From the trenches of Ukraine, a warning about Putin's intentions
It looks like a war from 100 years ago, but many see the war in eastern Ukraine as the front line in a new cold war brewing between Russia and the U.S.
Ukraine In Turmoil
Ukraine leader warns his war with Putin could soon be America's
Ahead of President Biden's landmark summit with Vladimir Putin, Ukraine's president invites CBS News to the front line to explain why his country's war with Russia matters to the world.
Biden declines to preview what he wants from Putin
The president hopes to rally European partners to counter China and Russia, highlighting America's "sacred obligation" to an alliance strained by his predecessor.
Russia says huge military exercises near Ukraine to wind down
Defense minister says military drills in Crimea, the Black Sea and near Ukrainian border proved Russia's "defense capability," and troops will now return to bases.
Putin warns of Russian "red line" amid standoff over Ukraine, Navalny
Russia's president spent most of his state of the nation address talking domestic affairs, but as 10 U.S. Embassy employees were expelled from Moscow, he also offered a warning.
Russia restricts airspace near Ukraine amid wargames in the Black Sea
Moscow unilaterally declares parts of the Black Sea, and the airspace above it, no-go zones as EU says Putin has put 100,000 troops in Crimea and along Ukraine's border.
Biden announces sweeping new Russia sanctions
The sanctions target more than 30 Russian entities and include the expulsion of 10 Russian officials.
Russia warns U.S. to stay away from Ukraine for its "own good"
U.S. and Russia both reportedly sending warships into Black Sea amid fast-escalating standoff that Ukraine calls a struggle "between democracies and authoritarianism."
Ukraine says Putin ignoring request to talk amid Russian troop buildup
Moscow denies receiving "any requests in the past several days" for a dialogue as Ukraine says there are 40,000 Russian forces at its border and 40,000 more in Crimea.
Biden pledges Ukraine "unwavering support" amid Russian "aggression"
A flareup of violence and a bolstered Russian military presence near the border are stoking fears that a long simmering war could reignite.
U.S. closely watching "escalation" near Ukraine-Russia border
Russian troops have been assembling near the border with Ukraine as tension rises almost 7 years after Putin's annexation of Crimea.
U.S. military aid a matter of survival in Ukraine
Ukraine's been fighting a war against Russian-backed separatists since 2014.
Comic who plays president on TV takes big lead in Ukraine election
Volodymyr Zelenskiy has no political experience, but in a nation weary of the status quo, that could be his biggest advantage
As far as Russia knows, the Trump-Putin meeting is still on
But Mr. Trump is currently looking at his options after an incident of "aggression" in the sea around Russian-occupied Crimea
Russia shows captured Ukrainian sailors in "confession" video
With U.S. calling on Moscow to free the 24 captured sailors, Russia is sticking by its claim that Ukraine caused the naval standoff
Tension soars as Russia seizes Ukrainian vessels, blocks sea passage
Moscow and Kiev trade jabs over clashes at sea and Russia calls emergency U.N. Security Council meeting over "provocations"
Tensions rise as Russia fires on Ukrainan vessels, wounding 2
Ukrainian navy said two of its gunboats were struck and Russian crews boarded and seized them and an accompanying tugboat
Inside a Ukrainian nationalist camp training kids to kill
The campers carefully aim their assault rifles. Most are in their teens, but some are as young as 8 years old
Putin gets behind the wheel while opening controversial bridge
Crimea bridge is Vladimir Putin's project to show that the disputed peninsula has joined Russia for good
U.S. trains troops for front line in "hybrid war" with Russia
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko tells CBS News he needs more U.S. help on the front line of the new Cold War
U.S., U.K. blame Russian military for "destructive" cyberattack
U.K. accused Moscow of "weaponizing information" in a new kind of warfare, and the White House called it "the most destructive and costly" in history
Ukrainian government, rebels carry out landmark prisoner swap
Truce signed in 2015 stipulated exchange of all prisoners, but both sides are believed to keep dozens captive for use as bargaining chips
Man accused of Putin murder plot ambushed with wife in Kiev
Russia has wanted Chechen Anton Gerashchenko extradited from Ukraine since accusing him of the 2012 assassination plot; his wife was killed in the attack
Tillerson: Sanctions remain until Russia takes "1st steps" in Ukraine
Days after Trump-Putin meeting, diplomat bluntly calls on Russia to reign in separatists it has "complete control over"
American monitor killed in Ukraine identified
European officials say paramedic Joseph Stone died when vehicle carrying monitoring team in separatist region hit land mine: Reuters
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Germany probes alleged sex assault, anti-Semitic remarks by troops
Defense chief pulls entire infantry unit out of Lithuania over claims of "misconduct" at a booze-fueled hotel party.
