U.S. Navy responds to China’s naval buildup
China has spent the last 20 years building the biggest navy in the world. As tensions with that country continue to rise, Norah O’Donnell boarded the USS Nimitz to report on the U.S. Navy’s readiness.
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The Economist editor on U.S.-China tensions
Concerns are growing over a direct confrontation between U.S. and China over Taiwan. Zanny Minton Beddoes, the editor-in-chief of The Economist, joined John Dickerson on Prime Time to discuss threats of superpower conflict and Silicon Valley Bank's failure.
China's President Xi calls for "reunification" with Taiwan
China's President Xi Jinping made Taiwan a priority during a speech as he closed the National People's Congress in Beijing on Monday, saying China should oppose pro-independence influence on Taiwan and reiterating a push for "national reunification". CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" with the latest.
Assessing the challenges faced by America's military
According to a Wall Street Journal article, the U.S. is tackling a new era of "great power" competition with China and Russia, but the American military is not quite yet ready for those challenges. Michael Gordon, a national security correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, who authored the article, discussed it with CBS News.
China says any U.S. concern over spying cargo cranes "overly paranoid"
As a new fear over possible Chinese intel-gathering on U.S. soil emerges, U.S. business leaders in Beijing watch the People's Congress for clues about the year ahead.
Dan Sullivan on U.S.-China tensions
Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska spoke to CBS News Friday about the growing tensions between the U.S. and China over Taiwan and Ukraine. Sullivan, a member of the Armed Services Committee, told CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge that the "most powerful" deterrence for China is predetermined economic and energy sanctions.
China says it "organized troops" after U.S. spy plane flew over Taiwan Strait
Chinese military officials condemned the U.S. Navy after a warplane was seen in international airspace over the Taiwan Strait.
U.S. lawmakers visit Taiwan
A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation met with the Taiwanese government last week to discuss the military and build relations. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe is joined by a member of the delegation, Massachusetts Rep. Jake Auchincloss, to discuss the visit, the growing tensions with China and the role of a new House select committee on competition with China.
U.S. warns China not to aid Russia in Ukraine
U.S. intelligence believes China may be considering sending lethal aid to Russia in its war with Ukraine. While there is no indication Beijing has decided to send the aid, the U.S. is warning China not to assist Russia in its war effort. Skyler Henry has more.
China sanctions Lockheed Martin, Raytheon over weapons sales to Taiwan
The sanctions' potential impact was unclear but they're part of China's push to isolate the island it claims as its own and the U.S. backs.
Why China not taking a U.S. crisis line call is "really dangerous"
One expert says amid "political environments of hostility and mistrust," without clear lines of communication used by both sides, things "could go wrong in a hurry."
U.S. secures military deal with Philippines
The United States and the Philippines announced an expansion of America's military presence there on Thursday, with U.S. forces granted access to four more military bases in an effort to ramp up deterrence against China. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green has more.
U.S. to expand military presence in Philippines in move to counter China
The United States and the Philippines have announced an expansion of America's military presence in the Southeast Asian country.
McMaster backs general's warning on China
General H.R. McMaster, who served as national security adviser to former President Trump, says that the Defense Department "has to be ready" for possible war with China, backing a memo from Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan warning the U.S. and China could be at war within the next two years. McMaster, who is also a CBS News foreign policy and national security contributor, joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Errol Barnett to discuss.
Pope Francis decries expanding use of guns
Pope Francis is decrying the expanding use of guns amid a wave of gun violence in the U.S. The pope told the Associated Press on Tuesday that "instead of making the effort to help us live," people are making "the effort to help us kill." CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joined Errol Barnett and Lana Zak from Rome to discuss the AP interview and what the pope had to say about homosexuality and China.
Look ahead to 2023: Warning signs in Asia
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un upped the ante this past year, as missile tests indicate he's expanding his already fearsome military machine. And while tensions between China and the United States have dialed down, surging Chinese military pressure on Taiwan continues to concern America's allies in the region. Correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports.
71 Chinese warplanes, 7 ships head toward Taiwan in 24-hour show of force
Taiwan says China's military sent 71 planes and seven ships toward Taiwan in a 24-hour display of force directed at the self-ruled island.
Ullyses S. Grant promoted in new bill
On Friday, President Biden signed a measure authorizing a record $858 billion for the Pentagon. The National Defense Authorization Act includes pay raises for service members, funding for ships, tanks and aircraft, and military support for Taiwan and Ukraine. But buried within the legislation is a provision giving Ulysses S. Grant a promotion to the military's highest rank. David Martin reports.
Foreign policy expert says war in Ukraine could last "years"
The war in Ukraine could last "three to five years," according to Matthew Kroenig, a professor at Georgetown University's Department of Government. He joined CBS News to discuss this year's many foreign policy developments.
Japan to double defense spending, gain missiles amid regional threats
U.S. officials were quick to praise the massive adjustment to post-WWII Japan's pacifist policy as marking "a new era in the defense of democracy."
China and Saudi Arabia sign partnership deal
China and Saudi Arabia have signed a strategic partnership deal during Xi Jinping's trip to the Middle Eastern country for a summit. Isaac Stone Fish, a CBS News contributor and CEO of Strategy Risks, joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what this means for U.S. relations with both nations.
Macron on China’s aggression toward Taiwan
France is the only European country with a significant presence in the Indo-Pacific region. What does French President Emmanuel Macron think about China's stance toward Taiwan?
Pentagon warns of China's nuclear expansion
Pentagon officials say China is on track to challenge the U.S. by accelerating its nuclear expansion. Raymond Kuo, a political scientist for the RAND Corporation, joins CBS News to share his insights on the report.
China protests spread amid calls for Xi to step down over COVID policies
Protests against China's strict "zero-COVID" policies resurfaced in Shanghai and Beijing on Sunday afternoon, continuing a round of demonstrations that have spread across the country.
Taiwan president resigns as party leader after election loss
Tsai offered her resignation on Saturday evening, a tradition after a major loss, in a short speech in which she also thanked supporters.
Trump directs Pentagon to use "all available funds" to pay troops amid shutdown
The government shutdown entered its 11th day Saturday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan.
Diane Keaton, star of "Annie Hall" and "Father of the Bride," dies at 79
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
Israel awaits the release of hostages as aid begins to flow into Gaza
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold as aid begins to flow into the Gaza Strip.
Biden undergoing radiation therapy, spokesperson says
Former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment amid his ongoing treatment for prostate cancer, a spokesperson said.
Appeals court temporarily blocks deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago
The Defense Department announced earlier this week that about 200 National Guard soldiers from Texas and another 300 from Illinois were federalized and sent to the Chicago area.
No survivors after blast at Tennessee military explosives plant, sheriff says
Tennessee Emergency Management Agency on Saturday confirmed the number of missing people went from 18 to 16.
5 hospitalized after helicopter crashes in busy oceanfront area of Huntington Beach
Two people onboard the helicopter and three people on the street were hospitalized for injuries suffered in the crash.
Zelenskyy urges Trump to broker peace in Ukraine after very "productive" call
The Ukrainian leader wrote in a social media post that if a war can be stopped in one region, "surely other wars can be stopped as well."
At least 6 killed in two separate shootings in Mississippi, officials say
The shootings in Leland and Heidelberg happened while people attended high school homecoming games.