Former Mossad official says Iran was underestimated by Trump administration
As the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen join the conflict with Israel, a former Mossad official tells Holly Williams that the Iranians were underestimated.
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Trump claims deal is possible with Iran while threatening strikes on energy sector
President Trump argues he's making progress in talks with Iran, but threatened to blow up Iran's energy sector if talks fail. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
3/30: CBS Evening News
President Trump claims deal is possible with Iran while threatening strikes on energy sector; anticipation grows for Artemis II moon launch.
Trump threatens to invade Iran, "obliterate" its energy resources
Energy markets remain volatile as President Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
Nearly $100 million worth of cocaine found hidden in bananas
The massive seizure of cocaine marked the latest instance of the illicit drug being found hidden in a shipment of the fruit.
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Air Canada CEO to retire after backlash over English-only crash message
Air Canada will seek a new CEO with "the ability to communicate in French" after Rousseau's English-only condolence message about the deadly New York crash.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Special Operations Forces, Marines and Army troops now in Middle East, sources say
The forces give Trump military options in Iran, including operations that could target opening the Strait of Hormuz, take oil from Kharg Island or seize Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium, sources said.
Millions protest Trump administration at "No Kings" rallies
Millions of people protested at "No Kings" rallies across the U.S. and Europe over the weekend against the Trump administration's policies and the war in Iran. Organizers estimate at least 8 million participated in more than 3,300 protests worldwide.
Iran warns against U.S. launching ground operation
Iran issued a warning to the U.S., against a possible ground invasion as both sides continue to launch air and missile strikes. Holly Williams has the latest.
Trump weighs sending U.S. forces into Iran for ground operation
With Marines and the Army's 82nd Airborne Division amassing in the Middle East, President Trump on Air Force One wouldn't confirm if U.S. forces will head into Iran for a ground operation, only saying, "I just have lots of alternatives." It comes as members of both parties have voiced concerns. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Thieves grab paintings by 3 masters from Italian museum in under 3 minutes
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions from an Italian museum in under three minutes, reports say.
Fugitive accused of killing 2 cops is shot dead after 7-month manhunt
Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers who came to search his rural home.
Oil prices soar as Trump threatens to invade Iran, seize its resources
Energy markets remain volatile as Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
Pakistan says it's set to host U.S.-Iran talks soon
It's unclear if the talks would be direct or indirect, and Washington and Iran aren't commenting.
Pakistan set to host U.S.-Iran talks soon as Iran warns against ground operations
Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt met in Pakistan Sunday to discuss ways to push for an end to the Iran war.
Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
3/29: CBS Weekend News
Iran targeting Kuwait and Saudi Arabia; Conflicting messages on Iran war.
3/29/2026: Inside the Tower; Unmanned; Wonder of the World
First, investigating the D.C. midair plane crash. Then, a look at the drone arms race transforming modern warfare. And, inside Son Doong, the world's largest cave passage.
How drones have shifted warfare
From Ukraine to the Middle East, drone technology has drastically changed how wars are fought. Haley Ott has more.
Trump sends mixed messages on Iran
President Trump has repeatedly claimed, including as recently as this weekend, that the war in Iran has been won. Still, he insists that Iran also wants to negotiate as more troops head to the Middle East. Cristian Benavides has more.
Iran hits more Gulf targets as U.S., Israel continue strikes
The U.S. and Israel continued launching strikes against Iran over the weekend, with the Israeli military telling CBS News that 70% of Iran's ballistic missile launchers have been taken out. But Iran continues launching its own strikes against targets in the Gulf. Holly Williams reports.
Cardinal temporarily barred from entering Jerusalem's Church of Holy Sepulchre
The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem said it was "the first time in centuries" that heads of the church were unable to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass at the sacred site.
Iran warns troops will be "set on fire" if U.S. launches ground operation
"As long as the Americans seek Iran's surrender, our response is clear: Far be it from us to accept humiliation," Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's parliament speaker, said Sunday.
Pakistan set to host U.S.-Iran talks as Iran warns against ground operations
Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt are meeting in Pakistan on Sunday to push for an end to the Iran war.
Transcript: Tom Homan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Tom Homan, Trump administration border czar, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Jerome Adams on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Jerome Adams, surgeon general in the first Trump administration, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Iran warns U.S. against ground invasion, Israel to expand Lebanon operation
Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt are meeting in Pakistan on Sunday to push for an end to the Iran war.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.
Transcript: Karim Sadjadpour, Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 29, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iran policy analyst Karim Sadjadpour and former CENTCOM commander and CBS News contributor and reitred Gen. Frank McKenzie that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 29, 2026.