The Koreas exchange missile launches as tensions ratchet up even further
The dueling launches come as U.S., South Korean and Japanese officials say Pyongyang is apparently preparing to conduct its first nuclear test in years.
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White House says a Biden, Xi meeting is in the works
The White House says it is working with Chinese officials to set up a face-to-face meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit later this month. Raymond Kuo, a political scientist at the RAND Corporation, joined John Dickerson to discuss.
North Korea could test tactical nuclear weapon
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could soon test a tactical nuclear weapon, according to U.S. and South Korean officials. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Pentagon reviews say China is "pacing challenge" and Russia is "acute threat"
"In the coming years, for the first time, we will have to deter two major nuclear armed competitors, both Russia and China," said one senior defense official.
Russia holds nuclear drills amid "dirty bomb" claim
Russian President Vladimir Putin said the "risk of world conflict" is high as he oversaw the start of nuclear military excersises. He also repeated the claim that Ukraine may be planning a "dirty bomb" attack. Holly Williams is following developments from Kyiv.
H.R. McMaster on Russia's nuclear exercises
Russia notified the U.S. it will be carrying out its annual nuclear exercises today. It comes despite the escalation in nuclear tensions in Russia's war in Ukraine. CBS News foreign policy and national security contributor H.R. McMaster, a former U.S. national security adviser and retired lieutenant general, joins anchors Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the significance.
Russia has notified the U.S. its annual nuclear exercise has begun, U.S. officials say
The annual exercise has been described by U.S. officials as "routine" around this time of year.
North Korea put on notice: Nuclear test would draw "unprecedented" response
The warning from the U.S., South Korea and Japan comes amid signs Pyongyang could be close to conducting its first such test since 2017.
John Kirby discusses the war in Ukraine
John Kirby, a retired admiral who now serves as National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, joined CBS News to discuss the war in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin's nuclear threats, as well U.S.-Saudi relations and North Korea's recent missile tests.
On board historic NATO deployment with U.S. troops
The 101st Airborne Division of the U.S. Army are in Romania to deter adversaries from attacking NATO territory. Roughly 4,700 soldiers of the 101st were deployed from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, to reinforce NATO's eastern flank. Charlie D'Agata takes a look.
North, South Korea exchange warning shots along disputed sea boundary
The western sea boundary is disputed by the two Koreas and has been the scene of past battles.
Ukraine, allies reject Russian claim of "dirty bomb" provocation plot
Russia's defense minister claimed in a series of calls with Western counterparts that Ukraine was preparing to detonate a "dirty bomb" in its own territory.
Radioactive material shuts down elementary school
Parents are demanding answers after "unacceptable levels" of radioactive contamination were found at a St. Louis school, according to a study commissioned for a class action lawsuit. The school is near a site where nuclear weapons were produced during World War II. Adriana Diaz has more.
Radioactive waste found at Missouri school
A recent report found significant radioactive contamination at an elementary school in Missouri where nuclear weapons were produced during World War II. Schools in the area are switching to virtual as parents are outraged. Adriana Diaz reports.
McMaster on military aid heading to Ukraine
Ukraine is getting new air defense aid from its allies. Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, a CBS News foreign policy and national security contributor, discussed what weapons are heading to Ukraine and how Russia might react. The former national security adviser also gave his thoughts on where the war is headed.
N. Korea claims test of cruise missiles ready to carry "tactical nukes"
Analysts are dubious of the North's claim to have deployed long-range missiles capable of carrying tactical nuclear weapons, but a new nuke test could be looming.
Russia arrests 8 in bridge explosion amid ongoing missile attacks in Ukraine
An explosion Saturday on the Kerch Bridge, which connects Russia to the Crimean Peninsula, caused parts of it to collapse.
Biden slams Putin's talk of nuclear weapons
President Biden said Russian President Vladimir Putin cannot threaten to use tactical nuclear weapons with "impunity." CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has more on the president's interview, and the possible recourse in the face of Russia's increased aggression.
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.
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 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."
Russia hammers Ukraine with missiles for a 2nd consecutive day
As Ukrainians emerged onto debris-strewn streets in Kyiv and other cities to take stock, more rockets rained down.
North Korea calls recent missile tests "tactical nuclear" drills
State-run media said Kim observed his army in drills to "check and assess the war deterrent and nuclear counterattack capability."
Biden says risk of "Armageddon" highest since Cuban Missile Crisis
President Biden said Putin was "not joking when he talks about the potential use of tactical nuclear weapons, or biological or chemical weapons."
Iran's exiled crown prince urges Trump to intervene soon so regime "finally collapses"
In an interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell on Monday, Iran's exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi said, "We need action to be taken."
Trump briefed on military, cyber, psychological options for Iran, sources say
President Trump has been briefed on a wide array of military and covert tools that can be used against Iran that go well beyond conventional airstrikes, including cyber operations and psychological campaigns, Pentagon officials said.
Lawmakers to visit Denmark as Trump threatens to take over Greenland
President Trump's remarks about taking Greenland by military force have prompted bipartisan criticism from lawmakers who have said they do not support acquiring the Danish territory in such a way.
Trump slaps 25% tariffs on any countries that do business with Iran
President Trump said Monday he's imposing 25% tariffs on all countries that do business with Iran, as the administration pressures the Iranian government amid anti-regime protests.
Deputy to Lindsey Halligan fired over James Comey case
Lindsey Halligan's deputy in the U.S. attorney's office in the Eastern District of Virginia, Robert McBride, was fired after refusing to lead the prosecution of James Comey, a source said.
Warren says Congress could work with Trump to cap credit card rates
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a progressive Democrat from Massachusetts, said she told President Trump Congress could cap credit card rates if he pushes for it.
Sen. Mark Kelly sues Hegseth to block move to cut rank, pension
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly filed a lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth seeking to block the Pentagon's efforts to downgrade his retirement rank and pay.
Minnesota, Twin Cities file lawsuit in effort to stop ICE surge in state
The state of Minnesota, along with the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, are suing Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other federal officials in an effort to stop the surge of federal law enforcement officials coming into the state.
U.S. allows Mexico to provide oil to Cuba despite Trump's vow to cut off supply
Mexico has become a key fuel supplier to Cuba since Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro's capture by the U.S.