Section: USA TODAY (USA)
Ukrainians head to the polls amidst continuing turmoil
Ukraine’s snap general election on October 26 is seen as a key test for the war-torn nation as voters replace lawmakers allied to Kremlin-backed former president Viktor Yanukovych, who was ousted in February. Duration: 02:10 Video provided by AFP …read more Source: USA...
Creepy Crimea-annexing Vladimir Putin figure will haunt your nightmares
An extremely creepy automated figure of Russian President Vladimir Putin signing the treaty annexing Crimea into the Russian Federation is expected to fetch thousands when it’s auctioned off next month. Jen Markham explains. Video provided by Buzz60 …read more Source: USA...
Heat is on for Ukraine elections
Kiev holds parliamentary elections Sunday amid an ongoing conflict with separatists. …read more Source: USA...
“This is what our men are fighting for” – Ukrainian widow ahead of vote
Residents of Lviv in Ukraine approach parliamentary election cautiously, with hope their votes might end conflict and bring meaning to the deaths of loved ones. Deborah Lutterbeck reports. Video provided by Reuters …read more Source: USA...
Ukraine says goodbye Lenin as communists face poll wipeout
As Ukraine gears up to vote in a snap parliamentary election after a year of dramatic upheaval, the Communist Party is finding its power base has collapsed. Video provided by AFP …read more Source: USA...
Ukraine urges Russia to stop separatist elections
Ukraine’s foreign minister says pressure from Russia is needed to halt illegal elections. …read more Source: USA...
Lucky escape for girl in Ukraine
Lucky escape for little girl as Donetsk stadium’s glass facade falls after shelling in Ukraine. Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Video provided by Reuters …read more Source: USA...
In war-weary Donetsk, Ukraine, lives are in limbo
Says one resident: “We live like today’s day is the last one.” …read more Source: USA...
Raw: Powerful blast rocks Ukrainian city
A powerful explosion shook the largest rebel-controlled city in eastern Ukraine on Monday, as daily battles continue in the region despite a nominal ceasefire being in place. (Oct. 20) …read more Source: USA...
Voices: Rescuing a woman stuck in Ukraine war zone
We rescued a widow from obvious danger, but couldn’t leave her on the street. …read more Source: USA...
