National Guard troops train to avoid pitfalls faced in Ukraine conflict
A two-week National Guard training course in Louisiana incorporates obstacles Russian and Ukrainian troops alike have faced.
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Russia says no deal "yet" on Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan prisoner swap
Russian officials said Thursday that negotiations had been taking place for a possible prisoner swap between the United States and Russia, but that a deal had not yet been reached.
Russian strikes on Ukraine intensify amid counterattacks
Russian forces have launched massive missile strikes on the Kyiv and the Chernihiv regions, areas that haven't been targeted in weeks.
Potential prisoner swap with Russia
The U.S. has offered a deal to Russia in exchange for the release of American prisoners Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, and then Jonathan Franks, a spokesperson for formerly imprisoned U.S. marine Trevor Reed, joins Lana Zak to discuss how a prisoner swap with Russia could unfold.
U.S. vets train Ukrainian soldiers: "People not trained will not last long"
Former U.S. servicemen are teaching Ukrainian soldiers first aid and how to use weapons.
7/27: CBS News Mornings
New interest rate hike expected today; Russia's space shake-up.
Brittney Griner testifies in Russian court
The United States is offering Russia a deal to bring home WNBA star Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan. This comes as Griner testified in a Russian court Wednesday in her drug trial. CBS News Washington correspondent Christina Ruffini breaks down the latest on "Red and Blue."
Biden tests negative for COVID-19, ends isolation
President Biden ended his isolation Wednesday after testing negative for COVID-19 both Tuesday night and again Wednesday morning. Sean Sullivan, deputy politics editor for campaigns at the Washington Post, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest from the White House, including a potential deal with Russia to release WNBA star Brittney Griner.
U.S. offers Russia deal for Griner and Whelan
The U.S. has made a "substantial proposal" to Russia aimed at securing the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday. The U.S. has not said who it was willing to trade, but Russia has long sought the release of Viktor Bout. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more details.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for July 27, 2022
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Russian diplomacy over war in Ukraine
The first grain shipments could leave Ukrainian ports as soon as this week. A United Nations spokesperson reaffirmed both Russia and Ukraine are committed to this deal, despite a Russian missile strike on Saturday in the southern port city of Odesa. CBS News anchors Christina Ruffini and Tanya Rivero spoke with Nina Khrushcheva, Professor of International Affairs at The New School and granddaughter of former Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, about Russia's ultimate goals.
Brittney Griner testifies at Russia drug trial about interrogation
Griner said she was offered neither an explanation of her rights nor access to lawyers.
Blinken says U.S. made offer to Russia for release of Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan
The secretary of state said securing the Americans' release remains a "top priority" for the U.S.
Brittney Griner testifies about being detained
WNBA star Brittney Griner testified in a Russian court on Wednesday that she was never informed of her rights, was not provided thorough interpretations, and was not told which documents she was signing when she was detained in a Moscow airport in February.
Russia seeks help as war worsens food crisis
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is on a tour throughout Africa this week. He' visiting Ethiopia, Egypt and Uganda as Moscow tries to break diplomatic isolation over its war in Ukraine. Steven Gruzd is the head of the Russia-Africa program at the South African Institute of International Affairs. He joined CBS News' Jericka Duncan and Vladimir Duthiers with more.
Russia says it will withdraw from ISS in 2024
Moscow has announced plans to leave the ISS within the next two years. However, NASA and other international partners had planned on continuing until 2030. CBS Senior National Correspondent Mark Strassmann joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the impacts this early withdrawal could have and the response so far from space agencies.
Brittney Griner to give defense testimony
WNBA player Brittney Griner is expected to give testimony in her own defense during trial in Russia. Griner told a court she treated her injuries with medically-prescribed cannabis, acknowledging that she was carrying vape canisters containing cannabis oil when she was arrested February at a Moscow airport, but contends no criminal intent.
Russian strike leaves 7-year-old with burns
A Russian missile strike on Vinnytsia, Ukraine, earlier this month killed this 7-year-old boy's mother – and left him with burns on 45% of his body and a fractured skull.
Russian strike leaves 7-year-old with burns on nearly half his body
The burns are so deep in some places on the small boy's body that they "even reach bones," the Medical Association of Lviv said.
Brittney Griner back in Russian court
WNBA player Brittney Griner was back in a Russian courtroom on Tuesday after pleading guilty to drug charges earlier in July. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab explains how her lawyers are trying to make a case for leniency.
Reality Winner says why she leaked info
“I am not a traitor. I am not a spy. I am somebody who only acted out of love for what this country stands for.” Reality Winner explains why she leaked to the media classified information on Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. cbsn.ws/3B9UxQo
Russia says it will drop out of International Space Station after 2024
The announcement may be part of Moscow's maneuvering to win relief from Western sanctions over the conflict in Ukraine.
Russian airstrikes target Ukraine's Black Sea coast
In Ukraine, Russian forces are targeting the Black Sea coast. Ukrainian military officials say air strikes hit both residential buildings and port infrastructure Tuesday in Odesa and Mykolaiv. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams joined Jericka Duncan and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss how those attacks may threaten a deal to resume grain exports, and Russia's move to slash Europe's natural gas supply.
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Oak Fire grows in California, forcing thousand to evacuate near Yosemite; Pope Francis will meet with Indigenous groups in Canada and apologize for abuse at schools
2 Americans killed while fighting Russian forces in Ukraine identified
The two were among four foreigners who died while fighting alongside Ukrainian forces in the country's disputed Donetsk region, their commander said.
In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should to vote to release Epstein files
The president now says House Republicans should vote to release the files. House GOP leaders intend to hold a vote Tuesday, sources say.
FAA lifts emergency order that slashed flights at 40 major U.S. airports
The Federal Aviation Administration says it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed during the government shutdown.
Former DOJ pardon attorney criticizes Trump pardon of crypto billionaire
President Trump pardoned the billionaire founder of the largest crypto exchange in the world, Binance. It's raised questions about conflicts of interest and the president's use of the pardon power.
CBS News poll finds GOP, Trump seen as getting more from shutdown deal
Many Americans are "relieved" shutdown is over but expect higher health insurance costs.
U.S. to designate Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as terrorist organization
The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier has arrived in the Caribbean Sea in a display of American military power.
SpaceX launches second satellite to monitor sea level changes
The Sentinel-6B is the second of two satellites in a $1 billion program to monitor sea levels over a full decade.
U.S. strikes another alleged drug boat, killing 3 in Eastern Pacific
The U.S. military conducted a strike on another boat accused of carrying narcotics on board on Saturday, killing three people, U.S. Southern Command announced.
Ex-prosecutor who quit DOJ in protest set to lead Seattle City Attorney office
Erika Evans will begin her term as elected city attorney of Seattle on Jan. 1.
Jets cornerback Kris Boyd critically wounded in NYC shooting, reports say
Boyd was reportedly found shot in the abdomen in Midtown Manhattan and was rushed to the hospital.