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Kyiv on edge amid fears over possible Russian strike
Air raid sirens sounded across Kyiv on Wednesday as Ukraine's capital prepared for a possible Russian airstrike that did not come. The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv had already announced it was closing temporarily Wednesday because of a "potential significant air attack," and a Ukrainian military official told CBS News it had information that Russia could try to strike the center of Kyiv with ballistic missiles. Holly Williams reports from Kyiv.
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"CBS Evening News" headlines for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
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What to know amid escalating tensions with Russia over war in Ukraine
John Sullivan, a former U.S. ambassador to Russia under the Biden and Trump administrations, speaks with "CBS Mornings" about the potential impact of the use of U.S. ATACMS missiles by Ukraine, Russia's new nuclear plan and the latest in the ongoing war.
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Ukraine braces for retaliation after using U.S.-made missiles to strike inside Russia
Ukraine fired eight American-made ATACMS missiles into Russia, U.S. officials said, days after President Biden approved their use deeper inside Russian territory. U.S. officials believe Russia may have shot down two of the missiles. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin approved a change in Russia's nuclear doctrine, lowering the threshold for a nuclear strike.
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U.S. to provide anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, official says
Ukraine has been one of the most mined countries in the world since Russia's invasion in 2022, and Ukraine is inundated with anti-personnel mines.
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Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists, sparking criticism
The democracy advocates were charged in Hong Kong under a Beijing-imposed national security law in 2021 for their involvement in an unofficial primary election to pick opposition candidates.
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
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132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.
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Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
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Russian strikes continue in Ukraine, marking 1,000 days since the invasion
It's been 1,000 days since Russia invaded Ukraine. A day after the U.S. approved Ukraine's use of long-range missiles against Russia, a Russian strike killed seven people in the country's Sumy region. The U.S. gave permission for the missiles to be used on targets deep inside Russia, with some having a range of close to 200 miles.
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Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai on their new documentary about Afghan women
In an exclusive interview, Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai, and Sahra Mani talk about their new documentary showing the struggles of Afghan women. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Burglary reported at Windsor Castle, home to Prince William and Princess Kate
A burglary was reported on the grounds of Windsor Castle. The apparent breach of security allegedly happened on Oct. 13. A British tabloid reported thieves broke into the estate through the Shaw Farm gate, reportedly ramming it and stealing two vehicles from a nearby building late at night. The robbery took place about one mile from where William, Kate and their three children live.
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Europeans hint at possible Russian sabotage as undersea cables damaged
As undersea cables are cut, Finland and Germany say Europe is threated not only bt Russia's war in Ukraine, but "from hybrid warfare by malicious actors."
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Kids, adults injured as car hits crowd outside China elementary school
Chinese authorities haven't said how many children and adults were injured in the latest incident at a school, nor if it was an accident, or the latest in a series of attacks targeting kids.
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