Deadly shelling in Ukraine hits rebel stronghold

Donetsk attack damages hospital, kindergartens, rebels say, prompting call for temporary truce to ensure safe evacuation of civilians

• Feb 5, 2015

Under-equipped Ukrainian army relies on donated gear

CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports from Ukraine on how the outmatched-military is depending on donations from around the world for much-needed equipment

• Feb 4, 2015

AP: Obama reconsidering lethal assistance to Ukraine

But official says Obama is concerned about the besieged military's capacity for using high-powered, American-supplied weaponry

• Feb 2, 2015

Fighting intensifies between Ukrainian military and pro-Russian rebels

CBS News correspondent Elizabeth Palmer on conflict in eastern Ukraine, where things are going from bad to worse, especially for civilians

• Jan 30, 2015

"New victims are inevitable, I'm afraid."

As fighting between Ukrainian troops and pro-Russia rebels intensifies, people waiting for humanitarian aid among new victims of crossfire

• Jan 30, 2015

Conflict in Ukraine reignites

Clashes increase between Ukrainian army and pro-Russia separatists

• Jan 29, 2015
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War of words between Ukraine and pro-Russian rebels heats up

CBS News correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports that rhetoric from Russian President Vladimir Putin could escalate the conflict

• Jan 28, 2015

Ukraine rebels "knowingly targeted civilians"

Security Council told shelling of eastern town may amount to war crimes, as U.S. ambassador says bloodshed "made in Moscow"

• Jan 27, 2015

Russia dismisses "hysteria" over Ukraine bloodshed

Moscow says shelling in eastern Ukrainian city that left dozens dead was a logical reaction by pro-Russian separatists

• Jan 26, 2015

Intercepted phone calls show separatists attacked Ukraine city

The Ukranian president said the attack on the southeastern city of Mariupol killed at least 30 people

• Jan 25, 2015

​Rockets kill at least 30 in Ukraine as rebels launch offensive

Rockets hit southeastern city of Mariupol in what Ukraine's president calls a terrorist attack by Russia-backed seperatists

• Jan 24, 2015

Ukraine rebels hint at major offensive

Pro-Russian separatist leader rejects peace efforts, vows to claim new ground as death toll tops 5,000

• Jan 23, 2015

Both sides claim victory in major eastern Ukraine battle

The fight for control of Donetsk airport, now largely in ruins, has been ferocious in the last few days, leaving only uncertainty

• Jan 19, 2015

Ukraine president vows to retake the east

President Poroshenko again puts the prospect of a successful truce further afield as fighting rages around the destroyed Donetsk airport

• Jan 18, 2015

Bloodshed mounts in eastern Ukraine

Ongoing fight for airport in rebel territory dims prospects as Ukraine and Russia hope to begin peace talks

• Jan 16, 2015

Separatists in Ukraine capture remains of sought after airport

The battle for the Donetsk terminal reduces hope that a cease fire, first agreed upon in September, could be brought back

• Jan 15, 2015

Ominous signs in fight for eastern Ukraine

Truce in place since early December appears to be continually disregarded by both sides; Donetsk airport appears rocked by fighting

• Jan 13, 2015

Putin sends Obama message in New Year's speech

Russian President Vladimir Putin Putin reminded Obama of the upcoming 70th anniversary of the allied victory in World War II

• Dec 31, 2014

Ukraine tries risky new tactic against rebels

With military offensive proving ineffective Kiev turns off the cash flow, but the financial assault could backfire

• Nov 25, 2014

Biden continues war of words with Russia

Vice President visits Kiev, warns Russia to "respect Ukrainian sovereignty" or face further consequences

• Nov 21, 2014

Russia warns U.S. against "destabilizing" Ukraine

With death toll in eastern Ukraine mounting, top Obama advisor draws rebuke with suggestion U.S. should consider arming Ukrainians

• Nov 20, 2014

Putin denies pressure led to early G-20 summit exit

Several leaders at Australian summit gave Russian president the cold shoulder over Ukraine; Putin claims he needed some sleep

• Nov 16, 2014

Putin leaves G-20 summit as Obama, European leaders meet on Ukraine

Amid pressure and sanctions, Russian president tells reporters he believes there is a "good chance" Ukraine conflict can be resolved

• Nov 16, 2014

Amid Ukraine crisis, Putin gets icy reception at G-20

Russian leader reportedly bristled at comment by Canadian prime minister when the two shook hands at summit in Australia

• Nov 15, 2014

Ukraine official: Likelihood of imminent Russian attack "high"

Kiev warns security deteriorating in rebel-held east as separatist fighters move closer to government forces

• Nov 13, 2014

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