Australia rejects U.N. warning to list Great Barrier Reef as "in danger"
The United Nations says the Great Barrier Reef has suffered such extensive damage that it should be listed as "in danger." The Australian disagrees.
Rainbow flag ruled too "political" for Germany-Hungary soccer game
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China is snuffing the last light of a free press in Hong Kong
Beijing has hated the Apple Daily for years. Now, thanks to a "security" law enacted last year, China appears to have exactly the "tool to silence dissent" that it was lacking.
How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
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Dead turtles and dolphins wash ashore after toxic cargo ship fire
Days after the X-Press Pearl container ship burned and sank off Sri Lanka's coast laden with tons of "dangerous" goods, the toll on wildlife is "obvious."
Iran president-elect rules out meeting Biden as nuke talks paused
Tehran's nuclear negotiator reported "good progress" in talks over the nuclear deal, but incoming leader Ebrahim Raisin may hit the brakes.
In Iran's low-turnout election, did freedom find a voice?
The hardliner who won Iran's presidency says it was an "epic" vote, but half the country's voters didn't even show up, and it wasn't just because of COVID.
"Matter of days" left for Hong Kong's last pro-democracy newspaper
Apple Daily has long been a stalwart voice of democratic dissent in Hong Kong, but China is using a new "national security" law to silence any challenge to Beijing's rule.
Quartz and shattered dreams: South Africa "diamond" rush is a bust
Thousands bought into the dream that a tiny village in South Africa was sitting on hidden treasure. For many, it was a dream fueled by need, not a desire for riches.
Usain Bolt welcomes newborn twins with fitting names
The fastest man in the world is now a father of three.
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Migrant kids endure "despair and isolation" in government tent city
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Germany probes alleged sex assault, anti-Semitic remarks by troops
Defense chief pulls entire infantry unit out of Lithuania over claims of "misconduct" at a booze-fueled hotel party.
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Plaintiffs in the suit included Vanessa Bryant and her three surviving daughters, John James and Alexis Altobelli, Christopher Chester and his two surviving children and Matthew Mauser and his three children.
California triplets celebrate major milestone
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U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
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Pentagon to recommend change in prosecuting sexual assault
Austin's recommendation comes amid increasing pressure from Congress to overhaul the system for addressing sexual assault in the military.
Peloton adds $39 subscription to its pricey treadmill
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Eric Adams takes early lead in NYC Democratic mayoral primary
The votes released on Tuesday night were just the first-choice votes for ballots cast in-person during early voting and on primary day.
U.S. seizes Iranian state-linked news sites
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Pentagon to recommend change in prosecuting sexual assault
Austin's recommendation comes amid increasing pressure from Congress to overhaul the system for addressing sexual assault in the military.
Pelosi mulls committee to investigate U.S. Capitol attack
This comes after Senate Republicans blocked what had been considered a bipartisan effort to create an independent 9/11-style commission last month.
U.S. to admit asylum-seekers who had to wait in Mexico
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Bitcoin crash wipes out nearly all its 2021 gains
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Teamsters announce plan for unionization effort at Amazon
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Americans losing more money to mobile payment scams, report says
The nonprofit U.S. Public Interest Research Group [PIRG] says top issues include scams, trouble using accounts and poor customer service.
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Delta variant could cause next COVID wave: "This virus will still find you"
Just 45% of Americans fully vaccinated and only 16 states that have fully vaccinated more than half of their populations,
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Australia rejects U.N. warning to list Great Barrier Reef as "in danger"
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You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
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Rising Delta variant fuels worries of COVID resurgence
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Longer lifeline for struggling homeowners sought by consumer bureau
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Airlines push for stronger action as in-flight violence soars
"I have never, ever seen an environment like this," president of the Association of Flight Attendants said.
Lordstown execs sold millions in stock before woes went public
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Grand jury declines to charge Texas officers over in-custody death
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Judge releases new video in alleged Proud Boys conspiracy case
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Man arrested for allegedly stealing 21 tons of pistachios
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Man wanted in 3 Oregon deaths arrested in Milwaukee
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SpaceX launches GPS satellite with previously flown booster
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China launches 3-man crew to its new space station
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