U.S. says Russian commanders discussed nuclear weapons use in Ukraine
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed the reports on U.S. intelligence as "purposeful pumping" of nuclear weapons rhetoric.
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Russia grain withdrawal impacts world hunger
Ships carrying grain from Ukraine are still on the move despite Russia suspending a deal meant to protect the shipments. The deal, brokered by the U.N. and Turkey, has helped bring global food prices down from their peak in March. Cary Fowler, the U.S. State Department special envoy for global food security, joined CBS News to discuss how this will impact world hunger.
Fighting intensifies in southern Ukraine
Russian authorities are ramping up evacuations in Ukraine's southern Kherson region. They claim Ukraine could be preparing to attack a key dam and flood the region. Kyiv has rejected the claims and accused Moscow of considering staging a similar attack. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams has the latest from Ukraine.
An update on "Ballet in Exile"
American philanthropist Howard Buffett's foundation has granted over $1 million to help support dancers who have had their lives upended by the war in Ukraine.
BP profits soar as pressure grows for higher "windfall profits" tax
Surging earnings at British oil company are fueling calls for UK to expand tax on fossil-fuel company profits.
Russian missile strikes continue in Ukraine
Russia is bombarding Ukraine with missiles and has suspended a vital deal that was allowing grain exports. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams joins "CBS News Mornings" from Kyiv with more.
Russian missile barrage knocks out power and water in Ukrainian cities
One Ukrainian official accused Moscow of launching a "massive attack" on power facilities in several regions. Power and water outages were reported in the capital, Kyiv.
An update on "Ballet in Exile"
American philanthropist Howard Buffett's foundation has granted over $1 million to help support dancers who have had their lives upended by the war in Ukraine.
Russian setbacks pile up in Ukraine invasion
Russia's mobilization, forcing the old and inexperienced into uniform, has caused anger at home, and follows weeks of embarrassing setbacks for the Kremlin. Ukraine has retaken swaths of its territory in a dramatic counter-offensive. Correspondent Holly Williams reports the latest from Ukraine's capital, Kyiv.
Russia suspends Ukraine grain deal over ship attack claim
Ukraine's Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, accused Russia of playing "hunger games" by imperiling global food shipments.
Identity revealed of accused Russian spy posing as Brazilian researcher
Norway's Security Service said the man's name is Mikhail Mikushin, and "we are quite certain that he is not Brazilian."
More signs indicate Russia's invasion of Ukraine could be unraveling
One of the most glaring setbacks in its war is its recent big call-up of more troops — a plan that doesn't appear to be working.
Russian troops push towards the eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut
Russian troops are pushing forward in Ukraine in an effort to seize the eastern city of Bakhmut. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more from Ukraine.
U.S. to send $275 million more in aid to Ukraine
Munitions for HIMARS will be part of the aid package.
Putin blames West for war
Just over eight months after Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine he gave a major speech, blaming the West for this bloody war as well as nearly everything else that's wrong with the world. As CBS correspondent Holly Williams reports, Putin's military is facing setbacks and their current focus seems to be on the small city of Bakhmut where Ukrainians are determined to hold their ground.
Allegations of Russia's use of white phosphorus bombs in Ukraine
Harrowing scenes unfolded before a soldier in Ukraine after Russia launched white phosphorus bombs. John Parachini, a senior international defense researcher with the RAND Corporation, joins CBS News to discuss the impact of these weapons.
Oil giants rake in record profits as energy prices remain high
Exxon and Chevron reported surging quarterly earnings, with gas prices still up sharply from a year ago.
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.
U.S. fighter in Ukraine details horrors of war
A volunteer fighter from Tennessee described what it was like fighting in Ukraine. He claimed he repeatedly saw Russia using white phosphorus munitions. Holly Williams reports.
Russian lawmakers move to expand anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
"The passing of this new law will be yet another disaster for human rights," said Amnesty International's director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Ukrainian journalist on recent Russian attacks
Russia escalated its invasion of Ukraine this week, with the biggest wave of missile strikes since the beginning of the war. Nick Osychenko, former CEO of Mariupolskoe TV, joined CBS News to discuss what he is seeing on the ground in Kyiv.
Russia starts "suicide drone" attacks on Kyiv
At least four people were killed in drone attacks on Ukraine's capital on Monday, reports CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams. Then, John Parachini, a senior international defense researcher at the RAND Corporation, joined CBS News' John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss Russia's use of the Iranian-made "kamikaze" drones.
Thousands protest inflation in France
Thousands of people protested across France Tuesday, demanding higher wages to tackle spiking inflation. Noemie Bisserbe, reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joined John Dickerson to discuss the unrest.
Putin declares martial law in annexed Ukraine
Parts of four regions in Ukraine are now under Russian martial law, the same four regions the country illegally claimed to have annexed last month. First, CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from Kyiv. Then, Stephen Sestanovich, a former ambassador-at-large to the former Soviet Union, and a professor of diplomacy at Columbia University, assesses the situation.
Biden vows "consequences" for Saudi Arabia
President Biden said there will be "consequences" for Saudi Arabia after the country, as part of OPEC, sided with other oil producing countries to cut production. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes discussed what those consequences could be.
Top officials present Trump with military options for Venezuela in coming days
The potential operations for Venezuela presented to Trump included options for strikes on land, multiple sources said.
Epstein's emails, texts with inner circle show Trump was a regular topic
Thousands of pages of Epstein documents released by the House Oversight Committee include emails and texts with close contacts that often touched on President Trump.
Senator warns unauthorized drone flights pose rising threat within U.S.
Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton of Arkansas told CBS News the threat is "severe and growing."
Federal agencies reopen and employees return to work after shutdown ends
The government is starting to reopen after President Trump signed a bill to fund the government through Jan. 30.
Alina Habba's office ransacked by man who tried to enter with bat, sources say
Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba's office was violently vandalized Wednesday by a person who earlier in the day had been denied entry to the building because he had a baseball bat, two sources said.
Grijalva assumes role in Congress after 7-week delay: "It's really an injustice"
Democratic Rep. Adelita Grijalva of Arizona waited 50 days before she was officially sworn in as the newest member of Congress — and she told CBS News "the emotions run the gamut of frustration, anger, happiness, sadness."
Trump official refers Swalwell to Justice Department for alleged fraud
Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte has referred California Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department, sources told CBS News.
Fetterman hospitalized after fall near his Pennsylvania home
A spokesman for Sen. John Fetterman said a "ventricular fibrillation flare-up" led to him feeling light-headed.
Some TSA agents will get $10,000 bonuses for shutdown work, Noem says
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that TSA agents with "exemplary service" during the government shutdown will receive a $10,000 bonus check.