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    Obama approves $75 million in nonlethal aid to Ukraine
    Mar11

    Obama approves $75 million in nonlethal aid to Ukraine

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 23:13 (EEST) Section: Los Angeles Times (USA)

    The United States will provide Ukrainian forces fighting Russia-backed separatists $75 million in nonlethal equipment, including small reconnaissance drones, radios and military ambulances, a senior administration official said. …read more Source: Los Angeles...

    US Warns Europe About Growing Gap in NATO Defense Spending
    Mar11

    US Warns Europe About Growing Gap in NATO Defense Spending

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 22:58 (EEST) Section: Voice of America (USA)

    Top U.S. officials are warning of the dangers of a growing gap between U.S. and European defense spending at a time of heightened tensions with Russia over Ukraine. The warnings come as U.S. tanks and warships are being deployed in Europe for ongoing NATO training operations. Rolling off the Liberty Promise cargo ship and onto Riga harbor, about...

    Lithuania marks 25th anniversary of Soviet exit
    Mar11

    Lithuania marks 25th anniversary of Soviet exit

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 22:42 (EEST) Section: San Francisco Chronicle (USA)

    VILNIUS, Lithuania — Lithuania marked the 25th anniversary of its declaration of independence from the Soviet Union amid warnings that its freedom could once again come under threat. In celebrations overshadowed by Moscow’s intervention in Ukraine — another former Soviet republic — Lithuania’s first post-independence president...

    IMF Bailout Could Speed Up Ukraine Bond Rally
    Mar11

    IMF Bailout Could Speed Up Ukraine Bond Rally

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 22:42 (EEST) Section: The Wall Street Journal (USA)

    Ukrainian government bonds have been among the world’s worst performing assets over the past year, but a recent rally could gather pace after the IMF approved a bailout package for the war-torn country on Wednesday. …read more Source: The Wall Street...

    U.S. to send unarmed drones, but no lethal aid, to Ukraine
    Mar11

    U.S. to send unarmed drones, but no lethal aid, to Ukraine

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 21:43 (EEST) Section: PBS (USA)

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States announced Wednesday that it is sending small unarmed drones, armored Humvees and other assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russian-backed separatists. Lethal weapons were not included, to the dismay of some U.S. lawmakers. The White House said President Barack Obama is still considering whether to send...

    Russian Weapons Challenge Ukrainian Military
    Mar11

    Russian Weapons Challenge Ukrainian Military

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 21:28 (EEST) Section: Voice of America (USA)

    Experts say the rebels in eastern Ukraine are using sophisticated Russian weapons that require specialized skills to operate and could only have come directly from Russia. The analysis comes as both sides withdraw heavy weapons as part of the shaky ceasefire deal, and NATO accuses Russia of continuing to supply the rebels. VOA’s Al Pessin...

    US to send Ukraine drones, more aid, but no lethal weapons
    Mar11

    US to send Ukraine drones, more aid, but no lethal weapons

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 20:58 (EEST) Section: Townhall (USA)

    WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States announced Wednesday that it is sending small unarmed drones, armored Humvees and other assistance to Ukraine… …read more Source:...

    Crimean Tatars Fear Increasing Persecution
    Mar11

    Crimean Tatars Fear Increasing Persecution

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 20:43 (EEST) Section: Newsweek (USA)

    Human rights groups are warning that the persecution of Crimean Tatars, who make up around 13% of the population, is worsening, with an alarming increase in police raids, interrogations and arrests, sparking fear and unrest amongst the community. According to Amnesty International, since Russia annexed the Crimean peninsula in February 2014,...

    In eastern Ukraine, hotline calls soar as breakaway government flails
    Mar11

    In eastern Ukraine, hotline calls soar as breakaway government flails

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 20:43 (EEST) Section: The Christian Science Monitor (USA)

    With cash and food resources dwindling, local administrators in the ‘Donetsk People’s Republic’ are struggling with day-to-day issues of survival – and bitter residents. …read more Source: Christian Science...

    West boosts Ukraine aid as Russia bridles at sanctions
    Mar11

    West boosts Ukraine aid as Russia bridles at sanctions

    Wednesday, March 11 , 2015 - 20:43 (EEST) Section: Business Insider (USA)

    Washington (AFP) – The IMF handed Ukraine a $17.5 billion lifeline Wednesday as the United States agreed to send military aid to bolster its forces against pro-Russian rebels — but stopped short of promising weapons.The United States also expanded the reach of its economic sanctions targeting Russian banks and officials, a move Moscow...