Latest in National security adviser Jake Sullivan on rebel takeover of Syria
Sort by
659 items
-
Sage Toda-Nation: ‘Be with people you love and eat loads of good food’
For the clothing designer, a good Christmas is one where the pressure is off and the gifts are meaningfulFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Invisible Nation — a tour de force documentary about Taiwan
The island’s former president Tsai Ing-wen is the star of a thoughtful study of Taiwan’s past, present and uncertain futureFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
‘We’ve seen this before’: residents of rebel-held Aleppo fear regime onslaught
Syria’s second largest city braces for possibility of president Bashar al-Assad revisiting brutal tactics used in civil war. A billboard of the Syrian president that once overlooked a central ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Quebec sees spike in irregular crossings to U.S., public security minister says
Quebec Public Security Minister François Bonnardel said on Tuesday that the number of irregular crossings from Canada to the U.S. has jumped significantly in the last three years.Bonnardel met on ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Trump will take ‘nonstop’ action in first 100 days in office, top adviser says – live
Jason Miller says that Trump will take aggressive action on immigration and oil and gas drilling early into his second term. Notre Dame Cathedral will reopen in Paris on Saturday with incoming US ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
U.S. charges Chinese national for exporting guns and ammo to North Korea
A Chinese national living in California is accused of exporting guns and ammunition to North Korea at the direction of North Korean agents.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Syrian rebels reach outskirts of major city of Hama
Advance from Aleppo highlights weakness of regime forcesFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Watch: Biden speaks at National Museum of Slavery in Angola
President Biden delivered remarks Tuesday at the National Museum of Slavery in Angola's capital, part of a trip that has seen Mr. Biden become the first sitting U.S. president to visit the ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
House Republican: 'Hard decisions' needed on Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare
Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said Tuesday that lawmakers will ultimately face tough choices on spending in next year's unified GOP government, suggesting cuts may be coming to social welfare ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Amid Syria’s Rebel Offensive, a Geopolitical Cauldron Simmers
Iran and Russia, both stretched by conflicts of their own, have experienced setbacks in Syria after a rebel offensive in the northwest of the country.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Biden to deliver remarks in Angola at country's National Museum of Slavery
President Biden will deliver remarks Tuesday at Angola's National Museum of Slavery in the nation's capital. Mr. Biden is the first sitting U.S. president to visit Angola and the first president to ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
What to know about Social Security's December schedule and COLA increase
Social Security beneficiaries have some changes coming in December and January, due to quirks of the calendar and a payment hike.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Trump adviser on Hegseth pick: ‘There aren't any concerns’
President-elect Trump senior adviser Jason Miller said that the team isn’t concerned with the pick for Defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, amid controversial reports about him emerging in recent days. ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Inside Aleppo: Family reunions, nervousness at rebel rule and fear of war
Syria's second city has been captured by the armed rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from government forces.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
How an American steel takeover became a political firestorm
A Japanese company’s plan to buy US Steel is challenging the country’s long-standing policy towards foreign investmentFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Trump vows to block U.S. Steel's takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel
President-elect Donald Trump said he is "totally against" Japan's Nippon Steel buying U.S. Steel.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Fighting resumes in eastern Congo despite ceasefire between army and rebels
Fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group has resumed in eastern Congo ahead of potential mediation talksABC News - Dec. 3 -
-
U.S. Steel shares drop on Trump’s pledge to block Nippon Steel takeover
U.S. Steel Corp. shares fell 7% in Tuesday’s pre-market trading session after President-elect Donald Trump pledged to block Nippon Steel’s plans to acquire the 123-year-old Pittsburgh-headquartered ...MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Who are the rebels threatening Assad's grip on Syria?
The long-running civil war has unexpectedly sprung back into the spotlightBBC News - Dec. 3 -
Who Are the Syrian Rebels Who Seized Aleppo?
The group now advancing, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, says it wants to replace the Assad government with one inspired by Islamic principles.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Key players in Syria's long-running civil war, reignited by a shock rebel offensive
Syria’s long civil war has reclaimed global attention after insurgents seized most of its largest city and dozens of nearby towns and villagesABC News - Dec. 3 -
Trump says he will block Japanese firm's takeover of U.S. Steel
President-elect Donald Trump said Monday that he would block a Japanese company’s $15 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Rebel offensive boosts Turkey’s influence in Syria
Ankara, long a backer of opposition groups, sees chance to push back Kurdish militants and force Assad to negotiateFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
How a Syrian Rebel Went From an American Jail to Seizing Aleppo
Once affiliated with Islamic State and al Qaeda, rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani professes religious tolerance. Many have doubts.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 2 -
Trump threatens 100% tariffs on BRICS nations over effort to replace dollar
President-elect Donald Trump is vowing to impose 100% tariffs on BRICS nations unless they commit to not developing a new currency. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins to explain ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
What is the ultimate goal of Syria's rebel forces?
The Syrian military and Russian forces launched joint airstrikes Monday targeting rebel groups that seized control of the nation's largest city, Aleppo. Syria's civil war has stood at a stalemate ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Field grows in Democratic National Committee chair race
The field in the race to lead the Democratic National Committee is growing. Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler and former Maryland Senate candidate Robert Houton jumped in on Sunday. CBS ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Why Syria's civil war is reigniting
The Syrian military and the Kremlin conducted joint airstrikes Monday on parts of Syria that rebels took control of over the weekend. Fighters seized Syria's largest city, Aleppo, after a battle ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Why is Trump threatening a 100% tariff on the BRICS nations?
Donald Trump said the U.S. would hit Brazil, Russia and six other countries with a crushing tariff if they sought to challenge the dollar.CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
The surprise Syrian rebel offensive could be a Mideast turning point
For years, American policymakers have grappled with how to manage the Middle East’s shifting alliances and conflicts while reducing direct military commitments.The Hill - Dec. 2 -
Transcript: Jill Schlesinger on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 1, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 1, 2024.CBS News - Dec. 1
