Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko is pleading with Russia to remove its troops from war-torn eastern Ukraine.
President Poroshenko made his comments Thursday at the outset of a three-day visit to Australia, a key Western ally. Speaking to reporters, he said if Russia closes its border with Ukraine, there will be “peace and stability” within weeks.
Ukraine has repeatedly accused Russia of providing arms and soldiers to rebels who are fighting the Kyiv government. Russia has firmly denied the accusation. It says any Russian soldiers in the area are there on their own accord.
Ukraine on Wednesday ruled out holding peace talks this week, …read more
Source: Voice of America
