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Israel is poised to launch operation on Iran, sources say
U.S. officials have been told Israel is fully ready to launch an operation into Iran, multiple sources say.
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Israeli PM faces opposition from inside party
Just days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was charged with bribery and fraud, a key member of his political party is speaking out against the embattled leader. Gideon Sa'ar submitted a request to hold a snap vote for party chairman in three weeks, which is the same deadline for lawmakers to form a coalition government or face another general election. CBS News State Department and foreign affairs reporter Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to discuss.
Warnings abroad as Iran tensions rise
The U.S. is warning servicemembers abroad about rising tensions in the Middle East as Israel signals a potential operation against Iran, sources tell CBS News. This comes as nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran deteriorate. CBS News' Olivia Gazis and Sam Vinograd have more.
Israel-Iran tensions rise
Israel is prepared to launch an operation against Iran, sources tell CBS News. Contributor Andrew Boyd breaks down the rising tensions between the countries as President Trump comments on Tehran's nuclear program.
U.S. reduces staff in Middle East
The State Department ordered nonessential staff and their families to leave the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad as tensions with Iran over nuclear talks escalate. This comes as sources tell CBS News that Israel plans to launch an operation against Iran. CBS News coordinating producer James LaPorta has the latest, while CBS News' Natalie Brand has more from the White House.
Israel to launch Iran operation, sources say
Multiple sources told CBS News that U.S. officials have been told Israel is poised to launch an operation against Iran. In response, sources say the U.S. anticipates Iran could retaliate against certain American sites in neighboring Iraq.
Alert raised for Americans across Mideast as Israel poised to strike Iran
With Israel apparently poised to attack Iran, the U.S. government warns staff in Israel to restrict travel and clears service members' families across the Mideast to evacuate.
Netanyahu fighting to stay in power
Benjamin Netanyahu says he'll fight to stay in power after becoming the first sitting prime minister in Israel's history to be indicted on criminal charges. Netanyahu faces allegations of bribery, fraud and breach of public trust. If convicted, he could serve up to 10 years in prison. Roxana Saberi reports.
Israel ready to launch operation into Iran
Israel is poised to launch an operation on Iran, sources tell CBS News. The U.S. is anticipating that Iran could retaliate at certain American sites in Iraq.
Gaza ceasefire ends two days of fighting
There's a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad following deadly violence along the Strip. Also, protests in Bolivia have reignited after Senator Jeanine Añez named herself interim president, and Britain's Prince Charles is celebrating his birthday in India. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
Israel kills top Palestinian militant in Gaza
Gaza officials say new Israel airstrikes have killed a top militant. Iran-backed militants responded with heavy rocket fire. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi reports from Tel Aviv as violence escalates in the region.
Israel says it killed Islamic Jihad leader
Israel says it killed a commander in the Palestinian militant group, Islamic Jihad, in a targeted airstrike at his Gaza City home. That strike came as Islamic Jihad said another one of its commanders was targeted by Israel in the Syrian capital of Damascus. Militants in Gaza responded by firing dozens of rockets into Israel. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Huckabee on independent Palestinian state
Mike Huckabee, the U.S. ambassador to Israel, suggested the U.S. is no longer pursuing the goal of an independent Palestinian state. The State Department said Huckabee was speaking for himself. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports.
U.S. embassy opening in Jerusalem
CBS News foreign correspondent Seth Doane reports from Jerusalem, where the official opening of the new U.S. embassy threatens to make relations even worse between Israelis and Palestinians.
Palestinians step up protests to end Gaza blockade
CBS News correspondent Holly Williams is in Gaza where Palestinians are ratcheting up protests aimed at ending the blockade of the Palestinian territory bordered by Israel.
U.S. allies sanction Israeli cabinet members "for inciting violence"
5 close U.S. allies sanction far-right Israeli officials Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over "extremist rhetoric" calling for "Palestinians to be driven from their homes."
5 things to know about the Israeli election
The Israeli election is just 3 days away-- will Netanyahu remain in power? "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News Senior Foreign Affairs Correspondent Margaret Brennan with 5 things to expect.
Israel deports activist Greta Thunberg after seizing Gaza protest ship
Israel, accused by activists of piracy, says it lawfully seized a Gaza-bound protest ship carrying Greta Thunberg as the crew was planning to breach its naval blockade.
Greta Thunberg on Israel deporting her
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was detained and deported by Israeli forces for attempting to enter Gaza in a humanitarian aid ship. Thunberg spoke to reporters at Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport on Tuesday.
Israel launches strikes in Yemen
Israel launched strikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen as a warning against the Iran-backed group. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports.
Trump and Netanyahu discuss Iran in call
President Trump's phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was "very smooth," the president said Monday. The two leaders discussed Iran's nuclear facilities among other subjects. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Israel intercepts aid boat headed for Gaza with Greta Thunberg on board
An aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists was intercepted by Israeli forces en route to Gaza and arrived at an Israeli port on Monday. Turkey calls it an illegal and "heinous attack."
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Israel security cabinet approves plan to expand military operations in Gaza; Cardinals prepare to elect new pope.
Israel stops Gaza aid ship carrying Thunberg
Israel stopped a humanitarian aid ship organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition that was headed to Gaza. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was detained during the operation, Israel's Foreign Ministry said. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest.
Greta Thunberg on seized Gaza aid boat
A ship attempting to carry aid into Gaza was seized offshore by Israeli forces. A dozen people were on the ship, including Swedish activist Greta Thunberg. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports.
How Charlie Kirk's assassination portends a national crisis
The murder of Charlie Kirk last week follows a litany of violent acts against political targets. Historian Jon Meacham talks about the existential questions now facing America.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing isn't cooperating with authorities, governor says
Tyler Robinson, 22, was arrested on charges of aggravated murder, obstruction of justice and felony discharge of a firearm for the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Who won Emmy Awards for 2025? See the full winners list here.
The 2025 Emmy Awards are honoring the best in television. See the full list of winners and nominees.
2 arrested after incendiary device placed under news vehicle in Salt Lake City
The device had been lit but "failed to function as designed," a Unified Fire Authority Investigations officer wrote in affidavits of probable cause.
Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul announces he won't seek reelection
Rep. Michael McCaul, a foreign policy leader who had strongly supported Ukraine, warned Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "testing the resolve of NATO."
Colorado school shooter had account on "violent gore" site, ADL says
Desmond Holly and several school shooters in the past year were active on the same website, the ADL says.
Sen. Chris Coons: The internet "is driving extremism in our country"
In a joint segment with Republican Sen. James Lankford, Democratic Sen. Chris Coons said amid efforts to foster bipartisan discourse, the internet "is driving extremism in our country."
Ukrainian drones target one of Russia's top oil refineries
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure that Kyiv says fuels Moscow's war effort.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.