if the Houthi attacks continue. Phil Stewart, a military and intelligence correspondent with Reuters, joined CBS News to discuss who the Houthis are and where the rising tensions with them could lead.
Iran seizes oil tanker that was recently involved in standoff with U.S.
Iran's navy says it's seized an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman that was recently involved in a diplomatic dispute with the U.S., as tension soars in the vital Mideast shipping lanes.
Starvation fears in Gaza
The United Nations is warning that a quarter of Gazans are facing starvation amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Dr. Paul Spiegel, the director of the John Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health, joins CBS News with a look at the efforts to get aid to Palestinian civilians.
White House on handling of Austin cancer news
The Pentagon continues to face fallout for the handling of information about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Blinken takes questions on Middle East
Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with reporters Wednesday as he continues his latest trip through the Middle East to try to keep war from spilling out across the region.
Blinken meets with Palestinian president
Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in the West Bank Wednesday morning, a day after Blinken pressed Israeli leaders to work with moderate Palestinians on plans for a post-war Gaza. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Blinken speaks after Israel meetings
Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed international media Tuesday while on his latest trip to the Middle East where he is advocating for a "way forward" as the Israel-Hamas war rages on in Gaza. Threats of conflict spilling out in the region continue to grow as militant groups increase attacks against Israel and its allies. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini discusses Blinken's remarks.
Secretary Austin treated for prostate cancer
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was hospitalized Jan. 1 due to complications after surgery for prostate cancer in December, his doctors said in a statement released on Tuesday. The Pentagon is under scrutiny for failing to notify the White House, Congress and the public about Austin's condition for several days. Pentagon press secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder spoke to reporters about the growing controversy, and CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports on the developments.
Israel targets Hezbollah leaders in Lebanon
As Israel continues its war against Hamas in Gaza, it is also targeting Hezbollah leaders in Lebanon. Mark Schwartz, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant general, joins CBS News with a look at the risk of escalating conflict in the region and the impact of Israel's strikes.
Top geopolitical risks to monitor in 2024
As the U.S. looks to project leadership overseas, one organization says the greatest geopolitical risk of 2024 is back at home. Eurasia Group president and founder Ian Bremmer joins CBS News to explain.
Blinken in Israel as tensions rise in region
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is touring the Middle East in a renewed push to prevent the war in Gaza from expanding and minimize civilian casualties. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata is following Bliken's latest visit, and Olivia Gazis, CBS News' intelligence and national security reporter, is tracking the latest developments.
Why Congress must approve spending deal soon
Congress is less than two weeks away from a potential partial government shutdown as lawmakers try to hammer out the details of a spending agreement. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion is following the efforts on Capitol Hill.
Blinken visits to seek "way forward" as Israel ramps up strikes on Gaza
As Antony Blinken arrived to seek a "way forward," Israel continued its bombardment of Gaza and there was fresh violence along the country's northern border with Lebanon.
Hezbollah commander killed in Lebanon
The Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah said Monday Wissam al-Taweel, one of its senior commanders, was killed. He died in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon, according to reports. CBS News' Tina Kraus is following the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas war.
Trump criticizes European allies in U.N. speech: "Your countries are going to hell"
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, the 80th anniversary of the world body.
Jimmy Kimmel delivers first monologue since show was taken off the air
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show just less than a week after network broadcaster ABC pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" over remarks he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
United Airlines briefly grounds all flights across U.S. and Canada
United Airlines asked the FAA to issue a ground stop for its flights in the U.S. for the second time in less than two months, citing a technical problem.
Mexican national dies in ICE custody after arrest in San Bernardino County
The 39-year-old man was scheduled for surgery on an abscess when he died, ICE officials said.
Zelenskyy says he's surprised after Trump argues Ukraine can regain all its land
President Trump said Ukraine is "in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form" — a shift that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said took him by surprise.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan rejects Trump's "bigoted" claims about sharia law
President Trump suggested Tuesday that London officials want to "go to sharia law," a comment London Mayor Sadiq Khan's office called "bigoted" and "appalling."
White House suggests U.N. escalator mishap with Trump "doesn't look like a coincidence"
A malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter at the United Nations' headquarters drew President Trump's frustration.
Ryan Routh guilty in Trump assassination attempt, tries to stab himself after verdict
Ryan Routh was found guilty of all five charges, which included attempted assassination of a major presidential candidate and assaulting a federal officer.
Secret Service disrupts telecom network that threatened NYC during U.N. gathering
Early analysis shows the network was used for communication between foreign governments and individuals known to U.S. law enforcement.