Eleanor Watson
Coverage of Eleanor Watson in the Nexus archive.
- What we know about a possible agreement with Iran
President Trump stated the U.S. is closer than ever to an agreement with Iran, mentioning a potential signing ceremony as early as this weekend. CBS News reporters Natalie Brand and Eleanor Watson provided further details.
- False alarm prompts hazmat response at Pentagon, sources say
A false alarm likely triggered a hazmat response at the Pentagon, leading to a shelter in place order for employees. The situation remains under resolution as authorities await an all clear.
- Pentagon reacts to hazmat investigation as personnel remains under lockdown
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell confirmed a shelter-in-place directive at the Pentagon as officials investigate a potential hazardous materials incident. Personnel remain under lockdown during the investigation.
- Ret. Army Maj. Mike Lyons on new U.S. strikes against Iran: "It's kind of about time"
The U.S. launched strikes against Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter earlier in the week. Ret. Army Maj. Mike Lyons stated the strikes are 'kind of about time.'
- U.S. targets Iran's ammunition depots, more in new wave of strikes
The U.S. launched strikes against Iran's ammunition depots and other targets in response to the downing of a U.S. helicopter. President Trump had previously vowed to retaliate with force. CBS News reporter Eleanor Watson and former CIA leader Joe Zacks provided details and analysis.
- U.S. forces conduct more strikes against Iran
The U.S. launched additional strikes against Iran in response to its 'continued aggression,' according to CENTCOM. CBS News reporters Eleanor Watson and Natalie Brand provided updates on the latest developments.
- Iran, U.S. trade strikes overnight as war appears to reignite
U.S. officials reported striking nearly 20 Iranian targets overnight in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter earlier this week. The incident occurred as tensions between Iran and the U.S. appeared to escalate, according to CBS News reporters Eleanor Watson and Natalie Brand.
- U.S. launches self-defense strikes against Iran, CENTCOM says, after Apache downing
U.S. Central Command confirmed launching self-defense strikes against Iran in response to the downing of a U.S. military helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes began Tuesday following the incident.
- U.S. launches self-sefense strikes against Iran in response to chopper downing, CENTCOM says
The U.S. military launched retaliatory strikes on Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter, according to CENTCOM. CBS News reporter Eleanor Watson provided further details on the incident.
- Bill Pulte, Trump's new acting intelligence chief, criticized over lack of experience
President Trump appointed Bill Pulte, a housing official, as acting director of national intelligence. Pulte has no defense or intelligence experience, leading to criticism.
- Fighter pilot downed over Iran was previously shot down in Kuwaiti incident, sources say
A U.S. fighter pilot downed over Iran in April was previously involved in a Kuwaiti friendly fire incident that shot down jets at the start of the war, according to CBS News sources. The information was reported by CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson.
- Trump outlines Iran demands before Situation Room meeting on deal
President Trump posted his demands regarding Iran's future and announced a Situation Room meeting to discuss a potential deal. CBS News reporters Nancy Cordes and Eleanor Watson covered the development.
- Trump discussing Iran deal in Situation Room
President Trump discussed the latest proposal on Iran with members of his national security team in the Situation Room. The report was provided by CBS News' Natalie Brand and Eleanor Watson.
- Trump calls Situation Room meeting to discuss latest on Iran deal
President Trump is convening a Situation Room meeting with his national security team to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran. The meeting follows the latest round of talks, as reported by CBS News journalists Ed O'Keefe and Eleanor Watson.
- 6 videos that stood out in the Pentagon's new UFO drop
The Pentagon released hundreds of UFO files after President Trump ordered them to be made public. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson reviewed 28 videos and selected six that stood out. The release is part of a larger effort to make UFO documents publicly available.
- Trump says UFO files released to maximize transparency
The Pentagon has started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs to maximize transparency. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated it's time for the American people to see the information for themselves. The release is part of an effort to be more transparent about the topic.
- U.S. warships face Iranian assault in Strait of Hormuz
Three U.S. warships faced an intense Iranian assault in the Strait of Hormuz as the White House awaits a response from Iran to the latest U.S. peace proposal. The incident is part of ongoing hostilities in the region. U.S. Central Command reported the details of the assault.
- White House grappling with bad poll numbers on Iran war, economy ahead of midterms
The Trump administration is facing low approval ratings ahead of the midterm elections due to poor poll numbers on Iran war and economy. New polling from ABC News and the Washington Post reveals terrible approval ratings. The midterm elections are approaching.
- U.S. soldier tried to save colleague after fall from cliff, search continues for both in Morocco
A US soldier fell off a cliff in Morocco during a hike and another soldier jumped in to save him, but both are now missing. The incident occurred after training exercises. A search is ongoing for the two missing soldiers.
- Iran offers new deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping if the U.S. lifts its blockade of Iranian ports, according to CBS News sources.
- Pete Hegseth says the naval blockade of Iran's ports are going "global"
The White House announced in-person Iran peace talks will resume this weekend in Pakistan as the war approaches eight weeks. CBS News reporters Eleanor Watson and Cristian Benavides provided updates on the conflict and negotiations.
- Navy Secretary John Phelan to leave post immediately, Pentagon spokesperson says
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his post immediately, as announced by the Pentagon. This occurs amid uncertainty seven and a half weeks into the war with Iran.
- Iran and Trump say Strait of Hormuz is open: What we know
Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while President Trump claimed the country is nearing a deal and stated Iran agreed to most U.S. demands during the conflict. The report is based on CBS News coverage by Imtiaz Tyab and Eleanor Watson.
- Iran rejects Trump's claim that it agreed to transfer enriched uranium to U.S.
President Trump claimed Iran agreed to transfer enriched uranium to the U.S., but Iran's spokesperson denied the assertion. The conflicting statements were reported by CBS News' Eleanor Watson and Aaron MacLean.
- Latest on Middle East as Trump announces Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
President Trump announced on social media that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, set to begin at 5 p.m. ET. CBS News journalists Natalie Brand, Eleanor Watson, and Taurean Small are covering the development.
- Trump announces Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
President Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon following talks in Washington, D.C. The announcement comes amid broader discussions involving the Iran war and U.S. actions at Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Latest on U.S. blockade of Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. has maintained a blockade on Iranian ports along the Strait of Hormuz into its second day, with no indication of an imminent end. CBS News reporter Eleanor Watson is covering the development.
- U.S. imposes blockade on Iran's ports along Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz following failed negotiations in Pakistan. The 21-hour talks over the weekend did not result in a peace deal, leading to the blockade measure.