US, UK, Ukraine urge direct Kyiv-Moscow talks
The United States, Britain, and Ukraine have called for direct talks between Kyiv and Moscow, saying they are crucial to
Read more
Europe
Hagel: US pledges to stand with Ukrainian people
The United States has canceled military exercises with Russia over its actions in Ukraine, while boosting military contacts with NATO
Read more
Ukraine – EU’s long-awaited $15 billion package may add to government’s austerity programme
The European Union has promised $15 billion of financial help to Ukraine as the nation tightens its belt amid a
Read more
Albright: Crimea is not Kosovo
Former US secretary of state Madeleine Albright has commented on the situation in Crimea and the comparisons that have been
Read more
Poland resilient to market turmoil related to Ukrainian crisis – minister
Poland’s zloty and debt market show resilience to the political crisis in Ukraine and resulting turmoil on financial markets thanks
Read more
Russia-Ukraine standoff prompts energy fears in Europe
Gas prices have risen in Europe over fears the standoff between Russia and Ukraine could result in disruptions to supply
Read more
Romanian football bosses go to prison in landmark trial
Eight Romanian football bosses were given prison terms on March 4 2014 in one of the most high-profile trials in
Read more
Cyprus parliament adopts privatisation bill
The parliament of Cyprus adopted on March 4 a controversial privatisation bill after international lenders warned that in the case
Read more
Kleptocracy at the root of Ukraine’s problems
Ukraine is caught in the middle of political turmoil in the wake of the departure of President Viktor Yanukovych. It
Read more