3 killed in Jerusalem after Israel and Hamas agree to extend Gaza truce
Hamas has freed about 100 hostages since the temporary cease-fire took effect and, despite ongoing violence outside Gaza, the truce was extended for at least 1 more day.
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Hamas says it's open to a longer cease-fire and more hostage releases
With Israel and Hamas extending their truce to facilitate more hostage and prisoner releases, there's joy for dozens of families – and calls for a longer cease-fire.
First American hostage freed by Hamas
Abigail Mor Edan, a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen who was orphaned during Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks, was among the Israeli hostages freed by Hamas over the weekend. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
Second group of Hamas-held hostages freed
A second group of 17 Hamas hostages, 13 Israelis and four Thai nationals, were released late Saturday following an hours-long delay caused when Hamas accused Israel of not fulfilling the terms of the cease-fire agreement, alleging that Israel was preventing the agreed upon number of aid trucks from entering Gaza. Another 39 Palestinian women and children who are jailed in Israel were also released. Lilia Luciano has more.
Biden playing "central role" in Gaza negotiations
President Biden was on the phone Saturday with Qatari leaders in an effort to resolve the holdup which delayed the release of Hamas-held hostages in Gaza. This came after Hamas halted its agreement with Israel for several hours. The two sides eventually resolved their disagreement, and 17 hostages were released, along with 39 Palestinian prisoners. Weija Jiang has details.
39 Palestinian prisoners released in West Bank
Thousands of people gathered in the occupied West Bank village of Beitunia to celebrate the 39 Palestinian prisoners, 24 women and 15 teenage boys, who were released Friday by Israel as part of a short-term cease-fire deal to free Hamas hostages. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Two dozen hostages released as cease-fire underway
Thirteen Israelis, 10 Thai nationals and a Filipino citizen who were taken hostage by Hamas militants on Oct. 7 were released Friday as part of a temporary cease-fire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas this week. Israel subsequently released 39 Palestinian women and children it was holding in its jails. Lilia Luciano has more.
Temporary Gaza cease-fire expected to start Friday
A temporary pause in the fighting in Gaza between Israeli forces and Hamas militants is expected to begin at 7 a.m. local time Friday, with the first batch of hostages expected to be released Friday afternoon. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Hostages not expected to be freed until Friday
Israeli hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza are not expected to be released until at least Friday as part of a temporary cease-fire agreement that was reached this week, according to an Israeli official. As part of the deal, Hamas is expected to release about 50 women and children, while Israel is expected to release 150 detained Palestinian women and children. Holly Williams has the latest.
White House: Israel-Hamas deal still on track
Some hostages held by Hamas will soon be freed under a deal approved by the Israeli government. CBS News' Holly Williams and Willie Inman have details on the agreement, as well as reporting on President Biden's response.
Israel-Hamas hostage deal delayed
The deal that would see Hamas release some of the hostages taken during the Oct. 7 attack has been delayed until Friday, an Israeli official said in a statement. The agreement was first expected to begin Thursday. CBS News' Christina Ruffini and Willie James Inman have the latest.
Israel's Netanyahu on deal with Hamas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the Jewish state Wednesday to praise the Israel Defense Forces and other groups involved in the continued operations of the Israel-Hamas war. Netanyahu also said the war will continue after the temporary cease-fire Israel agreed to as part of a hostage deal with Hamas.
Why did Israel agree to a deal with Hamas?
What are the reasons Israel agreed to a deal with Hamas, a long designated terrorist organization by Israel, the U.S. and many other nations? Raphael S. Cohen, a political scientist and director of the Strategy and Doctrine Program of RAND Project AIR FORCE, joins CBS News to discuss.
Breaking down the Israel-Hamas deal
The Israeli government approved a deal negotiated in Doha, Qatar, for the release of some hostages from Hamas' Oct. 7 attack and a short-term cease-fire in Gaza. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports on the deal's points as some critique its implications. CBS News' Willie Inman reports from Nantucket, Massachusetts, where President Biden is staying for Thanksgiving, and Mike Lyons, a retired U.S. Army major and military analyst, joins CBS News with his take on the continued threats in the Middle East.
Israeli government approves deal for hostage release, short cease-fire
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
Hostage negotiation expert unpacks Hamas deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government have approved a deal for the release of some of the hostages held by Hamas. Dan O'Shea, retired Navy SEAL commander and former coordinator of the State Department's Hostage Working Group, joins CBS News to discuss what the deal could mean for both Israel and Hamas.
Israel approves Hamas hostage deal
Israel has agreed to a deal that would see Hamas release some of the hostages taken during the Oct. 7 attack. CBS News' Holly Williams and Margaret Brennan have the details.
Analyzing the Israel-Hamas hostage deal
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a temporary pause in fighting in order to free a number of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. Chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan explains how the deal came together.
Israel and Hamas strike hostage deal
Israel has approved a deal to free a number of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinians being held by Israel. There will be a brief pause in fighting to allow for the exchange and for aid to enter Gaza. Holly Williams has the latest.
Biden delays Nantucket trip amid hostage talks
U.S. officials say a deal with Hamas to release some hostages held in Gaza is close. President Biden delayed his Tuesday departure for a Thanksgiving trip to Nantucket, Massachusetts, as talks continued. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Israel facing backlash from some citizens
Some citizens of Israel are speaking up against their government's approach to ground operations in the Israel-Hamas war. Ben Solomon, who has been reporting on the war for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with how some Israelis are voicing their concerns after the Oct. 7 attacks.
Israel, Hamas close to hostage-release deal
President Biden said a deal between Israel and Hamas is potentially "very close" to becoming a reality. If approved, the agreement may lead to a limited, temporary cease-fire and the release of some hostages. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan, who is the moderator of CBS' "Face the Nation," has been speaking to sources on the potential details of the deal, and CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest from Israel. Also, CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the Biden administration's reaction to the negotiations.
Premature babies evacuated from Al-Shifa
Premature babies have been evacuated from Al-Shifa Hospital following an Israeli assault on the medical facility, which the IDF claims was also being used as a Hamas base. Doctors and Gaza officials deny the claims, as Israeli forces have begun firing on another hospital in the Gaza Strip. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Premature babies evacuated from Al-Shifa Hospital
More than 30 premature babies have been evacuated from Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza after Israeli forces launched a ground operation inside the hospital complex. Israel on Sunday released video of what it claims are Hamas tunnels underneath the hospital complex. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Israeli military still searching Al-Shifa hospital
Israeli soldiers continued their search of Gaza's largest hospital Thursday, where they said they found more proof Hamas was using it as a command center, including a tunnel shaft and a vehicle with weapons. The body of 65-year-old Yehudit Weiss, one of the hostages abducted by Hamas militants on Oct. 7, was found in a building near Al-Shifa. Debora Patta reports from Israel.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Winter Olympics begin with spectacular opening ceremony
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway after the lighting of the Olympic cauldrons and the Parade of Nations at the opening ceremony.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
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Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
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Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
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Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
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Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
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Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
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A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
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Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
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Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
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See the best Olympic opening ceremony outfits of the 2026 Winter Games
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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