Turkey: U.S. promised to reclaim weapons from Kurds after ISIS fight
Defense Ministry says Mattis sent letter assuring Turks they won't face Kurdish separatists coming home with American firepower
Syria Crisis
U.S.-Russia tensions rising
Tensions between the U.S. and Russia are rising after the U.S. downed a Syrian jet Sunday. Washington and Moscow are backing different sides in Syria's civil war, which has dragged on for more than six years. Holly Williams reports.
The White Helmets
“If there is meaning to the word courage,” said a Syrian journalist, “it is represented by the Civil Defense." Also known as the White Helmets, the trained force of 3,000 rescue workers offer Syrian civilians their only hope
White Helmets rescue a boy from death
The White Helmets, a volunteer force of rescue workers, spent hours frantically digging for life in the aftermath of an attack by the Assad regime.
U.S. doctors in Syria
In the civilized world, hospitals are off limits in war. But in Syria, the dictatorship of Bashar al Assad is hitting hospitals relentlessly, killing more than 800 doctors and medical workers. On assignment for "60 Minutes," Scott Pelley traveled to Syria to meet the American doctors putting their lives on the line.
U.S. shoots down drone that fired on U.S.-backed forces
Army Col. Ryan Dillon said this was the first time that forces supporting Damascus attacked coalition troops in the region in Syria near a training camp in Tanf
Military probe's findings on deadly strike released
U.S. military investigates American airstrike on March meeting of al Qaeda leaders in Syria
Russia fires cruise missiles at ISIS targets in Syria
Moscow said it notified U.S., Turkish and Israeli militaries of the strike beforehand; there was no information on when the missiles were launched
World Food Programme
As the battle for Raqqa intensifies, workers from the World Food Programme are working on the frontlines in Syria. They are working to get food to millions of people in need who have fled the fighting. Seth Doane has more.
U.S. soldier killed in Syria after vehicle rolls over
Spc. Etienne J. Murphy, 22, died of injuries sustained in a "vehicle rollover related incident" in Al-Hasakah, Syria
Russia, Syria fume over U.S. strike on Syrian troops
Syrian official says soldiers killed in airstrike near Jordanian border day after U.S. officials confirm attack to "defend our troops"
U.S. aircraft conduct strike on Syrian army convoy
CBS News correspondent David Martin reports Syrian regime vehicles have violated the deconfliction zone twice within the past few days
They escaped ISIS, but now find themselves stranded in the wilderness
Thousands of people are now camped out in the open, with little water, and no medicine in the desert outside Raqqa
Raqqa refugees
In Syria, U.S. backed forces are closing in on Raqqa, the ISIS capital. Families by the hundreds are fleeing ahead of the battle. Holly Williams reports.
U.S. weapons help tighten noose on ISIS, but 1 ally isn't happy
CBS News' Holly Williams is on the front lines with Kurdish fighters tightening the noose around ISIS in Raqqa, with the help of U.S. weapons
Assad strengthens hold in Syria
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's forces are consolidating control of major cities after an agreement has allowed some rebel fighters to leave. A destroyed neighborhood in Homs was once a rebel-stronghold, but now some in the opposition are giving up. Seth Doane reports from Syria.
Rebels "forced out" as Assad tightens grip on Syria's big cities
A destroyed neighborhood in Homs was once a rebel stronghold, and now some in the opposition are giving up
Hundreds of rebel fighters and families evacuate Syrian city
Rebel evacuations are bringing Assad closer to a symbolic victory of solidifying control over Syria's big cities.
Dozens more civilians allegedly killed in U.S.-led strikes
Activist group says one strike in ISIS-held area of Syria hit convoy carrying female farm workers
Inside Syria
Seth Doane is in the capital of Syria, Damascus, where the Syrian army is claiming victory. In a nearby suburb, 1,500 rebels and their families are fleeing the destruction.
U.S.-backed forces say they will advance on ISIS capital
Kurdish-led Syrian force announces it plans to move on de facto ISIS capital this summer using heavy weapons supplied by U.S.
