U.S., Russia prisoner swap is the latest in a long history of exchanges
Despite frosty relations, the U.S. and the former Soviet Union have swapped prisoners for decades.
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Trevor Reed injured fighting in Ukraine
U.S. Marine veteran Trevor Reed, who was once detained by the Russian government, has been injured while fighting for Ukraine. Nancy Cordes is following the story.
Trevor Reed, released in U.S.-Russia swap in 2022, injured in Ukraine
Trevor Reed, released in 2022 in a U.S.-Russia prisoner swap, was injured recently while fighting for Ukraine in the east of that country, CBS News has learned.
Trevor Reed could affect detained Americans
Marine veteran Trevor Reed, who was freed in a prisoner swap with Russia last year, is recovering at a military facility in Germany after being injured fighting for Ukraine in the war with Russia. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on whether his decision to fight for Ukraine will complicate efforts to bring other Americans home.
American freed from Russia injured in Ukraine
The U.S. Marine veteran released in a prisoner swap with Russia last year was injured while fighting in Ukraine. Trevor Reed is now being treated at a German hospital. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Trevor Reed injured fighting in Ukraine
U.S. Marine Corps veteran Trevor Reed, who was released in a prisoner swap with Russia brokered by the Biden administration in 2022, was injured recently while fighting for Ukraine in the east of that country, CBS News has learned. Senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the latest.
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History of U.S.-Russia prisoner swaps
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Trevor Reed on freedom after Russian prison
Trevor Reed, who was imprisoned in Russia for nearly three years and was released in a prisoner swap in April, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his experience in Russian labor camps and why it's crucial to secure the release of American basketball star Brittney Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan.
Recently freed Trevor Reed discusses life in Russian prison
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Inside Trevor Reed's release from Russia
Former New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to discuss his role in helping Trevor Reed get released from prison in Russia.
Trevor Reed returns home to Texas
Former Marine Trevor Reed is back in his home state of Texas today following his release from Russia detainment. The 30-year-old was released as part of a prisoner swap. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the details.
Analyzing Kevin McCarthy leaked audio
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Imprisoned American's family seeks release
While the family of Marine veteran Trevor Reed is celebrating his return from Russia following a high-stakes prisoner swap with the U.S., imprisoned American Paul Whelan asked, "Why was I left behind?" Anne-Marie Green and Errol Barnett spoke with Whelan's brother David Whelan on CBS News about the family's efforts to bring Paul home, how he's doing in prison and the family's message for President Biden.
Marine veteran released from Russian prison
Trevor Reed, the former U.S. Marine who gained his freedom in a prisoner swap between the U.S. and Russia, arrived back in the United States early Thursday. He spent nearly three years in a Russian prison. Nancy Cordes has more.
Trevor Reed's parents discuss their son's ordeal in Russian prison
Joey and Paula Reed spoke to their son on the phone after he was released in a prisoner swap Wednesday.
Trevor Reed's parents react to son's release
Trevor Reed's parents, Paula and Joey, sat down with Norah O'Donnell to discuss their yearslong fight for their son's freedom and the moment they found out their son was being released from a Russian prison.
Trevor Reed freed in prisoner swap
Former U.S. Marine Trevor Reed has been freed from Russia in a prisoner swap. Russia convicted him in 2020 on assault charges, but Reed has maintained his innocence and the U.S. has said he was wrongfully imprisoned. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.
American Trevor Reed, freed in prisoner swap with Russia, is back in U.S.
The ex-U.S. Marine arrived early Thursday. Moscow said a "lengthy negotiation process" resulted in his being freed in exchange for a Russian pilot jailed on drug charges.
Video shows Trevor Reed at Moscow airport
Russian media released footage of American Trevor Reed being escorted to an airport in Moscow. Russia and the U.S. agreed to a prisoner exchange, trading Trevor Reed for a convicted Russian drug trafficker serving a long prison sentence in the U.S.
Paul Whelan famly lawyer on Trevor Reed release
The White House says marine Trevor Reed is heading back to the United States following a prisoner swap with Russia, CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports. But the family of Paul Whelan, who remains jailed in Russia, wants answers. The family's lawyer Ryan Fayhee spoke with CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Nancy Chen about the exchange.
Russian court rejects appeal by jailed former U.S. Marine
Trevor Reed's family said they had "little hope" for his appeal, but U.S. Ambassador John Sullivan called the court's decision "very disappointing."
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Trump's EPA is revoking the "endangerment finding." Here's what to know.
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Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games over helmet honoring war victims
Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games for insisting on wearing helmet honoring athletes killed in his country's war with Russia.
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Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
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Gun accessory company to pay $1.75M to Buffalo mass shooting victims
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Minnesota officials, heads of immigration agencies to testify at Senate hearing
Four Minnesota officials and the leaders of three major immigration agencies are set to testify before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Thursday.
Trump's EPA is revoking the "endangerment finding." Here's what to know.
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Voluntary departures hit record high as detained immigrants lose hope
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One dead, dozens hurt when bus carrying community college baseball team crashes in Iowa
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Minnesota officials, heads of immigration agencies to testify at Senate hearing
Four Minnesota officials and the leaders of three major immigration agencies are set to testify before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Thursday.
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Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
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Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
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Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
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Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games over helmet honoring war victims
Ukrainian Olympian banned from Winter Games for insisting on wearing helmet honoring athletes killed in his country's war with Russia.
House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs
The measure's passage is largely symbolic as it's likely to be vetoed by the president if it survives a Senate vote.
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James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Carter Evans has more on his life and career.
Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
New York Fashion Week designer on his runway
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Fashion week kicks off in NYC
Fashion Week officially began on Wednesday in New York City. The top designers and brands are getting ready to showcase their fall and winter collections. CBS News contributor Lauren Sherman has more.
Actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48
Actor James Van Der Beek, known for his roles in "Dawson's Creek," "Varsity Blues" and more, has died at the age of 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media.
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How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
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AI tech boom causes shortages
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Latest details on Day 11 of Guthrie search
FBI agents are combing through the rugged desert terrain of Arizona, searching for new clues in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Then, former FBI special agent Jeff Harp joins with analysis.
How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video.
Over 4,000 calls in 24 hours to Guthrie tip line
The FBI conducted searches along several Tucson roadways on Wednesday in its search for Nancy Guthrie. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
New details in Tumbler Ridge shooting
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Bitcoin's possible role in Nancy Guthrie case
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
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