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French president in Lebanon to meet the country's new leaders and discuss ceasefire with Israel

France’s president began a visit to Lebanon Friday, where he will meet the crisis-hit country’s newly elected leaders, as the nation attempts to recover from the 14-month Israel-Hezbollah war

ABC News - Jan. 17

Will Ashley Moody, DeSantis' Rubio replacement, be another Trump ally in Senate?

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has selected Ashley Moody, the Sunshine State's attorney general, to replace Sen. Marco Rubio as he vies for the secretary of state role. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Deputy national security adviser discusses ceasefire agreement

For months, the Biden administration has worked on a ceasefire and hostage agreement between Israel and Hamas. Deputy national security adviser Jonathan Finer joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the ...

CBS News - Jan. 16

Ramaswamy and DeWine met to discuss Ohio Senate appointment

The DOGE co-leader previously took himself out of the running for the post.

Politico - Jan. 15

Trump allies reacting to Hegseth's Senate confirmation hearing

President-elect Donald Trump's allies are reacting favorably to Pete Hegseth's performance during his Senate confirmation hearing for the secretary of defense Cabinet role. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi ...

CBS News - Jan. 14

China discussing using Musk as broker in TikTok deal

Officials consider involving billionaire confidant of Donald Trump in effort to save video app from US ban

Financial Times - Jan. 14

China Officials Discuss Option of TikTok Sale to Elon Musk

Beijing officials preparing options for after Donald Trump’s inauguration have examined possible openness to a deal for TikTok’s U.S. operations with the owner of X.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 14

What an Upended Mideast Means for Trump and U.S. Gulf Allies

While major ruptures are not expected, Gulf states are urging a tougher stance on Israel and a softening toward Iran, positions that differ greatly from the president-elect’s first term.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

Trump's team is discussing a trip to survey the L.A. wildfire devastation

President-elect Donald Trump's team is engaged in conversations about his visiting Los Angeles to view the wildfire damage, two sources familiar with the discussions said.

NBC News - Jan. 13

Trump’s trade coercion will harm the US and its allies

Greenland gambit suggests the country is now a threat to as much as a guarantor of security

Financial Times - Jan. 13

NATO allies unsettled by alleged Russian Baltic Sea sabotage scramble to respond

A spate of alleged sabotage operations against undersea cables in the Baltic Sea has raised the prospect of a dangerous 2025 in NATO's northern theater.

ABC News - Jan. 13

House Republicans and Trump discuss tying California wildfire aid to debt ceiling

The current California fires could become the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history.

Politico - Jan. 13

Biden and Netanyahu discuss Gaza ceasefire talks as momentum builds

Israel and Hamas are understood to be making progress but uncertainty remains over aspects of a deal.

BBC News - Jan. 13

Biden and Netanyahu discuss the latest in the effort to reach an Israel-Hamas war ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Joe Biden have spoken in a phone call on the latest efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release in the Israel-Hamas war

ABC News - Jan. 12

Trump Discusses Tax Cuts for New Yorkers With G.O.P. Lawmakers

The president-elect told Republicans from New York, New Jersey and California to come up with a plan for increasing the state and local tax deduction — a move that would benefit their constituents.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Diplomats discuss Syria at international gathering in Riyadh

Yahoo News - Jan. 12

Sen. Adam Schiff discusses devastating Los Angeles wildfires

As fire rages in Southern California, questions are starting to be asked about how budget cuts at the state and local levels may have impacted the response. Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff of ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

New York’s Chinese Dissidents Thought He Was an Ally. He Was a Spy.

Shujun Wang seemed to be a Chinese democracy activist, but an F.B.I. investigation showed just how far China will go to repress citizens abroad.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Ukraine war briefing: Western allies pledge $2bn in military aid for Ukraine

Aid promised at Ramstein meeting covered air defence, information technology, demining, naval forces, air forces and artillery. What we know on day 1,052. See all our Ukraine coverage ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado ‘kidnapped’, allies say

Leader reportedly freed after being ‘violently intercepted’ having left hideout to lead protest against Nicolás Maduro. Allies of Venezuela’s most influential opposition leader, María Corina ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

With Trump Arriving, Zelensky Urges Allies Not to ‘Drop the Ball’

In an impassioned address to officials from countries supporting Ukraine, Mr. Zelensky said “a new chapter” would be starting for Europe and the rest of the world, requiring even more cooperation.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

Zelenskyy urges western allies ‘not to drop ball’ when Trump returns

Ukrainian leader appeals for sustained military support as US president-elect seeks ‘new chapter’ in Europe. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Ukraine’s western allies “not to drop the ball” and to ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

FEMA director discusses federal response to massive Palisades Fire

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the federal government's response to the Palisades Fire, which has burned over 17,000 acres in Los Angeles County and left ...

CBS News - Jan. 9

Alito confirms call with Trump, says emergency order not discussed

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito on Wednesday confirmed a call with President-elect Trump, and he said they did not discuss an emergency application from Trump to block his upcoming sentencing in ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

Justice Alito says there was no discussion of Trump's pending case when the two spoke

The call took place a day before Trump asked the Supreme Court to halt his sentencing, though Samuel Alito said they did not discuss the emergency application.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Apple executives discuss potential investment in Indonesia

Yahoo News - Jan. 8

Trump, allies fuel speculation over Greenland endgame

President-elect Trump is ramping up speculation about his endgame with Greenland as he doubles down on calls to acquire the Danish territory, putting observers and allies alike on edge. Trump on ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Trump allies' lawyer under consideration for top federal prosecutor in D.C.

John Irving, a former federal prosecutor who now represents several Trump-world figures, is under consideration to be named the U.S. attorney in Washington, D.C.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Reading group discussion guide for Oprah's book club pick, "A New Earth"

Dive deeper into Eckhart Tolle's transformative book, "A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose," with our comprehensive reader's guide.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Musk’s war on America’s allies

The question of whether he is speaking for Trump is urgent for Europe

Financial Times - Jan. 7

'Abuse victims have had enough of consultations and discussions'

Some people "in a very uninformed way", have politicised child sexual abuse, says the inquiry chair.

BBC News - Jan. 7

California sheriff is Trump's blue-state ally

Riverside County, California, Sheriff Chad Bianco says he feels "very good" about President-elect Trump winning the election and calls Democrats' agenda "pro criminal." In the past, Bianco was a ...

NBC News - Jan. 7

Martial arts head and Trump ally Dana White joins Meta board

Mark Zuckerberg’s move comes as Silicon Valley seeks to build bridges with the incoming president

Financial Times - Jan. 6

Bethenny Frankel Uses ‘Dior Bags’ to Discuss Drones on TikTok

To weigh in on the rash of reported drone sightings without fear of content suppression, Bethenny Frankel borrowed a term from the fashion world.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Pope Names Robert McElroy, an Ally on Immigration, as Cardinal in Washington

The appointment of Robert W. McElroy is a signal of the pope’s priorities, two weeks before Donald J. Trump’s term begins.