Head of International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons says Russian president's warning are meant to instill fear in the whole world and deter anyone from helping in Ukraine

CIA chief predicts Russian leader could 'double down' without regard for civilians; top Pentagon official raises specter of tactical nukes, but no changes in nuclear posture seen

Following Bennett's talks with Putin and Zelensky, Israeli officials say Russia has softened demands, but will likely double down on destructive assault if no capitulation

Analysts say Russian leader may have used Israeli PM to buy time for regrouping, and to win legitimacy from world leaders

But secretary of state says initiative must ensure Ukraine's sovereignty, updates foreign minister on status of Iran talks in Vienna as Israel-opposed deal approaches

At Tel Aviv press conference, Ukrainian Ambassador Yevgen Korniychuk says Israel's peace efforts are more important than military aid, but repeats plea for helmets and flak jackets

Political correspondent Tal Schneider discusses Israel's diplomacy and Diaspora affairs reporter Judah Ari Gross updates us on Ukrainian refugee situation and Yad Vashem's comments

French leader has spoken numerous times with Russian president during Ukraine crisis, and though few expect talks to lead anywhere, meetings give West insight into Putin's thinking

Ukrainian president lashes Western leaders for inaction after Russia threatens factories; Kyiv says shelling against cities intensifies, halting evacuation efforts

Russian officials said to know where Zelensky hiding, but refraining from attacking him; US reportedly worried Putin using Bennett to improve his image