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Wheelchair User Chosen as Russian Entry at Eurovision
A woman who uses a wheelchair has been selected to represent Russia at the upcoming Eurovision song contest, seemingly putting an end to speculation that Russia might boycott the politically charged competition held in Kiev.Several Russian lawmakers and entertainment stars… …read more Source:...
Key Aid Provider Says it Can’t Operate in Rebel-held Ukraine
Russian-backed rebels in eastern Ukraine said Wednesday they are taking over scores of factories and mines in the region, many of them belonging to a tycoon whose foundation has been the largest provider of humanitarian aid to a war-battered population.The moves came in the… …read more Source:...
Ukrainian Lawmaker Visits Rebel East, Urges Prisoner Release
A Ukrainian lawmaker visited the rebel-held east on Friday to meet with Ukrainian prisoners there, a trip that irked many in Ukraine.Nadiya Savchenko, a pilot who spent two years in a Russian prison before her release last year, visited a prison in the rebel-held city of… …read more Source:...
Austria Approves US Extradition for Ukrainian Oligarch
An Austrian court on Tuesday approved a U.S. extradition request for a Ukrainian oligarch suspected of paying millions of dollars in bribes to Indian officials.The court decision overturns a lower court ruling nearly two years ago against extraditing Dymitro Firtash. The… …read more Source:...
Ukraine’s Leader Urges More Sanctions against Russia
Ukraine’s president has called for new sanctions against Russia over its decision to recognize passports issued by separatist authorities in eastern Ukraine.The Kremlin says its decision is a “humanitarian” move to help residents of the east suffering from Ukraine’s… …read more Source:...
Kremlin Defends Its Recognition of Ukraine Rebel Passports
The Kremlin says its decision to recognize passports and other documents issued by separatist authorities in eastern Ukraine is a response to Ukraine’s blockade of rebel regions.The weekend’s move by Russian President Vladimir Putin has drawn sharp criticism from Ukraine,… …read more Source:...
5 Arrested in Kiev Clash between Nationalists, Police
Five people have been detained and one policeman injured in a clash between Ukrainian nationalist demonstrators and police outside the presidential administration building in Kiev.The Sunday evening clash involved demonstrators in camouflage and balaclavas who tried to set… …read more Source:...
US Slams Russia’s Move to Recognize Ukraine Rebel Documents
The United States says it is disturbed by Russia’s decision to recognize passports and other documents issued by rebel authorities in eastern Ukraine.The recognition, in an order signed by President Vladimir Putin that was announced Saturday, “is alarming and contradicts… …read more Source:...
Russia Now Recognizes Ukrainian Rebel Documents, Passports
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed an order for Russia to recognize passports and other documents issued by separatist rebel authorities in eastern Ukraine.The signing, announced by the Kremlin on Saturday, brought sharp criticism from Ukrainian officials…. …read more Source:...
Germany: No Plans to Add US to Group Solving Ukraine Crisis
Germany’s foreign minister says there are no plans to add the U.S. to the group of countries that have been meeting in efforts to help reduce tensions in eastern Ukraine.Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel met his French, Russian and Ukrainian counterparts on Saturday at the… …read more Source:...