Trump authorizes arming Kurds, despite Turkish objections
President Trump authorized Department of Defense to equip Kurdish elements of the Syrian Democratic Forces, as is necessary, to clear a path for victory against ISIS in Raqqa, Syria
Russia's proposed Syrian "safe zone" deal goes into effect
The U.S. is watching closely to see if the plan, one of the more ambitious effforts to end the conflict, can successfully take hold
Russia-brokered Syria no-fly zone deal bans U.S. aircraft, too
"De-escalation zones" will be officially off-limits to all military flights, including U.S., which didn't participate in negotiations
In phone call, Trump and Putin agree Syrian suffering has gone on "far too long"
Two leaders also talked about safe zones, eradicating terrorism and North Korean threat
World
Netanyahu vows to "open the gates of hell" if hostages in Gaza not returned
The Israeli prime minister, who met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, also vowed to "finish the job" against Iran with United States support.
Rubio says "we have a long ways to go" before Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "we have a long ways to go" before commencing any potential peace talks with Russia aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies from injuries sustained in fall
Michael O'Sullivan, a 24-year-old Irish jockey, died Sunday after falling during a race earlier this month, the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board said.
Crenshaw says Europe should be "uncomfortably aggressive" to counter Russia
Rep. Dan Crenshaw said European leaders need to have a "much stronger message" toward Russian President Vladimir Putin on Ukraine.
Marvin Kalb on how a Trump-Putin summit could lead to disaster
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist discusses why he believes an agreement between Trump and Putin that betrays Ukraine could send a chilling message to the rest of the world about America's position as a trusted global leader.
Hockey match descends into chaos with 3 fights in first 9 seconds
The 4 Nations Face-off game unfolded against the backdrop of uneasy tensions between the North American neighbors and longtime allies.
Stampede at railway station in India kills at least 18
Many of the victims were Hindu pilgrims who were traveling to the Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj in northern India, officials said.
Rubio to meet with Russian officials to discuss Ukraine peace negotiations
The meeting comes days after President Trump spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Book excerpt: "A Different Russia" by Marvin Kalb
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist writes about covering the 1963 Cold War summit between President John F. Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev.
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Cardinal Dolan was stuck in Canada for days after high winds grounds flight
The Archbishop of New York and 259 passengers were on a flight to Dublin when it diverted to rural Canada a passenger suffered a medical emergency.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 16, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen join Margaret Brennan.
Raskin says DOJ made "deeply corrupt bargain" in move to drop NYC mayor case
Rep. Jamie Raskin said the Justice Department made a "deeply corrupt bargain" in its move to drop charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Rubio says "we have a long ways to go" before Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "we have a long ways to go" before commencing any potential peace talks with Russia aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Crenshaw says Europe should be "uncomfortably aggressive" to counter Russia
Rep. Dan Crenshaw said European leaders need to have a "much stronger message" toward Russian President Vladimir Putin on Ukraine.
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YouTube TV reaches deal to keep Paramount channels after contract dispute
YouTube TV announced a deal to keep Paramount channels on its platform had been reached Saturday night, ending a public contract dispute.
Amazon workers in North Carolina vote against union effort
The outcome came weeks after workers at a Whole Foods Market store in Pennsylvania voted to unionize, leading to the first successful entry of organized labor into the grocery chain, which Amazon owns.
Federal workers express shock, anger over mass firings: "It's devastating"
The Trump administration is firing thousands of federal workers on probationary status, or those without civil service protections.
California farm donates more than 250,000 eggs to fire victims, first responders
Other eggs will be used by the LA bakery Winter Fate Bakes to make birthday cakes for displaced children.
Daughters of Target cofounder express alarm at company's DEI rollback
The daughters of one of the cofounders of Target are expressing their alarm and shock at the discounter's recent moves to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion program.
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Trump administration wants SCOTUS to permit firing of whistleblower agency head
The Justice Department's filing asks the conservative-majority court to lift a judge's court order temporarily reinstating Hampton Dellinger as the leader of the Office of Special Counsel.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 16, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen join Margaret Brennan.
Raskin says DOJ made "deeply corrupt bargain" in move to drop NYC mayor case
Rep. Jamie Raskin said the Justice Department made a "deeply corrupt bargain" in its move to drop charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams.
