Section: Toronto Star (Canada)
Rebels fire on refugees, killing ‘dozens,’ says Ukraine
Ukraine claimed Monday that rebels in the east of the country fired rockets and mortars on civilians trying to flee from the region’s intense fighting …read more Source: Toronto...
Obama’s vacation overwhelmed by crises at home and abroad
Two-week respite on Martha’s Vineyard draws criticism after high-profile headaches in Iraq, Ukraine and Ferguson demand attention. …read more Source: Toronto...
Ukraine troops’ penetration of rebel-held Luhansk could prove a breakthrough
Weeks of fighting have taken their toll on Luhansk, which city authorities say has reached the verge of a humanitarian catastrophe. …read more Source: Toronto...
Russian military vehicles destroyed after crossing border, says Ukraine
NATO and Ukraine said Russian military vehicles did cross into Ukraine during the night and the Ukrainian president said most of them were destroyed. …read more Source: Toronto...
Russian convoy, said to be carrying aid, goes off route
By taking such a route, Russian appeared to be intent on not abiding by a tentative agreement to deliver aid to a checkpoint where it could more easily be inspected by Ukraine and the Red Cross. …read more Source: Toronto...
Ukraine bars aid convoy from Russia
Ukraine said it would deny the mission entry because it has not been certified by the Red Cross and could be a covert military operation. …read more Source: Toronto...
Russia to send aid convoy into Ukraine
It wasn’t immediately clear if Russia has reached agreement with Ukraine on the issue, or if it has decided to move unilaterally. …read more Source: Toronto...
Separatists want ceasefire as Ukrainian forces encircle Donetsk
Donetsk separatists are now willing to lay down their weapons as the Ukrainian army surrounds the eastern city with conditions deteriorating. …read more Source: Toronto...
Russian intervention in Ukraine would be ‘invasion,’ warns U.S.
Washington says any further intervention by Moscow in eastern Ukraine — even purported humanitarian aid — would be viewed as “an invasion of Ukraine.” …read more Source: Toronto...
Canada sends military gear to assist Ukrainian fighters
Canada is sending military equipment to Ukraine including helmets, first aid kits, tents and protective vests. …read more Source: Toronto...
