Both sides refuse to withdraw heavy weapons as Ukraine cease-fire fails
Ukraine’s military spokesperson shattered remaining hopes for peace in the country’s embattled Donbas region on February 17 when he announced that
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Kosovo marks seventh anniversary of independence
Kosovo marks on February 17 2015 the seventh anniversary of the proclamation of independence, one of the most important dates in
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Euro zone gives Greece a week to request bailout extension
Eurozone ministers gave Greece an ultimatum Monday to request an extension for its debt bailout program, despite Athens’ strong objections.
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Eastern Ukraine truce on verge of collapse
A new cease-fire in Ukraine is teetering on the brink of collapse as Ukrainian government forces and pro-Russia separatist rebels
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Bulgaria backs Ukraine’s pro-EU course – Foreign Minister
Bulgaria supported Ukraine’s course for closer ties with the European Union and stood ready to help authorities in Kyiv with
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Heavy armour withdrawal in Ukraine set to begin Monday
Withdrawal of heavy armour from the frontlines in Ukraine is set to begin on Monday February 16 under terms of
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European Jewish Congress: Europe must move from defence to offence and prevent future attacks
European Jewish Congress President Moshe Kantor has urged European authorities to go on the offensive against radical Islamists if they
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Thousands rally in Athens on eve of EU debt talks
At least 15 000 Greeks rallied on Sunday February 15 outside parliament in Athens to protest against austerity measures they
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Israel calls for mass Jewish immigration after Denmark attack
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called for “massive” Jewish immigration to Israel in the wake of the shooting at a
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