Section: US & Canada
Putin comment on ‘taking Kiev in two weeks’ taken out of context, aide says
It quoted Yuri Ushakov as saying that whether or not those words were spoken, the quote ‘was taken out of context and had a totally different meaning’ …read more Source: The Globe and...
Ukraine shifts tactics against rebels while claiming ‘full-scale invasion’ by Russia
Ukraine’s defense minister has said that government forces are shifting their strategy in an effort to prevent further setbacks at the hands of pro-Russian separatist rebels. …read more Source: FOX...
European Investors Eye Ukraine, ECB
European markets were steady as investors watched Ukraine events unfold while also trying to gauge if the European Central Bank will announce further stimulus this week. …read more Source: The Wall Street...
Did Putin Say Russia Could ‘Take Kiev in Two Weeks’?
Russian President Vladimir Putin was quoted as saying he could capture Kiev in two weeks. …read more Source:...
Putin’s aide confirms ‘2 weeks to Kiev’ remark
A Russian official is complaining that EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso breached confidentiality when he quoted President Vladimir Putin as saying Moscow could take over Kiev in two weeks if it wished. …read more Source: Miami...
Aide: Putin’s statement about ability to take over Kiev in 2 weeks quoted out of context
A Russian official is complaining that EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso breached confidentiality when he quoted President Vladimir Putin as saying Moscow could take over Kiev in two weeks if it wished. …read more Source: FOX...
UN Chief: Political Dialogue Solution to Ukraine Crisis
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for political dialogue between Russia and Ukraine as the solution to the crisis in Ukraine. Ban made his remarks during a stop in New Zealand Tuesday, a day after Ukrainian separatist leader Andrei Purgin said he is ready to discuss a cease-fire and prisoner exchange. Purgin spoke at the...
The 10 Most Important Things In The World Right Now
1. Ukraine’s president Petro Poroshenko accused Russia in a speech on Monday of “direct and unconcealed aggression” as the military crisis in the country’s eastern region continues. 2. NATO officials set to meet in Wales on Friday announced plans to create a force of 4,000 troops “capable of deploying quickly to...
Ukrainian Forces Pull Back From Donetsk Airport
The Ukrainian military on September 1 pulled its forces back from a vital airport outside the eastern city of Donetsk, as President Petro Poroshenko accused Moscow of “direct and open aggression.” Wreckage and debris littered the airport grounds following a battle against pro-Russian separatists. (Reuters) …read more Source:...
Ukraine rebels pull back from independence demands at cease-fire talks
Pro-Russian rebels softened their demand for full independence Monday, saying they would respect Ukraine’s sovereignty in exchange for autonomy — a shift that reflects Moscow’s desire to strike a deal at a new round of peace talks. …read more Source: FOX...
