BRUSSELS – The European Union on Wednesday condemned a rebel offensive against the strategic town of Debaltseve in eastern Ukraine as a “clear violation” of an internationally-backed ceasefire.”The actions by the Russia-backed separatists in Debaltseve are a clear violation of the ceasefire,” the EU’s foreign affairs head Federica Mogherini said in a statement.”The separatists must stop all military activities,” Mogherini added, only moments after Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko announced that beleaguered Kiev troops had withdrawn from the flashpoint town.”Safe passage for all those who want to leave the area must also be ensured,” Mogherini said.Journalists and monitors from the Organisation …read more
Source: AsiaOne
