Section: USA TODAY (USA)
Ukraine’s separatist stronghold girds for key battle
Residents try to maintain a normal life in a city that may be soon under siege. …read more Source: USA...
EU hits Russian intelligence chiefs with sanctions
The action brought the total number of people under EU sanction in connection with Russia’s annexation of Crimea and the revolt in eastern Ukraine to 87. …read more Source: USA...
Russian support gives rebels in Ukraine critical edge
The U.S. policy of providing Ukraine only non-lethal aid is being tested. …read more Source: USA...
Ukraine says Russia shelled its troops across the border
U.S. officials call Russian military action a ‘clear escalation’ of hostilities. …read more Source: USA...
Dempsey: Putin may light fire and lose control
Speaking at the Aspen Security Forum, Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey touched on the ongoing situation in Ukraine, including talks with NATO allies about increasing readiness. (July 25) …read more Source: USA...
Russia fires artillery over border at Ukrainian targets
U.S. officials call Russian military action a ‘clear escalation’ of hostilities. …read more Source: USA...
Russian military fires artillery into eastern Ukraine
Russian artillery fired into eastern Ukraine, Pentagon says …read more Source: USA...
Ukrainian prime minister announces resignation
Arseniy Yatsenyuk made announcement after 2 parties said they’re exiting the governing coalition. …read more Source: USA...
Rebel commander acknowledges fighters had missile
A pro-Russian rebel leader in eastern Ukraine says he believes separatists possessed BUK anti-aircraft missiles, thought by Washington to be the type used to shoot down Malaysia Airlines flight MH17. Video provided …read more Source: USA...
Video: Fist fight breaks out in Ukraine parliament
Lawmakers attacked one another following a decree that would enlist citizens as soldiers. …read more Source: USA...
