Hormuz control map released; Trump hints at further strikes

May 20, 2026, 5:46 PM EDT Iran releases Hormuz 'controlled maritime zone' boundaries The Iranian government released the boundaries of the Strait of Hormuz that it says are being managed by the newly created Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA). The "controlled maritime zone" consists of the "line connecting Kuh-e Mubarak in Iran to the south

Diplomacy Intensifies as U.S. and Iran Narrow Negotiation Gaps

A new burst of diplomatic action intensified Thursday in a push to break the deadlock between the United States and Iran. Tehran was responding to Washington’s latest proposal, which had “reduced the gaps to some extent” between the two sides, the semiofficial ISNA news agency reported early Thursday. It said that a visit by Pakistan’s

U.S. Grand Jury Indicts Raúl Castro and Five Others

By Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News. Twice Emmy-nominated, she has traveled worldwide with the secretary of state and contributes reporting on intelligence, foreign policy and other security topics across CBS News broadcast, radio, online and streaming platforms. Read Full Bio May 20, 2026 / 12:52 PM EDT / CBS

Gallrein Hails ‘Courageous’ Trump After Kentucky Primary Win

Jones talks November face-off with Tuberville for Alabama governor 04:35 Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic primary for Georgia governor, NBC News projects 05:04 Now Playing UP NEXT Massie concedes Kentucky House primary to Gallrein: 'We've been honorable' 05:40 Andy Barr thanks Trump after winning GOP nomination for Kentucky Senate seat 02:04 Georgia GOP governor primary

Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Ahead of Texas Runoff

Updated on: May 19, 2026 / 12:51 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — President Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday in the state's upcoming Senate runoff, seeking to bring to an end a costly contest just a week ahead of the runoff date.   "Ken is

U.S. Probes Chinese Container Makers’ 2019 Production Cuts

By Jacob Rosen Justice Department Reporter Jake Rosen is a reporter covering the Department of Justice. He was previously a campaign digital reporter covering President Trump's 2024 campaign and also served as an associate producer for "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan." Read Full Bio Updated on: May 19, 2026 / 12:47 PM EDT /
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