Russian attacks trap Ukrainians in Donbas region
Russian forces blew up bridges around Severodonetsk, trapping thousands of Ukrainians inside the city. To save them, Ukraine is pleading for more weapons. Chris Livesay has more.
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A pivotal battle in eastern Ukraine
Russian officials are giving Ukrainian soldiers until 8 a.m. on Wednesday to surrender their control in Severodonetsk, the last city held by Ukrainian forces in the area. CBS News' Errol Barnett and Lana Zak talk with CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay about the significance of this city and the challenges Ukrainian troops are facing as the war progresses.
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Thousands trapped as last bridge to key Ukrainian city destroyed
If Severodonetsk falls, it will leave Putin's forces in control of almost all of Ukraine's industrial Donbas heartland. Ukraine wants more weapons to avert that outcome.
Russians using food as weapon in eastern Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine continues, citizen are struggling to find food as Russian troops target grain silos and continue their blockade on Ukrainian ports. Chris Livesay reports.
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Ukrainian forces lacking essential equipment
Despite receiving billions in military aid, Ukrainian soldiers on the frontline are still in need of equipment. Supply chain issues have forced soldiers to craft versions of javelin batteries, a crucial component to the rocket systems that are used to fight Russian tanks, themselves. David Martin has more.
Ukraine braces for Russian attack on coastal cities
Ukraine is waiting on more weapons as it braces for a Russian assault on the Black Sea coast. Meanwhile, Ukraine says up to 200 of its soldiers are dying every day. Chris Livesay reports.
Iran may have dealt the nuclear deal a "fatal blow," IAEA boss warns
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"Russian proxies" in Ukraine sentence captured U.K. volunteers to death
Britain's top diplomat condemned the "sham judgment" against 2 men captured by Russian-backed rebels in eastern Ukraine.
This is how Russia is using food as a weapon of war in Ukraine
Officials in the besieged city of Mykolaiv say Putin is creating a food "catastrophe" that could starve millions in a bid to restore access to Ukraine's Black Sea ports.
U.S. says North Korea is preparing for its 1st nuclear test in years
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Kansas woman pleads guilty to leading all-female ISIS battalion in Syria
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Inside the Russian blockade of Ukraine threatening global food supplies
A Ukrainian soldier tells CBS News Putin's forces are using Ukrainian sea mines taken during Russia's last invasion to frame her country, and starve those most in need.
Russia strikes Kyiv for first time in weeks
Russian missiles hit the Ukrainian capital for the first time in weeks. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says Russia now occupies 20% of Ukrainian territory. Chris Livesay has the latest from Odessa.
Russian missiles hit Kyiv as Putin warns West against arming Ukraine
Russian forces pounded railway facilities and other infrastructure early Sunday in Kyiv, which had previously seen weeks of eerie calm.
Nigerian authorities hunt for gunmen who killed 50 at church
The priest celebrating the Mass was giving the blessing to end the service when the attackers came in and opened fire.
Reporter's Notebook: Ukraine after 100 days of war
A look from the frontlines on the war in Ukraine, from the ground with troops and in hospitals with the doctors who heal their wounds. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
With new weapons, Ukraine goes on the offensive
The war for Ukraine has turned into a slugfest of dueling artillery, with heavy losses by both Russian and Ukrainian forces. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin talks with retired Gen. David Petraeus, and with American veteran volunteer Mark Hayward, about control on the ground and the Ukrainian offensive to retake Russian-occupied territory.
More than 6 million displaced in Ukraine war
More than 6 million Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes in the first 100 days of Russia's invasion. Ukrainian forces say they have taken back parts of Severodonetsk after weeks of fighting. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Musician reunites with family after fleeing Taliban
As a young trumpet player, Baset Azizi fled Afghanistan when the hard-liners sought to ban Western music and punish musicians. Years later, he had an emotional reunion with his family in Kansas City after they fled. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
Ukraine maintains resistance after 100 days of war
After 100 days of war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said "victory will be ours." Despite being outgunned and outmanned, Ukraine is still fighting back with a vengeance. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Record-high gas prices affect summer travel
High gas prices are turning into a major speed bump as the summer travel season kicks into high gear. The national average for regular gas is nearing $5 per gallon. Kris Van Cleave has more on why gas prices are increasing.
Life in Kherson under the influence of Russia
Reporting from Mykolaiv, CBS News’ Imtiaz Tyab looks at the Kherson region in Ukraine, where Russian troops took over three months ago. Tyab speaks with residents and those who recently evacuated from the city about its conditions under Russian occupation.
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