Wagner Group says it is leaving Mali, but Africa Corps will remain
Wagner is a group of entities that operate as a private military company.
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Putin: Grenade fragments found in victims of Wagner boss plane crash
Putin criticized investigators for not conducting alcohol and drug tests on Prigozhin and the nine other victims of the crash.
Wagner Group leadership in limbo
The death of Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin has left a leadership vacuum for the mercenary group, which is still acting as a security force for Russia. Catrina Doxsee, associate director and associate fellow for the Transnational Threats Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joined CBS News to discuss the future of Wagner.
Ukrainian troops breach Russia's defense to retake village of Robotyne
Victories in Ukraine's counteroffensive are small and hard-won on the southern front, but they're coming.
Ukraine claims major logistical victory
Kyiv says Ukrainian troops reclaimed the village of Robotyne, a victory officials there hope will speed up the country's counteroffensive against Russia. Meanwhile, the death of Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin has left questions about the future of the Russian mercenary group and its presence in African nations. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has the latest.
Prigozhin's death in a plane crash is "par for the course," Russia expert says
Fiona Hill said "I doubt it" when asked if anyone in the diplomatic community believes that Vladimir Putin has nothing to do with the plane crash.
Russia expert Fiona Hill on Prigozhin's death
Russia's investigative committee said Sunday that it had confirmed via genetic testing that Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin died in a plane crash. Fiona Hill, the former senior director for European and Russian affairs on the National Security Council during the Trump administration, tells "Face the Nation" the plane crash was "so dramatic" that "one has to ask whether this was done for the demonstrative effect of it."
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This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Russia expert Fiona Hill weighs in on the mysterious plane crash that killed Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin; plus our political panel discusses the complicated legal calendar ahed for former President Donald Trump.
Leon Panetta on Wagner leader's fate: "If you cross Putin, the likelihood is you're going to die"
On Wednesday a plane carrying the mercenary leader who staged a failed mutiny against the Kremlin fell from the sky. No one doubts that Russian President Vladimir Putin was behind the crash.
Russia says Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin's death confirmed
Russia's Investigative Committee said in a statement that forensic and genetic testing identified all 10 bodies recovered at the site of Wednesday's crash.
Vladimir Putin and the suspicious death of Yevgeny Prigozhin
On Wednesday a plane carrying Yevgeny Prigozhin, the Wagner Group leader who staged a failed mutiny against the Kremlin earlier this year, fell from the sky, killing everyone on board. No one doubts that Vladimir Putin was behind the crash. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talks with former CIA director Leon Panetta about the Russian president who uses violent deaths and dubious suicides to maintain his grip on power.
Will Prigozhin's presumed death help Ukraine?
The Kremlin denied Russian President Vladimir Putin had anything to do with the plane crash that is believed to have killed Wagner mercenary group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin. A preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment found an intentional explosion likely caused the plane to go down Wednesday -- and that Prigozhin was likely targeted. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has more.
Fate of Wagner Group unclear
Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first public comments following the apparent death of Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, as U.S. officials say the fatal plane crash near Moscow was likely caused by an explosion on board. The presumed death of Prigozhin has left the future of the Wagner Group unclear. CBS News foreign correspondents Debora Patta and Charlie D'Agata report.
Kremlin says claims it ordered Wagner chief's death an "absolute lie"
A presidential decree signed Friday, two days after Prigozhin's death, means Russian paramilitary fighters will have to swear an oath to the Russian flag.
Putin says Prigozhin made "serious mistakes"
Russian President Vladimir Putin, speaking for the first time since Yevgeny Prigozhin's reported death in a plane crash in Russia, said the head of the Wagner mercenary group "was a man of complicated fate" and made "serious mistakes" in life. CBS News' Debora Patta reports.
U.S.: Putin likely ordered Prigozhin's death
U.S. officials say the most probable explanation for the plane crash that purportedly killed Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was an explosion on board and that Russian President Vladimir Putin likely ordered the killing. BBC News correspondent Paul Adams has the latest.
No sign surface-to-air missile took down Wagner chief's plane, U.S. says
The U.S. is still assessing what caused the plane purportedly carrying Wagner group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin to crash.
Fallout from Prigozhin's alleged death
U.S. officials believe the cause of the plane crash that allegedly killed Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was caused by an explosion on board the aircraft. Retired Brig. Gen. Peter Zwack, global fellow at the Wilson Center, joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments.
