Kiev
Serbian Representatives 'Told Not to Vote' Against Russia
Serbian government and Parliament officials have been instructed not to back international moves against Russia, a recent report suggests.
East Ukraine's Incorporation 'Hypothetical' - Russian FM
The prospect of annexing the east of Ukraine to the Russian Federation is a "hypothetical question", Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday.
In an interview for Bloomberg TV, Lavrov explained that what was important in the Ukraine crisis was not about incorporation of territories, but about "how people will feel in this country".
Ukraine's president "won't be completely legitimate"
Ukraine's president "won't be completely legitimate"
MOSCOW -- The president that Ukrainians will elect on May 25 "will not be completely legitimate," Russian State Duma Chairman Sergei Naryshkin has said.
Russia accuses EU of "faulty logic"
Russia accuses EU of "faulty logic"
MOSCOW -- Russia has criticized the EU for expanding its sanctions against Moscow and urged it to respect the results of referendums held in two Ukrainian regions.
- Read more about Russia accuses EU of "faulty logic"
- Log in to post comments
Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk to Seek Unification after Self-Rule Vote
The leadership of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic in Ukraine has begun unification talks the rebel-controlled Luhansk region, its representatives claim.
EU Expands Sanctions Against Russia Over Ukraine Crisis
EU Foreign Minister have agreed to expand sanctions imposed on Russia over its stance on the Ukrainian crisis.
The list has been expanded with two Crimean companies and 13 individuals, according to reports by the Moscow Times.
Russia Respects Results of Referendums in Donetsk and Luhansk Regions
Moscow “respects” the results of the referendums in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in Ukraine, reports the Russian wire service RIA Novosti, quoting Kremlin press office.
Russia's Foreign Minister Calls for Kiev-Donbass Talks
No solution to the Ukraine crisis could be reached if authorities do not engage in a dialogue with "opponents of Kiev's regime", Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov said Monday.
At a press conference, Lavrov stressed the importance of a "national dialogue" in Ukraine based on a proposal by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).
Russia "respects will of people in Donetsk and Lugansk"
Russia "respects will of people in Donetsk and Lugansk"
MOSCOW -- Moscow "hopes that the referendums in the Donetsk and Lugansk will result in a civilized dialogue between representatives of Kiev, Donetsk and Lugansk."
This was announced by the Kremlin press service on Monday.
Donetsk Votes to Split in Controversial Referendum
Pro-Russian forces have claimed victory in Sunday's referendum for self-government in Ukraine's Donetsk region.
The supporters of federalization say that 89% had voted in favor of an autonomous Donetsk Republic, the BBC reports. The result in Luhansk is also set to be in the high percentage for federalization.
- Read more about Donetsk Votes to Split in Controversial Referendum
- Log in to post comments