Georgia was the poster child of post-Soviet countries on their way to democracy and freedom. US lawmakers hope a bill will help combat democratic backsliding.

Donald Trump gave Russia an ultimatum. He demanded Vladimir Putin end the Ukraine war in 50 days. Or else, Russia will face sanctions and weapons for

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a sharp warning to India, China, and Brazil over their business ties with Russia. He hinted at potential secondary sanctions, mirroring Trump’s hard line on the Ukraine war.

"At the same time, EU policymakers say that they are preparing the most punitive sanctions package since 2022 – this marks a renewed turn in sentiment, after earlier hesitation to revisit measures such as lowering the price cap on Russian oil (which faced internal vetoes).

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the foreign ministers of France, Germany and the U.K. agreed in a phone call on Monday to set the end of August as the de facto deadline for reaching a nuclear deal with Iran,

Russia's bold statement about US relations stuns diplomats worldwide and the surprising diplomatic tone will completely change everything.

Russia has rejected President Trump's "ultimatum" for Moscow to sign a ceasefire deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days on Tuesday as "unacceptable," calling for continued negotiations and insisting that the invasion ordered by President Vladimir Putin would continue until its goals are achieved.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a crucial meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to push for an end to the war in Ukraine. Rubio discussed U.S. frustrations and potential new approaches to peace amidst intensified Russian attacks.

US President Donald Trump has criticized Vladimir Putin's attacks on Ukraine, following a major Russian airstrike. Trump indicated potential sanctions and confirmed the US will send Patriot air defense systems to Kyiv.

(Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he had discussed improved air defences and intensified sanctions against Russia with two U.S. lawmakers who are backing a bill to impose tougher punitive measures against Moscow.

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.