Putin breaks silence on Wagner's Prigozhin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has broken his silence on the apparent death of Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin, sending condolences to Prigozhin's family. U.K. authorities believe Russia's domestic intelligence agency was likely behind Wednesday's plane crash that killed 10 people, including, allegedly, Prigozhin. CBS News reporter Mary Ilyushina has the latest from Latvia.
Putin breaks silence on plane crash that purportedly killed Wagner chief
Russian President Vladimir Putin described Yevgeny Prigozhin as a man who made serious "mistakes" but "achieved the right results."
H.R. McMaster on Prigozhin's presumed death
As the exact circumstances surrounding the apparent death of Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin remain unclear, experts believe the plane crash that purportedly killed him on Wednesday marked Russian President Vladimir Putin's vengeance for the group's short-lived rebellion in June. Former U.S. national security adviser H.R. McMaster joined CBS News to discuss what he described as Putin's "pattern" of killing his enemies.
What we know about the reported death of Russian Wagner chief Prigozhin
"No matter the cause of the plane crash, everyone will see this as an act of retaliation and retribution," said one analyst. "And the Kremlin won't particularly counteract this view."
What we know about Wagner leader's fate
Russian President Vladimir Putin made no mention of Wagner Group head Yevgeny Prigozhin during a remote address at the BRICS Summit in South Africa Thursday morning. Prigozhin was reportedly among 10 people killed in a plane crash northwest of Moscow Wednesday, according to Russia's civil aviation agency, but skepticism over his ultimate fate remains. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has the latest, including an unverified video of the crash.
Wagner chief Prigozhin killed in plane crash
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of Russia's Wagner mercenary group, was one of 10 people who died when a private plane crashed Wednesday north of Moscow. In June, Prigozhin led a brief revolt in which his Wagner soldiers marched on Moscow after he heavily criticized Russian defense officials over their handling of the invasion of Ukraine. Debora Patta reports.
Fallout of Wagner Group head's alleged death
Russian officials say a business jet crash has killed 10 people and that Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was listed on the plane's passenger list. For more on this, CBS News was joined by retired U.S. Army major and military analyst Mike Lyons and Catrina Doxsee, associate director of the Transnational Threats Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
California sues Trump administration for deploying National Guard to L.A.
Gov. Gavin Newsom posted on social media that "Commandeering a state's National Guard without consulting the Governor of that state is illegal and immoral."
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Homan says Trump administration has "no intention to arrest" Newsom — after Trump says "I'd do it"
President Trump's "border czar" says California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other local officials "haven't crossed a line yet."
Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
The major decisions coming from the Supreme Court in the coming weeks
The Supreme Court will release a flurry of decisions as it wraps up its term, with rulings on gender-affirming care, birthright citizenship and Planned Parenthood to come.
Trump administration activates 700 Marines in Los Angeles area amid ICE protests
Some 700 Marines have been activated to join National Guard troops in Los Angeles.
Jan. 6 riot victims see hypocrisy in Trump's response to L.A. protests
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn said, "Trump thinks anything done in his name is OK. Jan. 6 was done in his name, so our officers don't matter."
House Homeland Security Chairman Mark Green to resign from Congress
The Tennessee Republican said he would leave "as soon as the House votes once again on the reconciliation package."
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is floating a federal tax boycott
California Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested withholding the state's taxes amid reports the Trump administration may cut funding for the state's universities.
Visual timeline shows how the Los Angeles protests unfolded
Here is what happened on each day the protests against immigration detention operations in the Los Angeles area.
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Trump admin. mobilizing 2,000 more National Guard troops for L.A. protests
Almost 5,000 National Guard troops and Marines have been assigned to Los Angeles — drawing stiff rebukes from state officials.
Jan. 6 riot victims see hypocrisy in Trump's response to L.A. protests
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn said, "Trump thinks anything done in his name is OK. Jan. 6 was done in his name, so our officers don't matter."
Ex-jail worker accused of aiding New Orleans inmate as manhunt enters 4th week
Two days before New Orleans jail escape, Derrick Groves allegedly made a FaceTime video call to Darriana Burton, a former Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office employee, who's now facing a felony charge of conspiracy to commit simple escape.
Lasting impact of Operation Babylift 50 years after the Vietnam War
More than 2,500 children of U.S. servicemen born in Vietnam were flown to the United States in the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War.
Trump's tariffs create boom for one toy manufacturer
The Rodon Group produces billions of plastic parts every year — including parts for the popular toy brand K'nex — at its factory in Hatfield, Pennsylvania.
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Trump's tariffs create boom for one toy manufacturer
The Rodon Group produces billions of plastic parts every year — including parts for the popular toy brand K'nex — at its factory in Hatfield, Pennsylvania.
