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Suicide bombing the deadliest attack on Americans in Syria in more than 3 years; Daughter of Tuskegee Airman gets answers 70 years after his death.
Syria
Trump reacts to ISIS attack on U.S. troops
President Trump offered condolences for the four Americans killed Wednesday in an ISIS-claimed attack in Syria. This comes after Mr. Trump announced the U.S. will pull troops out of the country. On Thursday, he also announced a new missile defense plan. CBS News chief national security correspondent David Martin has more from the Pentagon.
ISIS is morphing in Syria, but it's not beaten yet
CBS News visits the front line in the ongoing fight by Kurdish forces, and their American allies, against a persistent enemy Trump insists is defeated
1/16/19: CBSN Evening News
ISIS claims responsibility for Syrian bombing; DNA samples helps recover Tuskegee airman
Fight against ISIS in Syria rages on despite calls for U.S. withdrawal
An American-led coalition reported 575 airstrikes during the first two weeks of this month alone
U.S. troops killed in Syria explosion
A car bombing in Syria killed U.S. troops. ISIS claimed responsibility for the attack. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN from the Pentagon with more.
U.S. troops killed in Syria suicide attack claimed by ISIS
Shortly after the military said service members were killed, Vice President Pence said ISIS "has been defeated"
U.S. troops killed in Syria bombing
U.S. troops were among those killed in an attack in northern Syria on Wednesday -- the same day that Vice President Mike Pence said ISIS, which claimed responsibility for the attack, "has been defeated." "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joined CBSN to discuss.
Kurds brace for U.S. Syria withdrawal
The pullout of U.S. troops from Syria has American allies bracing for more conflict. President Trump spoke to Turkey's president on the phone Monday and warned him not to mistreat members of the Kurdish Community who are fighting ISIS alongside the U.S. Turkey accuses some Kurdish groups of terrorism. Charlie D'Agata reports from inside Syria.
Kurds fear fate as Turkey says Trump reaffirmed U.S. Syria withdrawal
Turkish president says Trump has reassured him that America is pulling out of neighboring Syria, leaving U.S.-allied Kurds to hope, and fight ISIS while they can
1/14/19: CBSN Evening News
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Allies in Syria worry about troop withdrawal
CBS News traveled through a part of northern Syria which is under the control of America's allies on the ground. But ISIS used to hold large stretches there, and it could be a contested area when U.S. forces pull out. Charlie D'Agata repots.
U.S. allies in Syria voice concern about planned troop withdrawal
Roughly 2,000 troops has not only supported local fighters on the ground, but it provides air power against ISIS targets
Pompeo presses Saudis on Khashoggi & Yemen
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman about the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and Yemen's civil war. Pompeo also defended President Trump's tweet threatening Turkey over Syria and U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters. CBS News State Department reporter Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to explain the latest.
Pompeo ends Middle East trip in Oman
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was in Oman Monday, the last stop on his tour of the Middle East. During the trip, Pompeo pressed Saudi leaders on the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and their involvement in the war in Yemen. He also urged countries in the region to unite against Iran as the U.S. pulls troops out of Syria. Behnam Ben Taleblu, research fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, joins CBSN for analysis.
Pompeo to meet with Saudi crown prince
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is in Saudi Arabia to meet with Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman. He is there to discuss the wars in Syria and Yemen and the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
U.S. withdrawal from Syria begins
The U.S. began the draw-down from Syria this week. A defense official confirms it began with equipment being removed, but operations against ISIS will continue. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN with the timeline.
U.S. troop withdrawal starts in Syria
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is in the Middle East as the U.S. begins withdrawing troops from Syria. Pompeo is gearing up to meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman, where he's expected to address the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. CBS News State Department reporter Christina Ruffini has more.
U.S. Syria withdrawal officially underway, expected to take 3-4 months
Small convoy reportedly pulls out amid confusion over Trump administration's plans, and intense pressure from Turkey
U.S. jets keep hammering ISIS
Turkey's foreign minister said they will launch an offensive against U.S. allies in Syria if the Trump administration delays the promised withdrawal of troops. However, the ongoing diplomatic battle has not altered the mission of those tasked with protecting American forces on the ground. Charlie D'Agata reports from U.S. aircraft carrier recently re-deployed to the region.
U.S. keeps up fight in Syria amid new threats from Turkey
The 2,000 U.S. forces in Syria are caught in the middle of mounting tension between the U.S. and its NATO ally Turkey
U.S. aircraft carrier returns to Persian Gulf to continue ISIS fight
On the Stennis, there are more than 5,000 sailors servicing 70 tactical aircraft
American teen ISIS suspect arrested in Syria, U.S.-allied Kurds say
U.S. boy would be 1 of about 700 terror suspects in Kurds' custody, and what to do with them when the U.S. pulls out is a major quandary
Pompeo visits Iraq, assures allies that U.S. won't let ISIS rebound
Top diplomat tries to tamp down concerns over rapidly changing Trump administration policy in Syria in unannounced stop next door
Bolton slammed by Turkey's president
There are new tensions between the U.S. and Turkey, a key NATO ally, after national security adviser John Bolton went to Turkey to discuss the timing of America's withdrawal from Syria. Turkey's president accused Bolton of making a "serious mistake." Holly Williams reports.
live updates
Government shutdown live updates as impasse enters second day
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years is underway as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over 2025 funding. Follow live updates here.
The facts behind the shutdown debate over health care and immigrants in U.S. illegally
One of the main lines of attack leveled by Republicans amid the government shutdown is that Democratic lawmakers want to give immigrants in the U.S. illegally free healthcare — which Democrats deny.
Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91
British conservationist Jane Goodall spent her life researching and educating others about chimpanzees and the natural world.
Trump administration freezes $18 billion in infrastructure funding to New York
The Trump administration announced $18 billion in federal funds will be frozen for key New York City projects amid the government shutdown.
Investors are unfazed about the government shutdown. Here's why.
Data shows government shutdowns tend to have a modest impact on financial markets and the broader U.S. economy.
Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt retakes prime West Wing office space
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is reclaiming the press secretary's traditional West Wing office — a roomy space with a fireplace.
Two Delta planes collide on taxiway of New York's LaGuardia Airport
There were no serious injuries after two passenger jets had a collision on the taxiway of LaGuardia Airport, officials said.
NYC high-rise partially collapses after explosion
Emergency crews are responding to reports of a possible gas explosion and partial building collapse in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx.
Legal threats hang over governor's race after report on Sherrill's military records
The National Archives admitted it had erred in releasing a mostly unredacted version of Mikie Sherrill's military records to an ally of her opponent.