Russian Tanks in Ukraine

Shaun Keating News Feather Story 2014, Ukraine

Ukraine accuses Russia of sending tanks into territory Ukraine has accused Russia of sending tanks into its territory. Russia denies the accusations. In Sept, Ukraine and pro-Russian rebels signed a ceasefire. But tensions in southeastern Ukraine have increased recently. On Sunday, rebels held elections fueling the conflict. Russia faces pressure from West to reject the election results. NATO is looking …

1,000 Russian Troops

Shaun Keating News Feather Story 2014, Ukraine

Fighting in Eastern Ukraine intensifies Ukrainian forces have been battling Pro-Russian rebels. The rebels have weapons and vehicles from Russia. The US now says that 1,000 Russian troops are in Ukraine. Moscow denies the allegations. NATO claims to have satellite images of troop movement. Fighting intensified on Thursday on two fronts. Russian troops captured towns in Southeastern Ukraine.

RUSSIAN AID OR INVASION

Shaun Keating News Feather Story 2014, Ukraine

Russian aid convoy enters Ukraine without permission Ukraine is battling Pro-Russia rebels in its Eastern region. Russia sent a humanitarian aid convoy of 260 trucks. 130 trucks crossed the border without permission. Ukraine suspects the trucks contain support for rebels. Russia said it grew tired of Ukraine stalling the trucks. NATO says Russian artillery is being used against Ukraine. Russia …

Flight MH17 Update

Shaun Keating News Feather Story 2014

US/Ukraine Accuse Rebels July 17, Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 gets shot out of sky. US/Ukraine accuse pro-Russian rebels in eastern Ukraine. The wreckage and many of the bodies are still where they fell. The rebels are making it difficult for investigators to work. This displeases many nations who want a real investigation started Netherlands and Australia are getting ready to …