First-time homebuyers are an endangered species in the U.S.
Buying your first home is a key to building wealth in the U.S. Yet stepping onto the property ladder is a vanishing dream for many Americans.
Mom buys product she thought was U.S.-made, but warns of misleading labels
A woman says a product she purchased was labeled as "crafted in the USA," but it was actually made in China. Here's how to know if products are American-made.
Waymo suspends downtown Los Angeles service after 5 cars set on fire
Waymo suspended part of its service in downtown Los Angeles after multiple cars were set on fire during anti-ICE protests.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is floating a federal tax boycott
California Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested withholding the state's taxes amid reports the Trump administration may cut funding for the state's universities.
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Trump admin. mobilizing 2,000 more National Guard troops for L.A. protests
Almost 5,000 National Guard troops and Marines have been assigned to Los Angeles — drawing stiff rebukes from state officials.
Jan. 6 riot victims see hypocrisy in Trump's response to L.A. protests
Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn said, "Trump thinks anything done in his name is OK. Jan. 6 was done in his name, so our officers don't matter."
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Homan says Trump administration has "no intention to arrest" Newsom — after Trump says "I'd do it"
President Trump's "border czar" says California Gov. Gavin Newsom and other local officials "haven't crossed a line yet."
Lasting impact of Operation Babylift 50 years after the Vietnam War
More than 2,500 children of U.S. servicemen born in Vietnam were flown to the United States in the chaotic final days of the Vietnam War.
House Homeland Security Chairman Mark Green to resign from Congress
The Tennessee Republican said he would leave "as soon as the House votes once again on the reconciliation package."
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RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vacine advisory committee
The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.
Salmonella outbreak tied to eggs makes dozens sick across 7 states
The August Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May.
A woman's heart suddenly stopped. Two passing nurses saved her life.
Passing nurses Sabrina Castle and Gianna Formisano saved the life of Merryl Hoffman when she experienced a sudden cardiac arrest.
BowFlex adjustable dumbbells recalled after dislodging injuries
Nearly 4 million BowFlex adjustable dumbbells are being recalled because the plates can dislodge and cause injury.
FDA food inspector vacancies near 20% after Trump hiring freeze
The Trump administration's cost-cutting efforts have encouraged departures and stalled hiring at the FDA.
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"Unknown material" prompts closure of beaches in Spain's Valencia region
Spanish authorities have closed a number of beaches in the Valencia region after a mysterious white material washed ashore.
Russia and Ukraine begin new prisoner swap, as fighting continues apace
Ukraine's president says a new prisoner exchange with Russia is ongoing and will take days, as both sides continue launching hundreds of attack drones.
Reporter covering L.A. protests hit by rubber bullet on live TV
Lauren Tomasi, a 9News correspondent, was reporting live when an officer behind her suddenly raised their firearm and fired a nonlethal round at close range.
54 migrants rescued from oil platform, where one woman gave birth
The group was trapped on the platform for three days, Open Arms said. One of the migrants gave birth to a boy, while another woman had given birth days before.
4 cartel suspects killed days after 5 officers murdered in ambush
An official who asked not to be identified said the dead were members of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
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Sly Stone, frontman of Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82
Sly Stone, the musician known for his own brand of funk with Sly and the Family Stone, has died at 82.
Justin Baldoni's lawsuit against Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni's $400 million lawsuit against his "It Ends With Us" co-star, Blake Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, was dismissed by a judge on Monday.
Vito Schnabel and Julia Fox on new movie
Art dealer and filmmaker Vito Schnabel stars alongside actress and fashion icon Julia Fox in "The Trainer," a new comedy about fitness, fame and unexpected romance. The film just premiered at the Tribeca Festival and they join "CBS Mornings"
RZA talks Wu-Tang Clan's final tour
RZA, co-founder of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan, sits down with "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the group's final tour and his powerful new film "One Spoon of Chocolate," which explores justice, survival, and the disappearance of young Black men in a small Ohio town.
2025 Tony Awards highlights
"Maybe Happy Ending" won six Tony Awards during Broadway's biggest night on Sunday, including Best Musical. "Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo hosted the star-studded event that featured a reunion of the original "Hamilton" cast celebrating 10 years since it opened on Broadway.
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Apple unveils iOS 26 with Liquid Glass user interface at its WWDC
New touch-responsive Liquid Glass interface design "dynamically reacts" when you touch it, according to Apple.
New college grad? Here's what experts say you should know about AI.
