Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla off Greek coast, activists say
The Global Sumud Flotilla said 22 of its 58 vessels were "abducted," while the Israeli foreign ministry derided the convoy as a "condom flotilla."
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Trump defends war with Iran as gas prices climb to highest level since 2022
During a celebration for the Artemis II crew at the White House, President Trump defended the war with Iran as the U.S. economy grapples with rising gas prices. Global oil prices climbed above $120 per barrel on Wednesday, the highest since 2022, and gas prices are now up around 30 cents in a week. Nancy Cordes reports.
U.K. pledges $34 million to fight antisemitism emergency after stabbing
The British government's terrorism prevention adviser describes anti-Jewish attacks as the "biggest national security emergency" since 2017.
Iran war pushes oil prices to 4-year high as Hegseth to face lawmakers
Oil prices hit a 4-year high as Axios reports Trump will hear new options to try to break the Strait of Hormuz standoff with Iran with a new wave of attacks.
Divers find wreck of iconic U.S. ship torpedoed in WWI, killing 131
The sinking of the Coast Guard Cutter Tampa killed 131 people, making it the largest loss of life on any U.S. combat ship during the war.
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10 people arrested in massive raids on religious sect in U.K.
Ten people were arrested in raids on the U.K. headquarters of the AROPL religious sect, on suspicion of modern slavery, forced marriage and sexual offenses.
As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
The War Powers Resolution sets deadlines for the president to end hostilities without congressional approval.
Press freedom worldwide is at lowest level in 25 years, watchdog group warns
Press freedom across the globe has fallen to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, Reporters Without Borders warned.
U.S. charges 10 Mexican officials, including Sinaloa governor, with drug trafficking
The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
Hegseth takes aim at Iran war critics during House testimony
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth answered questions under oath in his first testimony since the war with Iran began. He said America's biggest adversaries are not overseas, but are on Capitol Hill. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more details.
4/29: CBS Evening News
Hegseth takes aim at Iran war critics during House testimony; James Comey turns himself in after second federal indictment.
Iran war has cost $25 billion to date, defense official says
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
U.S. carrier in Iran war set to leave in days as official reveals conflict's cost
The USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier is expected to leave the Middle East in the coming days, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News.
4/29: The Takeout with Major Garrett
The Supreme Court weakens the Voting Rights Act; Pete Hegseth defends the Trump administration's handling of the war with Iran.
How Ukraine's demining robots could help U.S. open the Strait of Hormuz
Ukraine has perfected demining techniques in the Black Sea over four years of war against Russia.
Robot exploring France's deepest shipwreck finds cannons, ceramics
An army survey of the seabed uncovered the 16th-century merchant ship by chance in waters off the coast of France.
From a brooch to the queen's iPod: A history of gifts between U.S. and U.K.
King Charles surprised President Trump with the bell from the HMS Trump, a World War II-era British submarine, during this week's visit.
Hegseth faces questions on overall Iran war strategy
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
Hegseth faces questioned on overall Iran war strategy
The war with Iran is now in its ninth week, and Congress is concerned about the reduction of global munition stockpiles and the ability to restock them.
Hegseth questioned over Iran war as official reveals costs so far
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing questions from lawmakers for the first time since the Trump administration launched its joint war with Israel against Iran.
9 people arrested in massive raids on religious sect in U.K.
Nine people were arrested in raids on the U.K. headquarters of the AROPL religious sect, on suspicion of modern slavery, forced marriage and sexual offenses.
Police declare terrorist incident after 2 Jewish men stabbed in London
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
Breaking down King Charles' visit amid strained U.S.-U.K. relationship
CBS News royal contributor Roya Nikkhah joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the significance of King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the U.S. as they head to New York City on Wednesday and its core mission. The king on Tuesday addressed Congress and met with President Trump amid strained relations between the U.S. and U.K.
London mayor laments "shocking antisemitic attacks" as 2 hurt in stabbing
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
Mayor deploys more police after "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners"
London's mayor says police will increase patrols after an "appalling attack on two Jewish Londoners," amid a "series of shocking antisemitic attacks" in the city.
King Charles hints at recent tension between U.S. and U.K. in address to Congress
In an address to a joint session of Congress, King Charles hinted at recent tension between the U.S. and U.K. over the war with Iran and trade. The king said, "whatever our differences, whatever disagreements we may have, we stand united in our commitment to uphold democracy." Nancy Cordes has more.
U.S. captures alleged drug kingpin with $10 million bounty on his head
Eugenio Molina-Lopez is accused of heading up a gang that allegedly trafficked U.S.-bound cocaine from South America to Mexican cartels.
U.S. envoy in Ukraine to step down, but officials say no dispute with Trump
Acting U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Julie Davis is stepping down, but officials deny reports that it follows disagreements with President Trump
Man held after 2 hurt in stabbing attack in London, Jewish group says
London police "deployed a taser" and detained a suspect who was "attempting to stab Jewish members of the public," according to the Shomrim volunteer security organization.