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March 3, 2022

Key city in Ukraine falls, American Weapons Arrive - ABC News



Russian forces are stepping up their assault on Ukraine, while kids back in Russia protesting the war now face up to 3 years behind bars. ABC News' Andrew Dymburt reports. Aired on 03/03/2022.


March 3, 2022

Live: Soldiers patrol the streets in Kyiv after attack near train station - The Independent




Watch a live view of Ukraine’s capital city Kyiv as the attacks from Russia continue.
It’s now been an entire week since Russia’s president, Vladimir Putin, announced a “military operation” would begin on Ukraine.

The country has been under attack with missiles and shells hitting various cities, with hundreds losing their lives as a result.

Over 600,000 people who were living in Ukraine have since fled to neighbouring countries, seeking asylum.

Poland has stated that over 200,000 people from Ukraine have been welcomed into the country so far.


March 3, 2022

Stephen Colbert: "He's Not The Superman We Think Of" - Guest Fiona Hill On Vladimir Putin



Fiona Hill advised three American presidents on Russian policy and has spent time in close proximity to Vladimir Putin, so she is uniquely qualified to talk about the man's strengths, his weak spots, and the things we misunderstand about him. Her book about Vladimir Putin, "There Is Nothing For You Here," is available now.


March 3, 2022

Stephen Colbert - Monologue and Opening - 3/2/22

Russia Intensifies Criminal Attacks On Ukraine's Civilians | Western Powers To Seize Superyachts



Amid reports of ill-equipped troops quitting the fight, the Russian military continues to target civilians in Ukraine while the U.S. and other countries move to seize superyachts belonging to Putin's oligarch cronies.




Americone Dream Turns 15! Sara Bareilles And Josh Groban Celebrate With A Song



Today marks a milestone in frozen dairy history, as Stephen Colbert's signature flavor of Ben & Jerry's ice cream celebrates 15 delicious years of fudge-covered waffle cone and caramel swirl goodness. Friends of the show Josh Groban and Sara Bareilles were so moved by the anniversary, they wrote this song about everything that happened in the last 15 years. Enjoy it with a pint of Americone Dream!




Instead Of Batman, Russians Get "Vladman"



What a performance from Robin Robinovich!


March 3, 2022

Poor Planning, Low Morale, Weak Supplies Corrode Russian Invasion From Within - TRMS - MSNBC



Rob Lee, senior fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute, talks about the incompetence and under performance of the Russian military in pursuing Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, slowing what had apparently been planned as a quick operation. Aired on 03/02/2022.




Putin's Shambolic Invasion No Less Traumatizing For Fleeing Ukrainians - TRMS - MSNBC



Cal Perry, MSNBC correspondent, reports live from Lviv, Ukraine, where Ukrainians from areas of the country experiencing the brutality of Vladimir Putin's invasion are arriving destitute and traumatized. Aired on 03/02/2022.


March 3, 2022

Oath Keeper Pleads Guilty To Seditious Conspiracy; Agrees To Cooperate - TRMS - MSNBC



Barbara McQuade, former U.S. attorney, explains the significance of a guilty plea by a member of the Oath Keepers to charges that include seditious conspiracy. Aired on 03/02/2022.


March 3, 2022

David Remnick On Ukraine Invasion: This May Be The End Of The Putin Era - The Last Word - MSNBC



David Remnick, editor of The New Yorker, and MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell discuss the consequences of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine for Putin and Russia. After days of protests in Russia, David Remnick asks, “who in Russia is really for this?” Aired on 03/02/2022.


March 3, 2022

Secretary Pete Buttigieg: Biden Open To Banning Russian Oil And Gas - The 11th Hour - MSNBC



President Biden is keeping the option open to ban Russian oil and gas after the country’s invasion of Ukraine. It comes as oil prices have jumped to their highest level since 2011. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg explains how it could impact gas prices. Aired on 03/02/2022.


March 3, 2022

DOJ Task Force To Target Russian Billionaires' Yachts And Assets - The Last Word - MSNBC



Edward Fishman, the former Russia Sanction Lead at the State Department, joins MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell to discuss the “unprecedented sanctions” on the Russian economy and what the impact will be for the wealthiest Russians who have their “toys” taken from them. Aired on 03/02/2022.


March 3, 2022

One Week Since Russia Invaded Ukraine - The 11th Hour - MSNBC



At least one million refugees have fled Ukraine as it marks one week since Russia’s invasion. It comes as the U.S. announces it's delivering hundreds of stinger anti-aircraft missiles this week. Meantime, the Justice Dept. announces a special task force to enforce sanctions on Russian oligarchs. And in a historic vote, the U.N. overwhelmingly decided to condemn Russia for invading Ukraine. Aired on 03/02/2022.


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