Russia ridicules Biden's remarks about sanctioning Putin
Kremlin suggests any U.S. sanctions targeting leaders would be "absolutely not painful," as Moscow and Washington refuse to back down.
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DHS says U.S. on "heightened alert" for Russian cyberattack
"Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the Homeland probably remains very high," a new Homeland Security bulletin warns.
What a Russian attack on Ukraine might look like
While some 100,000 Russian troops massed along Ukraine's borders fuels fear of a full-scale invasion, recent history suggests Vladimir Putin prefers more secretive tactics.
U.S. considering controlling exports to Russia if there is an invasion of Ukraine
The U.S. is considering depriving Russia of semiconductor technology needed to power industries.
NATO kicks off large naval exercise in Mediterranean amid tensions with Russia
The exercise has been planned since 2020 and will not test scenarios related to Ukraine.
Anxiety in Ukraine as Russia and NATO bolster forces, blame each other
A Russian lawmaker warned that Moscow would "respond appropriately" to any more U.S. troops arriving in countries near its western border.
Pentagon puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert to deploy if requested by NATO
The Defense Department has notified units to be prepared to deploy to Europe if NATO needs them.
Biden presented with options to bolster NATO with U.S. troops
The number of troops sent to the eastern flank could increase tenfold if Russia launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to a Pentagon official.
U.S. orders families of embassy staff to leave Ukraine
State Department also allowing non-emergency personnel to leave Kyiv amid Russia's military buildup on the borders, but Ukraine and some other U.S. allies say it's "premature."
What are Putin's intentions in Ukraine?
With 100,000 Russian troops amassed along the border of Ukraine, experts discuss what Putin hopes to gain with a possible invasion.
Russia ups military presence at Ukraine border
Ukraine is bracing for a possible invasion from Russia, which continues to expand its military presence on Ukraine’s northern border. While talks between the U.S. and Russia have stalled, the U.S. vowed to respond “swiftly and severely” with sanctions should Russia launch an attack. Holly Williams reports.
U.S.-Russia talks appear to keep threat of broader Ukraine war at bay
"We don't expect to resolve our differences here," Antony Blinken said before meeting his Russian counterpart, and they didn't. But they bought some more time.
U.S. rushes weapons into Ukraine as Biden predicts a Russian invasion
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is trying to keep NATO allies on the "same page" after Mr. Biden said it was his "guess" that Putin would order forces to "move in" to Ukraine.
U.S. boosts Ukraine aid by $200M, urges Russia to choose "peaceful path"
The U.S. Secretary of State says Russia is poised "to take further aggressive action against Ukraine" but hopes Putin will choose diplomacy.
Blinken warns Russia could attack with "very short notice"
Blinken's visit to Kyiv is the first of three stops in a last-minute diplomatic push to urge Moscow not to attack Ukraine.
Blinken to meet Russian counterpart amid rising concerns over buildup near Ukraine
U.S. officials warned Tuesday that Russia could launch an attack at any point.
Ukraine expected a cyberattack to precede a Russian invasion
The latest cyber sabotage hasn't been directly blamed on Russia yet, but Ukraine's ambassador told CBS News the country would "expect" such an attack before a "full invasion."
Russia "won't exclude" putting military hardware in Cuba or Venezuela
A senior Russian diplomat left the highly symbolic option on the table amid "unsuccessful" talks with the U.S. and NATO over the tense standoff on Ukraine's border.
Diplomatic talks with Russia: What you need to know
High-stakes talks are underway as the U.S. and its allies worry about Russia massing more than 100,000 troops along Ukraine's eastern border.
As the U.S. and Russia talk, Ukraine braces for another invasion
A Ukrainian commander battling Russian-backed rebels tells CBS News they're "ready for battle," as Putin's posturing brings echoes of the Cold War.
Ukrainian troops brace for possible Russian invasion
CBS News' Holly Williams reports from Ukraine, where forces are bracing for a possible Russian invasion.
Biden tells Ukraine that U.S. will act "decisively" if Russia invades
The president spoke with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday amid heightening tensions in the region.
Putin threatens "military-technical" response in Ukraine standoff
Russian leader says, "if the obviously aggressive line of our Western colleagues continues," Moscow "will take adequate, retaliatory military-technical measures."
Russian court doc mentions Russian troops "stationed" in east Ukraine
A district court in Russia found a businessman guilty of bribery as he sought to ease his work feeding "military units of the Russian Armed Forces stationed on the territory of" eastern Ukraine.
Putin and Xi laud close ties amid mounting tension with the West
The leaders held a friendly video call hours after Russia threatened to "respond militarily" in its standoff with the U.S. and NATO over Ukraine.
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