Section: U.S. News (USA)
Ukraine separatists claim victory in battle for airport
DONETSK, Ukraine (AP) — Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine say they have captured the shattered remains of Donetsk airport, further dashing hopes for a lasting peace agreement. …read more Source: U.S....
EU Parliament calls Russia potential threat to EU
BRUSSELS (AP) — The EU parliament on Thursday condemned Russia as a “potential threat to the European Union itself” even as the EU foreign policy chief sought to resume dialogue with Moscow to help end the conflict in Ukraine. …read more Source: U.S....
Pope Francis Denounces Charlie Hebdo Attack, Ukraine and Middle East Conflict
The holy father also rejected violence in Ukraine, the Middle East and Africa. …read more Source: U.S....
Ukraine says separatists intensifying rocket attacks
KIEV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian military officials say separatists in the east have intensified their shelling of government positions ahead of peace talks expected in the coming week. …read more Source: U.S....
EU offers Ukraine more loans if it makes promised reforms
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union has offered to give extra rescue loans to Ukraine, which is struggling with recession and a costly war, but only if it makes its promised economic and political reforms. …read more Source: U.S....
Ukraine says Crimea transport halt temporary
KIEV, Ukraine (AP) — A Ukrainian security official said Saturday that the suspension of transport connections with Crimea is expected to be only a temporary measure. …read more Source: U.S....
Woman who bared breasts in Vatican square is freed
VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Holy See has released a Ukrainian activist who bared her breasts in St. Peter’s Square on Christmas Day and snatched the statue of Baby Jesus from the Vatican’s outdoor Nativity scene. …read more Source: U.S....
Hundreds of Prisoners Freed in Ukraine, but Discontent Remains
A prisoner exchange was negotiated between Ukrainian officials and pro-Russian separatists before peace talks ultimately broke down. …read more Source: U.S....
Ukraine, pro-Russia rebels swap war prisoners
DONETSK, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian authorities and pro-Russia rebels exchanged nearly 370 prisoners Friday, a major step toward easing hostilities in eastern Ukraine. …read more Source: U.S....
Pope wishes Christmas hope and peace for Mideast
VATICAN CITY (AP) — A somber Pope Francis steeped his Christmas message to the world Thursday in sadness for those with little cause for joy — abused children, refugees, hostages and others suffering from violence in the Middle East, Africa, Ukraine and elsewhere. …read more Source: U.S....