We asked three experts what fresh college graduates can do to prepare as artificial intelligence changes how Americans work. Here's what they said.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Meta platforms showed "nudify" deepfake ads
A study found 6% of American teens have been targets of nude deepfake images that look like them. Some popular social media companies are hosting ads that show how to make these explicit fake images with the help of AI, a CBS News investigation shows. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry reports.
Meta platforms showed hundreds of "nudify" deepfake ads, CBS News finds
Meta platforms such as Instagram have marketed AI tools that let users create sexually explicit images of real people.
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What to know about invasive ant with fatal sting reported in multiple states
A "sneaky" invasive species that has a potentially deadly sting can be found in more than a dozen states, according to experts.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Japanese probe's second straight attempt at moon landing a failure
A private lunar lander from Tokyo-based company ispace was aiming for a touchdown in the unexplored far north with a mini rover.
Looking at Iran's uranium enrichment
Iran's foreign minister says his country will not accept any nuclear deal with the U.S. that completely bans uranium enrichment. Anna Erickson, professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Fungus in "agroterrorism" arrest already widely prevalent in U.S., researcher says
Two Chinese researchers were charged with trying to smuggle strains of a fungus called Fusarium graminearum into the U.S.
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Third person charged in fungus smuggling case
A third person has been arrested in connection with a smuggled fungus that government officials are calling a potential agroterrorism weapon. CBS News Detroit's Veronica Ortega reports.
Sean Combs' ex-girlfriend continues testimony
A recent ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs spoke about the aftermath of learning about Cassie Ventura's bombshell lawsuit against the music mogul during a third day of testimony in his sex trafficking and racketeering trial. The 55-year-old singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on her testimony.
Ex-jail worker accused of aiding New Orleans inmate as manhunt enters 4th week
Two days before New Orleans jail escape, Derrick Groves allegedly made a FaceTime video call to Darriana Burton, a former Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office employee, who's now facing a felony charge of conspiracy to commit simple escape.
Oklahoma's top prosecutor says state plans to retry Richard Glossip
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond said his office will seek a sentence of life in prison for Richard Glossip.
Tennessee prison riot contained, sheriff says
A riot at Tennessee's largest prison, Trousdale Turner Correctional Center, has been contained, according to the local sheriff. The facility is reportedly still in lockdown pending an investigation. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest updates.
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Report: Pentagon, NASA push SpaceX competitors
Even as Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a radio satellite into orbit on Saturday, the Pentagon and NASA are pushing his competitors to speed up the development of their own spacecraft, according to the Washington Post. CBS News New York journalist Ali Bauman has more.
Mars volcano that dwarfs Earth's tallest ones seen in new image
It marks the first time Arsia Mons has been imaged on the planet's horizon, NASA said.
Implications of Trump-Musk feud on NASA
The emerging feud between President Trump and Elon Musk could have a ripple effect on America's space program. Jeff Foust, senior staff writer for Space News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the implications.
Japanese lander makes hard landing on moon
A Japanese lander crash-landed on the moon in its second straight failure to touch down on the lunar surface. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on the mission, and President Trump and Elon Musk feud's potential impact on the U.S. space program.
Latest on Japanese lunar lander
Officials are waiting for a status update from a private Japanese space company on its second attempt to land a private lunar lander on the moon. The lander was set to touch down Thursday afternoon, but communication with it has been completely lost. Leroy Chow, a retired NASA astronaut, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
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LAPD chief on military forces at protests
Los Angeles Police Department Chief Jim McDonnell and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass held a joint news conference Monday on the deployment of military forces to the city as protests over immigration raids continued. "I see two parallel tracks that don't work together, if you will," McDonnell said.
700 Marines activated to deploy to Los Angeles
The U.S. Military is set to deploy about 700 Marines to the Los Angeles area in response to the protests over immigration enforcement raids. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Third person charged in fungus smuggling case
A third person has been arrested in connection with a smuggled fungus that government officials are calling a potential agroterrorism weapon. CBS News Detroit's Veronica Ortega reports.
Sean Combs' ex-girlfriend continues testimony
A recent ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs spoke about the aftermath of learning about Cassie Ventura's bombshell lawsuit against the music mogul during a third day of testimony in his sex trafficking and racketeering trial. The 55-year-old singer has pleaded not guilty to the charges. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on her testimony.
Study probes risks of teen skin care routines
Elaborate skin care routines among teenagers on TikTok might look like a harmless trend at first glance, but could this habit be something more dangerous? CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to discuss.