Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
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Marking 3 years since Afghanistan withdrawal
Thursday marks three years since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan. And at Bagram Airbase, once the center of America's war to unseat the Taliban and topple al-Qaeda, the Taliban held a parade showcasing abandoned U.S. and NATO military hardware. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins to discuss the current state of the country and some of the major changes since the U.S. left.
Gaza cease-fire talks to continue Friday
A new round of Gaza cease-fire and hostage release talks began Thursday, with officials from Israel, Egypt, the U.S. and Qatar participating. Hamas leaders declined to attend the negotiations, which will continue into Friday. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest from Tel Aviv.
Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks begin
Representatives from the U.S., Israel, Qatar and Egypt are present at the new Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks for a negotiation on hostage releases and an end to the war in Gaza. Hamas does not have a representative at the table. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio breaks down what's next, and Natasha Hall, a senior fellow with the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News with more on what's at stake.
Gaza cease-fire talks resume in Qatar
Negotiations for a potential cease-fire deal in Gaza will resume in Qatar Thursday with hopes of preventing a wider war between Israel and Iran, but the talks will not include a delegation representing Hamas. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.
Why Hamas won't attend cease-fire talks
Hamas says it will not be at the table as cease-fire talks with Israel pick back up in Qatar Thursday, CBS News has learned. Ramy Inocencio breaks down the implications.
Man charged in plot to kill U.S. officials
This week, the Justice Department charged a Pakistani national with plotting to assassinate current and former U.S. officials. Suspect Asif Merchant has alleged ties to the Iranian government and is accused of planning a murder-for-hire scheme targeting multiple prominent figures, including former President Donald Trump. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with a national security wrap-up.
Israel, Hamas cease-fire talks push
The U.S. issued a joint statement with Egypt and Qatar urging for discussions to "close remaining gaps" in the cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Tel Aviv. Also, Andrea Tenenti, a spokesperson for the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon, joins CBS News with more on the escalating tensions near Lebanon's border.
Desperate plea for Gaza cease-fire talks
President Biden and the leaders of Egypt and Qatar have issued a joint statement urging Israel and Hamas to resume talks next week for a cease-fire deal. The statement comes as Israel launches a new operation in southern Gaza and fears of wider war in the Middle East continue to grow. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
U.S., Egypt and Qatar urge cease-fire talks
The U.S., Egypt and Qatar released a joint statement Thursday urging Israel and Hamas to resume cease-fire talks by Aug. 15. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is warning Iran that it could face serious consequences if it launches a major attack on Israel. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more from Tel Aviv.
Israel security cabinet preps for retaliation
Israel is bracing for an anticipated retaliatory attack after the assassination of two top Hezbollah and Hamas leaders. The nation's security cabinet met Thursday evening to discuss its preparations. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has more.
Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks in peril
Tensions in the Middle East over the death of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh are growing, possibly jeopardizing the cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas brokered by Egypt and Qatar. Jenny Hill with BBC News, a CBS News partner, reports from Tel Aviv.
Hundreds gather for funeral of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh
Haniyeh played a key role in mediated talks aimed at ending nearly 10 months of war between Hamas and Israel in Gaza.
Menendez to appeal bribery conviction
A jury on Tuesday found New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez guilty of all charges in his federal corruption trial. Prosecutors said the lawmaker accepted bribes in exchange for political favors. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
Israel ramps up bombardment across Gaza
An Israeli airstrike on a school-turned-shelter in southern Gaza killed at least 25 Palestinians on Tuesday. Israel is continuing to hit Gaza with deadly air and ground assaults as CIA Director Bill Burns arrives in Qatar to discuss a potential hostage and cease-fire deal. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams is on the ground in Tel Aviv.
Israel ramps up operations in Gaza City
Hamas says Israel's latest offensive in Gaza City could jeopardize the cease-fire and hostage release deal negotiations happening in Cairo, Egypt. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Israel-Hamas cease-fire talks set to pick up
Top U.S. officials have arrived in Cairo to discuss a cease-fire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. CBS News' Holly Williams has the latest on where negotiations stand and a look at some of the destruction in the city of Rafah.
Israel ramps up Gaza City operations
CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams got a rare look inside Rafah, where she joined the Israel Defense Forces trying to eradicate Hamas in the southern Gaza city. This comes as efforts for a potential hostage release and cease-fire deal appear to progress and as Israel ramps up raids in Gaza City.
Prosecution rests in Sen. Bob Menendez's bribery trial
The New Jersey Democrat and his wife are accused of accepting gold bars, a Mercedes and cash in exchange for using his political influence to help three businessmen and two foreign governments.
Gold bars, Bob Menendez's web searches take central role at bribery trial
An FBI agent testified that Menendez's internet history since 2008 showed that he had never searched for gold prices until April 5, 2019.
Where things stand on an Israel-Hamas cease-fire deal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Hamas is seeking untenable changes to the Gaza cease-fire deal backed by Israel and the U.S.
Gay man says Qatar authorities lured him via Grindr, planted drugs on him
A British-Mexican man claims Qatari authorities lured him into a trap via Grindr, planted drugs on him and subjected him to an unfair trial. Qatar says they're false claims to "generate sympathy."
How climate change impacts flight turbulence
Turbulence on flights has been increasing, and climate change could be one of the reasons why. CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains how the human-caused phenomenon affects the flight path.
Israel's war cabinet on hostage release talks
Israel's war cabinet is ordering negotiators to restart hostage release talks with Hamas. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Menendez "put his power up for sale," prosecutor argues in bribery trial
A lawyer for New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez sought to pin the blame on his wife, Nadine Menendez.
Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica as Category 5 storm
Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday in Jamaica as a fearsome Category 5 storm. Forecasters said it could be the island's "storm of the century."
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Senate fails to advance GOP bill to end shutdown for 13th time
The Senate failed for a 13th time on advancing a GOP funding bill that would end the government shutdown, now on Day 28. Follow live updates here.
Netanyahu orders Israeli army to carry out "powerful strikes" in Gaza
The order from Netanyahu follows heightened tensions after Hamas returned a set of remains that Israel said belonged to a hostage recovered earlier in the war.
U.S. strikes 4 more alleged drug boats in Pacific, killing 14
The U.S. on Monday struck four more vessels that the Pentagon says were trafficking narcotics in the eastern Pacific Ocean, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced.
Trump appeals criminal conviction in "hush money" case
President Trump's lawyers filed their long-promised appeal of the Manhattan "hush money" criminal case that led to his felony conviction.
Senate Democrats to force vote aimed at blocking Trump's tariffs on Brazil
The Senate is expected to vote Tuesday on a measure that would block President Trump's tariffs on Brazil, as Democrats seek support from a handful of Republicans.
House GOP report urges DOJ investigation into Biden's autopen use
The GOP majority report criticized Biden's autopen use, but did not offer clear evidence that aides conspired to enact policies without his knowledge.
25 states sue Trump administration over food stamp freeze during shutdown
Officials from half the states and the District of Columbia are asking a federal judge to order the Department of Agriculture to provide food stamp benefits for November.
Airlines feeding air traffic controllers as they miss first paychecks
Airlines are donating meals to unpaid federal aviation workers during the government shutdown as air traffic controllers missed their first paychecks.