Rubio says "we have a long ways to go" before Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "we have a long ways to go" before commencing any potential peace talks with Russia aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Transcript: Rep. Jamie Raskin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of an interview with Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 16, 2025.
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Thousands of probationary federal health workers fired by letter this weekend
The move comes amid a government-wide effort to cut probationary workers by the Department of Government Efficiency task force led by billionaire Elon Musk.
U.S. bird flu hospitalizations rise to 4 after Ohio discloses case
The bird flu case had respiratory symptoms and has since been released from the hospital.
She thought she had indigestion, but it was a near-fatal artery blockage.
Reena Caprario said her family was told she was "lucky to be alive" after she experienced a heart attack.
Bird flu case with "flu-like symptoms" reported in Colorado, 1 person hospitalized
The case marks at least the third confirmed bird flu hospitalization in the U.S.
Non-opioid pain pill could be game-changer
The Federal Drug Administration last month approved Journavx, a new kind of non-addictive pain medication. Doctors say Journavx is an important alternative because the power of opioids helped fuel an overdose epidemic and a surge in fentanyl use. Stephanie Stahl reports.
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Netanyahu vows to "open the gates of hell" if hostages in Gaza not returned
The Israeli prime minister, who met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, also vowed to "finish the job" against Iran with United States support.
Rubio says "we have a long ways to go" before Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "we have a long ways to go" before commencing any potential peace talks with Russia aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.
Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies from injuries sustained in fall
Michael O'Sullivan, a 24-year-old Irish jockey, died Sunday after falling during a race earlier this month, the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board said.
Crenshaw says Europe should be "uncomfortably aggressive" to counter Russia
Rep. Dan Crenshaw said European leaders need to have a "much stronger message" toward Russian President Vladimir Putin on Ukraine.
Marvin Kalb on how a Trump-Putin summit could lead to disaster
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist discusses why he believes an agreement between Trump and Putin that betrays Ukraine could send a chilling message to the rest of the world about America's position as a trusted global leader.
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YouTube TV reaches deal to keep Paramount channels after contract dispute
YouTube TV announced a deal to keep Paramount channels on its platform had been reached Saturday night, ending a public contract dispute.
Looking back at 50 years of "Saturday Night Live"
On October 11, 1975, people tuning into the debut of a late-night comedy show saw something unlike any TV variety extravaganza they'd ever seen. Today, "Saturday Night Live," produced by Lorne Michaels, is now an entrenched part of pop culture.
Looking back at 50 years of "Saturday Night Live"
On October 11, 1975, people tuning into the debut of a late-night comedy show saw something unlike any TV variety extravaganza they'd ever seen. Fifty years later, "Saturday Night Live," produced almost continuously by Lorne Michaels, is now an entrenched part of pop culture – 90 minutes of live comedy sketches, commercial parodies and musical acts, headlined by a different celebrity host each week. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with former cast members Rachel Dratch and Fred Armisen, writers Alan Zweibel and Paula Pell, and with Susan Morrison, author of "Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live," about the creation of a television landmark.
Passage: Poster artist David Edward Byrd
You might call artist David Edward Byrd the poster child of posters. "Sunday Morning" anchor Jane Pauley remembers the artist who died February 3 at age 83, whose designs for rock groups and Broadway shows captured the psychedelic era of the 1960s and '70s.
Edward Norton on becoming Pete Seeger in "A Complete Unknown"
The actor, who received his fourth Oscar nomination for his portrayal of the legendary folk singer, talks about cultivating authenticity in his performances.
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Apple, Google restore TikTok to their app stores
Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.
AI video fools social media users
A video depicting various celebrities protesting Ye, also known as Kanye West, for his antisemitic comments went viral on social media this week. However, the video is completely AI-generated. CBS News confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant breaks it down.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How AI could be incorporated into nukes
During this week's artificial intelligence summit in Paris, arguments were made that advanced AI is critical in the world's current threat landscape. Many militaries are exploring how advanced AI technology can be integrated into weapons systems, including nuclear missiles. CBS News' Errol Barnett has more.
