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Europe

Ukraine's Acting President: We've Lost Control Of East

Pro-Russian separatists have seized government buildings in another eastern Ukrainian city. After Luhansk fell, Ukraine's acting president said his troops were helpless in the face of the unrest. He said he now was working to keep the rest of eastern Ukraine under his government's control.

Ukraine's Acting President: We've Lost Control Of East

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Marchers And Mayhem In Eastern Ukraine City Roiled By Protests

A pro-Ukrainian demonstration turned violent as hundreds of Ukrainians in the eastern city of Donetsk marched in support of keeping their country whole. They were opposed by pro-Russian protesters. Stun grenades were thrown into the crowd, and at least one person was wounded.

Marchers And Mayhem In Eastern Ukraine City Roiled By Protests

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Russia Faces Further Sanction Over Its Actions In Ukraine

U.S. and European Union officials are meeting to impose more sanctions on Russia. At the same time, pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine continue to hold a group of European military observers.

Russia Faces Further Sanction Over Its Actions In Ukraine

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Heated Words On Air Often Don't Match Events On Ground In Ukraine

Reports of what transpired during the Ukrainian offensive are stirring some confusion. Fewer people died than initially reported, and life appears normal in the allegedly besieged city of Slovyansk.

Heated Words On Air Often Don't Match Events On Ground In Ukraine

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As Putin Rides Wave Of Popularity, Opposition May Get Swept Under

Russian President Vladimir Putin is using a recent surge in popularity to crack down on opposition. Several proposed laws would strengthen penalties against protestors, and officials and local media alike are denouncing criticism of Putin as "unpatriotic."

As Putin Rides Wave Of Popularity, Opposition May Get Swept Under

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Deal To Ease Ukraine Crisis Delays New Sanctions On Russia

The agreement calls on all parties to refrain from violence, requires that illegally-armed groups disarm and that control of government buildings be returned to Ukrainian authorities.

Deal To Ease Ukraine Crisis Delays New Sanctions On Russia

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Out Of A Tough Day Of Diplomacy, A Surprising Deal On Ukraine

Diplomats from the United States and Europe gathered in Geneva Thursday to discuss how to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. Secretary of State John Kerry and his counterparts from Russia, Ukraine and the European Union spoke for more than five hours on the issue.

Out Of A Tough Day Of Diplomacy, A Surprising Deal On Ukraine

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Geneva Talks Aim To Ease Tensions In Ukraine Crisis

Secretary of State John Kerry is in Geneva to meet with his diplomatic counterparts from Russia, Ukraine and the European Union. They are trying to find a resolution to the crisis in Ukraine.

Geneva Talks Aim To Ease Tensions In Ukraine Crisis

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Russia's Move Into Ukraine Turns Allies Into Adversaries

Russia and Ukraine were the major contributors to the Soviet army. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, Moscow and Kiev continued to cooperate. The recent crisis transformed friend into foe.

Russia's Move Into Ukraine Turns Allies Into Adversaries

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As Pressures Mount On Putin, Analysts Wonder What He Hopes To Gain

U.S. and Russian relations are rapidly deteriorating over Russian President Vladimir Putin's agenda in Eastern Europe. Sanctions and other pressures haven't convinced Putin to change his course — so why is he persisting? And what is his goal?

As Pressures Mount On Putin, Analysts Wonder What He Hopes To Gain

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Caught Between Russia And Ukraine, Border Cities Share Only Worry

Demonstrators carry a giant Russian flag through Kharkiv, Ukraine, earlier this month. The city's population is a blend of Ukranians and Russians, many of whom share families across the Russian border. Sergey Kozlov/AP hide caption

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Caught Between Russia And Ukraine, Border Cities Share Only Worry

The buildup of Russian troops on Ukraine's border is unnerving residents to either side. Though sharply divided in opinion, all fear to lose ties of family and trade.

Caught Between Russia And Ukraine, Border Cities Share Only Worry

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Russian Troops Mass Near Ukraine's Belgorod Border Region

NATO officials are warning about a sizable troop buildup by Russia along its border with Ukraine. NATO's top commander says the large numbers demonstrate that Russia is acting like an adversary.

Russian Troops Mass Near Ukraine's Belgorod Border Region

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In Response to Putin, Western Leaders Hope To Make The Man An Island

The U.S. and EU are trying to punish Russia for its actions in Ukraine. By doing so, they hope to create in Moscow a growing sense of isolation from the international community.

In Response to Putin, Western Leaders Hope To Make The Man An Island

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