3/17/2024: The Capital of Free Russia; Healing Justice
First, Putin’s courageous Russian critics speak out. Then, exonerees and survivors come together to heal.
Russia
Mom, 2 girls found living inside remote cave in snake-infested forest
The woman, identified as Nina Kutina, 40, and her daughters, aged 6 and 4, were found by police during a routine patrol.
$153 million of cocaine found hidden in banana shipment
The cocaine packages were disguised in briquettes bearing the label of a French luxury fashion brand, officials said.
Trump's evolution on Putin and NATO
President Trump has turned a corner on the Russia-Ukraine war this week, announcing a deal to send weapons to Ukraine via NATO and giving Vladimir Putin an ultimatum to make peace. Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, speaks with John Dickerson about the president's new stance.
Mike Pence discusses Trump's shift on Ukraine
President Trump has signaled a change on Ukraine, resuming weapons shipments to the nation and using harsher language toward Russian President Vladimir Putin. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins "The Takeout" to assess Mr. Trump's new approach to the conflict. Then, Megan Scully, congressional editor for Bloomberg News, and Daniella Diaz, congressional reporter for NOTUS, join to unpack Pence's comments.
Russia flatly rejects Trump's ultimatum
Russia's Vladimir Putin has rejected President Trump's ultimatum for Moscow to sign a ceasefire deal with Ukraine in the next 50 days. Trump has threatened to issue a 100% tariff on any country that does business with Russia if no ceasefire deal is reached. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Putin rewards U.S. man with a Russian passport for spying in Ukraine
A Russian official says American Daniel Martindale has been rewarded with citizenship for spying on Ukraine, "by decree of our President Vladimir Putin."
Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Trump heads to Pittsburgh for AI announcement
President Trump is in Pittsburgh Tuesday where he's expected to announce a record $90 billion private sector investment in expanding Pennsylvania's energy and AI capabilities. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on that and Russia's response to Mr. Trump's comments yesterday demanding peace in Ukraine.
Watch: Trump takes questions on Epstein, more
President Trump took questions from reporters on a number of subjects Tuesday at the White House before leaving for an event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. See his remarks.
Details on Trump's threats against Russia
President Trump threatened Russian President Vladimir Putin with 100% secondary tariffs unless a peace deal is reached with Ukraine within 50 days. Charlotte Gallagher, a correspondent for BBC News, a CBS News partner, joins with more details from Kyiv.
Why Trump's tone changed on Putin
President Trump said he is disappointed with Russian President Vladimir Putin over his continued strikes on Ukraine. Mr. Trump threatened secondary tariffs against Russia on Monday if a ceasefire isn't reached within 50 days, and said that NATO will buy weapons from the U.S. to send to Ukraine. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more from the White House.
Trump "disappointed" with Putin, "not done"
President Trump said that he's disappointed with Russian President Vladimir Putin, but that he's "not done with him" during an interview on BBC News, a CBS News partner. On Monday, Mr. Trump threatened tariffs targeting Russia if a peace deal with Ukraine isn't reached within 50 days. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Ramy Inocencio have the latest.
Trump threatens tariffs targeting Russia without Ukraine deal in 50 days
"We are very unhappy, I am, with Russia," President Trump said while in a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
The U.S. position on Ukraine weapons
President Trump has clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the past, but on Monday, he announced a new plan to help arm the country as the Russian invasion continues. Charlie D'Agata explains the new plan.
U.S. to send more weapons to Ukraine
The U.S. will manufacture more weapons to help Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion. President Trump said European nations will be footing the bill. Nancy Cordes reports.
Breaking down Trump's pivot on Ukraine
President Trump on Monday threatened Russia with 100% secondary tariffs and announced a deal to send weapons to Ukraine via NATO. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Details on U.S.-NATO weapons deal
President Trump announced Monday the U.S. would manufacture and sell weapons to NATO for distribution in Ukraine. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Charlie D'Agata have more.
Will Congress pass a Russia sanctions bill?
A bipartisan bill that would hit Russia with additional sanctions is seeing renewed focus in the halls of Congress as President Trump airs his frustrations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Trump announces NATO weapons deal for Ukraine
President Trump said Monday the U.S. has reached a deal to sell weapons to NATO nations that will in turn send weapons to Ukraine to replenish their depleted stockpiles. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
Trump sets 50-day deadline for Russia
President Trump announced a 50-day deadline for Russia to make a peace deal with Ukraine, or else he will impose 100% sanctions on countries that deal with Russia. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more details from the White House.
Trump threatens tariffs to combat Russia
President Trump threatened 100% tariffs on countries that do business with Russia during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office on Monday. Mr. Trump also said that Patriot missiles are being sold to NATO nations to supply Ukraine. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata breaks down the Oval Office meeting.
Trump's "major statement" on Russia expected
President Trump promised a major announcement on Russia, while more lawmakers are pushing for sanctions against the country amid continued strikes on Ukraine. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.
Trump teases "major statement" on Russia
President Trump and Sen. Lindsey Graham teased major announcements about the Russia-Ukraine conflict on Sunday. Mr. Trump is also set to meet with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Nina Khrushcheva, a professor of international affairs at The New School, joins with more details. Also, CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest from the White House.
Trump considers new funding for Ukraine
Following his recent criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Trump said he plans to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine. The president says European allies will pay for and distribute the weapons. CBS News has learned that Mr. Trump, for the first time since he took office in January, is also considering authorizing new funding for Ukraine.
Trump says he will meet with Zelenskyy after "very successful day" with Putin
President Trump announced the news on Truth Social hours after meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
U.S. to more heavily scrutinize "good moral character" citizenship requirement
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services instructed officers on Friday to consider additional factors when determining whether immigrants applying for U.S. citizenship have a "good moral character."
Hurricane Erin, first of Atlantic season, strengthens to Cat 5
Erin is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year, and meteorologists are closely tracking its path and forecast.
White House says National Guard members deployed to D.C. "may be armed"
A White House spokesperson told CBS News that while deployed National Guard members "may be armed," they will not make arrests.
Israel prepares to move Palestinians to southern Gaza amid protest over war
The Israeli military body in charge of humanitarian aid to Gaza said the supply of tents and other shelter equipment to the territory would resume on Sunday ahead of the mass movement of Palestinians to the south.
Canada government forces Air Canada, flight attendants into arbitration
Air Canada had suspended all operations after more than 10,000 of the airline's flight attendants went on strike after a deadline to reach a deal passed
West Virginia to deploy hundreds of National Guard troops to D.C.
The move comes as federal agents and National Guard troops have begun to appear across the heavily Democratic city after President Trump's executive order earlier this week.
Guatemalan prison guards held hostage by rioting inmates freed after 3 days
Guatemalan authorities on Saturday freed nine prison guards who had been held hostage since Thursday by rioting inmates in Guatemala City, an official said.
Thieves steal $2 million in jewelry from Seattle store in 90 seconds
The thieves were armed with bear spray and a Taser, and shattered the building's glass doors before ransacking display cases.