Politics

Putin makes first known trip abroad since arrest warrant issued; Kyiv’s counteroffensive off schedule

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine on October 12, 2023. Russian President Vladimir Putin…

Biden issues warning to longtime Hamas ally Iran, reiterates support for Israel and Netanyahu

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Wednesday he warned Iran to “be careful” in the wake of attacks by militant…

Already a humanitarian crisis, war with Hamas could have major impact on Israel’s economy

As Israel prepares for what could be a long war with massive humanitarian implications, there are also concerns about how…

Businesses are returning $140 million in surprise overdraft fees to consumers, according to a CFPB report

WASHINGTON — The nation’s federal consumer protection watchdog announced Wednesday that companies will refund $140 million to customers as a…

Steve Scalise nominated as House speaker candidate by GOP lawmakers

Republican lawmakers Wednesday selected Rep. Steve Scalise as their candidate for speaker of the House of Representatives, more than a…

Satellite images show the scale of destruction in Gaza as Israel responds to surprise Hamas attack

Satellite images depict the scale of the devastation in Gaza following a barrage of Israeli airstrikes in response to Hamas’…

White House announces new efforts to crack down on ‘tens of billions’ in junk fees

WASHINGTON — The White House on Wednesday announced new initiatives to rein in tens of billions worth of surcharges tied…

Israel-Hamas war updates: Israel says 2,600 ‘terrorist targets’ struck; Gaza’s health services enter ‘critical stage’

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments in the Israel-Hamas war. Click here for the latest Israel news and updates…

Russia warns Israel-Hamas war is entering ‘hot’ phase and could be ‘potentially very dangerous’

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. See below for the latest updates.  It’s a…

Biden condemns ‘terror and bloodshed’ by Hamas, says the U.S. will continue to support Israel

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden denounced Hamas’ attacks as terrorism and said the United States stands with Israel. “There are moments…