Zelenskyy's urgent warning
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells CBS News' Charlie D'Agata in an exclusive interview that, without more U.S. help "now," Ukraine won’t be able to stop Vladimir Putin from pushing his war onto NATO soil.
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U.N. envoy accuses Israel of genocide as Gaza war rages after cease-fire vote
A U.N. envoy says there are "reasonable grounds" to believe Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, as the war rages despite a cease-fire demand.
Putin blames Ukraine for deadly Moscow attack
Officials in Kyiv are accusing Russian President Vladimir Putin of falsely linking Ukraine to the deadly concert hall attack in Moscow to stoke fervor for Russia's war there. Andrew Borene, executive director at Flashpoint National Security Solutions, joins CBS News with more on what's known about the attack.
U.N. Security Council demands immediate cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
Israel says the U.S. declining to block a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate Gaza cease-fire "gives Hamas hope."
15 House members work on long-shot end run to approve Ukraine funds
The House is trying to step around its own rules to force a vote on Ukraine aid and break through gridlock on the issue. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane says it's a symptom of a Congress that's been functioning in a kind of alternate reality, outside of regular order, and he explains why.
Russia launches huge missile attack on Kyiv for first time in 6 weeks
Ukraine's capital Kyiv was targeted with a huge missile attack, wounding 13 people, after Putin vowed to retaliate for strikes inside Russia.
Israel and Hamas enter new negotiations
The U.S. is taking a tougher line with Israel as the toll rises from its war to destroy Hamas. President Biden spoke with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by phone yesterday for the first time in weeks, and the White House says Mr. Biden emphasized the importance of not invading the southern Gaza city of Rafah without a plan to protect civilians.
Blinken says Gaza's entire population facing "acute food insecurity"
As Biden pushes Israel to adjust plans for a new offensive in the war on Hamas, Blinken warns that everyone in Gaza is facing starvation.
Israel pushes back at criticism of Gaza war
President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke Monday for the first time in more than a month amid growing tensions over Israel's offensive in Gaza. It comes amid ongoing cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas and a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Chris Livesay reports from Tel Aviv.
Israel pushes back at mounting U.S., European criticism over Gaza war
Israel vows to push ahead with Rafah offensive in Gaza, and pushes back at mounting criticism from the U.S. and Europe.
Netanyahu calls Schumer remarks inappropriate
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing back against U.S. officials who are demanding he do more to protect civilians in Gaza, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who last week called for new elections in Israel and said Netanyahu had lost his way. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more from Tel Aviv.
Israel continuing plans to invade Rafah
As Israel plans an invasion of Hamas’ stronghold in Rafah, hundreds of thousands of Gaza civilians are on the brink of starvation and could wind up the crossfire. The U.S. and other allies of Israel are warning of a possible disaster, but Israeli leaders say they have a plan. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay is in Tel Aviv.
Russian polls close with Putin poised to rule for 6 more years
Vladimir Putin has faced no serious challengers in the election, which is set to formally grant him six more years of power.
First maritime aid shipment reaches Gaza
The first maritime aid shipment has reached Gaza, bringing 200 tons of desperately needed food to the war-ravaged territory. The move comes amid a deepening rift between President Joe Biden and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. On Friday, Netanyahu approved an Israeli military plan for a ground invasion of Rafah, which the White House said it had not been briefed on and could not support without a credible proposal to limit civilian loss.
Tensions between Biden and Netanyahu
Following President Biden's critical remarks on Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza war, the Israeli prime minister is pushing back.
This St. Patrick's Day, Biden faces an Irish backlash over the Gaza war
Many Irish people feel a bond with Palestinians, and Mr. Biden's stance on the Israel-Hamas war has changed Ireland's view of the U.S. leader.
Schumer calls for new election in Israel
A longtime supporter of Israel is now criticizing its leadership's approach to the Israel-Hamas war. In a speech on Thursday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer denounced Hamas for its Oct. 7 attack. He also issued a warning about the conduct of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called on Israel to hold a new election.
Polls vandalized as Russia's "sham elections" get underway
With Russia's political opposition, dead, jailed or living in exile, Vladimir Putin is virtually guaranteed to win a new 6-year term.
Ukraine vows to keep fighting Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is remaining firm on his objective to continue fighting the war against Russia, calling on the U.S. to allocate the funds needed to help arm Ukraine's soldiers on the frontline. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Schumer calls for new elections in Israel
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the highest-ranking Jewish elected official in the U.S., called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "major obstacle to peace" during an address in the Senate Thursday. Schumer suggested new elections in Israel are the "only way" to determine a path forward after the war against Hamas. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
U.N. agency says staffer killed as Israeli strike hits Gaza food center
The U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, says an Israeli strike hit a food distribution center in Gaza killing a staffer.
Kim Jong Un visits troops, urges them to complete "preparations for war"
North Korean state media say leader Kim Jong Un test drove one of the country's new tanks and urged troops to be ready for war.
Russian report claims Houthis have acquired hypersonic missiles
Russian state media, without providing evidence, says Yemen's Houthi rebels now have hypersonic missiles to wield in Red Sea attacks.
U.S. troops mobilize for humanitarian effort in Gaza
U.S. troops left Virginia on Tuesday on a mission to build a pier to get urgently needed food aid to Palestinians in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israel has confirmed the death of an American who was killed while serving in the Israeli military.
Putin renews nuclear war threat, warns NATO not to send troops to Ukraine
Vladimir Putin claims Moscow's nuclear arsenal is "much more" advanced than America's, and says he'll use it if Russia is threatened.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be deported to Uganda, official says
The Trump administration may try to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda days after he was released from pre-trial detention, according to a DHS official.
Why utility bills are rapidly rising in some states
Residential electricity rates are expected to increase by as much as 18% in the next few years, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Abbott says he will approve contentious GOP redistricting bill
The Texas Senate approved the measure after a heated debate, marking a major step in a mid-decade redistricting effort backed by President Trump.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least 33; famine announcement raises pressure
Hospital officials say Palestinians sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food aid were among at least 33 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza.
Some international postal services suspend shipment of packages to U.S.
Multiple postal services, including in India and around Europe, say they are suspending the shipment of many packages to the United States amid a lack of clarity over new import duties.
Maps show Tropical Storm Fernand's path and forecast in Atlantic
Fernand is the sixth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
North Korea test fires 2 new antiair missiles
The test coincided with new South Korean President Lee Jae Myung 's trip to Tokyo for a summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
Ghislaine Maxwell's interview on Epstein case released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. released transcripts of Deputy AG Todd Blanche's two-day interview with convicted sex trafficker and Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
U.S. scientists work to preserve vulnerable species at a Smithsonian lab
Experts at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute care for endangered species on 32,000 sprawling acres in Northern Virginia.