U.S., U.K. refuse to sign Paris AI declaration
This week's Paris summit on artificial intelligence ended with the United States and the United Kingdom refusing to sign on to a declaration that calls on the development of AI to be inclusive and sustainable. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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Key facts about asteroid that could hit Earth in 2032
The head of planetary defense at the European Space Agency discusses 2024 YR4, an asteroid with a small chance of striking Earth eight years from now.
NASA rover captures images of "mother-of-pearl" clouds on Mars
The clouds contain carbon dioxide and only form high in Mars' atmosphere.
NASA announces plan to bring Starliner crew home next month
By switching the next space station crew to a different ferry ship, the Starliner astronauts will get home a bit earlier than planned.
Mexican long-nosed bats now being tracked via "eDNA" using their saliva
Endangered Mexican long-nosed bats are now being tracked via "eDNA" using their saliva.
U.K. firm finds way to turn damaging greenhouse gas into useful products
Methane is one of the climate-damaging gases emitted by industry, but a British firm has found a way to give it a major makeover.
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Inside a family's fight to keep teen daughter's killers in prison
Justine Vanderschoot was 17 when she was brutally murdered by her boyfriend and his roommate in Placer County, California. More than 20 years later, her family continues to fight for justice.
Prosecutor: Killer was making a statement with post-Valentine's murder
Hollywood therapist Amie Harwick was attacked and killed by her ex-boyfriend-turned-stalker Gareth Pursehouse in the early morning hours of Feb. 15, 2020.
Eric Adams reacts to DOJ's motion to drop case
The Department of Justice submitted an official request to dismiss New York City Mayor Eric Adams' federal corruption case. Adams is trying to reassure New Yorkers that he is solely beholden to them, saying he never offered to trade on his authority as mayor for an end to his case. Ali Bauman reports.
Man arrested in 2012 killing of trans performer in New York City
Henry Pacheco, 44, of Brooklyn charged with second-degree murder, arson and other charges, officials said.
Vermont border agent's death exposed latest violence linked to cultlike group
A third, a shadowy figure known online as "Ziz," remains missing in connection with the death of the U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont after authorities linked their cultlike group to six deaths in three states.
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Key facts about asteroid that could hit Earth in 2032
The head of planetary defense at the European Space Agency discusses 2024 YR4, an asteroid with a small chance of striking Earth eight years from now.
NASA rover captures images of "mother-of-pearl" clouds on Mars
The clouds contain carbon dioxide and only form high in Mars' atmosphere.
NASA announces plan to bring Starliner crew home next month
By switching the next space station crew to a different ferry ship, the Starliner astronauts will get home a bit earlier than planned.
When and where to see February's Snow Moon
Get ready for the Snow Moon, February's full moon, which is set to peak on Wednesday morning.
Asteroid's odds of hitting Earth go up as NASA tasked with studying it
Astronomers will use the Webb telescope to closely monitor the size and trajectory of an asteroid that has a slim chance of hitting Earth in 2032.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Shaheen: Trump administration sending "mixed message" on Ukraine
Democratic Sen. Jeanee Shaheen of New Hampshire says Trump administration officials have sent a "mixed message" over their position on Ukraine and Russia. "I hope that the upshot of that is that we are going to do everything we can to support Ukraine," Shaheen said.
Raskin: DOJ move to drop charges against Adams "deeply corrupt"
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland said the Justice Department under President Trump made a "deeply corrupt bargain" by seeking to drop federal charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams.
Hassett says Trump has "multifaceted plan" to end inflation
Kevin Hassett, the director of the National Economic Council and President Trump's chief economic adviser, says the administration plans to address inflation through tax cuts, reductions in government spending, increased energy production, deregulation and issue-specific policies.
Rubio lays out next steps in Russia, Ukraine talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio laid out the next steps in kickstarting talks with Russia and Ukraine aimed at ending the war, following President Trump's phone calls with leaders of both countries last week. "The next few weeks and days will determine whether it's serious or not," Rubio said.
Open: "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 16, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," President Trump's national security team takes his MAGA movement to Europe. We talk to Secretary of State Marco Rubio in his first Sunday show interview since taking office.