What are tactical nuclear weapons and how might Putin use them?
No one has ever used a tactical nuclear weapon in combat. Russia has stockpiled almost 2,000, some of which are about the size of a suitcase.
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Leak detected in major pipeline that brings Russian oil to Germany
The Druzhba pipeline, which in Russian means "Friendship," is one of the world's longest oil pipelines.
France orders striking workers back to oil refineries as pumps run dry
The striking oil workers want a pay rise, arguing their salaries cannot keep up with inflation that has soared to almost 6% in France.
Biden says Putin "miscalculated" on Ukraine
President Biden is taking swipes at Vladimir Putin as Russia continues its bombardment of Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined G7 leaders to discuss more support. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins "CBS News Mornings" from Ukraine with the latest.
Ukraine's embattled nuclear plant faces 2nd risky power cut in 5 days
Russia's latest "nuclear terrorism" raises the risk of a "radiation accident" at the Zaporizhzhia plant, Ukraine's state nuclear operator says.
Putin's new commander, "General Armageddon," behind Ukraine assault
Bombs rained down for two days on Ukrainian cities just after the Russian autocrat put a general with a ruthless history in charge of his flailing war effort.
Russia escalates strikes on Ukrainian civilian areas
Russian missiles rained down across Ukraine for the second straight day. Russia's military appeared to be targeting residential areas. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Ukraine regains territory from Russia
There has been growing international condemnation after Russia announced it would mobilize more reservist troops to fight in Ukraine. Errol Barnett took a look at the state of the war.
Xi and Putin expected to meet at annual summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to meet next week at the annual Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Uzbekistan. The two leaders last met in January at the Beijing Olympics, just weeks before the Russian invasion of Ukraine. CBS News contributor Isaac Stone Fish joined CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
Ukrainian troops push back Russian forces
Russian forces suffered a series of setbacks on the battlefield as Ukrainian troops reclaimed illegally annexed territory. First, CBS correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from southern Ukraine. Then, Prime Time host John Dickerson speaks with former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine John Herbst about the future of this conflict.
Xi and Putin hold high-stakes meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a private meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Uzbekistan. The two leaders are navigating a new dynamic in their relationship and the fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Alexander Gabuev, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and senior adviser at Albright Stonebridge Group, joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Mayor of Rivne, Ukraine on Russian attacks
Russia fired more than 80 missiles at cities across Ukraine in the most widespread series of attacks since the early days of Vladimir Putin's war, killing at least 12 people and wounding dozens. The Kremlin says the attacks are retaliation for a weekend explosion that damaged a key bridge connecting Russia with Crimea. Oleksandr Tretyak, the mayor of Rivne, Ukraine, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the latest.
Ukrainian troops retake Russia-annexed land
Ukrainian's counteroffensive was gaining pace as Russian President Vladimir Putin finalized his disputed annexation of Ukraine's eastern territories. First, Charlie D'Agata reports from Ukraine. Then, John Dickerson spoke with retired Gen. Peter Zwack about the future of the conflict.
Russia launches deadly attacks on Ukraine
Russia bombed Ukrainian cities and infrastructure with the scope and ferocity not seen since the early days of Putin's invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says at least 12 people were killed and 80 injured. CBS News' John Dickerson is joined by senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata, who reports from Ukraine.
Ukraine makes gains in war with Russia
Ukrainian forces have made considerable gains, reclaiming territory previously held by the Russians. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports on the latest from Ukraine. Then, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder and retired Marine Corps General James Jones join CBS News' John Dickerson with their analysis.
William Taylor weighs in on Putin troop mobilization
Some Russian men are trying to flee the country after President Vladimir Putin called up 300,000 army reservists for his invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, Putin is once again making veiled nuclear threats to the West. William Taylor, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, joined CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss the situation.
Ukraine's nuclear power plants under threat
A Russian missile explodes just 300 yards from a nuclear power plant in southern Ukraine, hundreds of miles from the front lines. These strikes are reigniting fears that the ongoing conflict could unleash a nuclear disaster. John Dickerson spoke with Margaret Kosal, a professor of international relations at Georgia Tech, about what could happen if a nuclear plant is hit.
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ Ukrainians escape
Russia's invasion of Ukraine sparked one of the century's largest refugee crises. For those who stayed, the risks remained high, especially for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Kimahli Powell, executive director of the Rainbow Railroad, which supports and evacuates LGBTQ+ people from dangerous areas, spoke to John Dickerson.
Russia launches more attacks on Ukraine
Russian forces launched more attacks in Ukraine following a barrage of missile strikes across the country on Monday. On Tuesday, President Biden is meeting virtually with G7 leaders to discuss the situation and how to hold the Putin regime accountable. BBC News correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from Kyiv, and then Michael Bociurkiw, global affairs analyst and nonresident senior fellow at The Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Will Russia's attacks change path of the war?
G7 leaders said after an emergency meeting today that they will "stand firmly with Ukraine for as long as it takes" after Russia launched another round of missile strikes. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more on the attacks. Then Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges (ret.), senior adviser for Human Rights First and former commander for the U.S. Army in Europe, joins CBS News Anchors Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano to discuss the path of the war.
Russia strikes Ukraine as Biden, G7 meet
Russia launched new attacks in Ukraine Tuesday as President Biden meets virtually with G7 leaders to discuss the situation. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D’Agata is in Ukraine with the latest.
All Putin has left is to "rattle the nuclear saber," says H.R. McMaster
Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster says the Russian leader's goal is to incite fear, but his tactics so far have had "the opposite effect."
Ukrainian frontline of Kherson
Charlie D'Agata toured the retaken village of Kreschenivka in the Kherson region, the new frontline of the Ukrainian counteroffensive. He spoke with a teacher returning to her schoolhouse, which was used as a military headquarters by the occupying Russians.
Ukraine says Russia has abducted another top nuclear plant official
The country's nuclear operator says a deputy director from the Zaporizhzhia plant is being held and Russia is "probably using methods of torture and intimidation."
IMF dims outlooks for global economy in 2023 amid Ukraine war
Recession risks are rising amid "historic fragility" in the global economy, the agency's managing director said.
California couple at center of surrogacy scandal arrested
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The life and travels of an alleged Chinese agent in the U.S.
U.S. troops on Okinawa facing curfew, alcohol ban after murder charge vs. Marine
Christa Pike is conscious, speaking after botched execution, attorneys say
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