Both men argue U.S. military involvement there would be a “historic tragedy.” The New York Times reported Tuesday that the Obama administration is considering sending more weapons to Ukraine — $3 billion worth. The Times reports: “Secretary of State John Kerry, who plans to visit Kiev on Thursday [Feb. 5], is open to new discussions about providing lethal assistance, as is Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, officials said.”This follows Defense News reporting that this spring the United States will be sending troops to train the Ukrainian National Guard …read more
Source: AlterNet