Ukraine Update 2/24

Ukraine Protests Carefully Orchestrated:

US-Financed "Color Revolution Training Group": Ukrainians have found evidence of direct involvement of the Belgrade US-financed training group, CANVAS behind the carefully-orchestrated Kiev protests.

http://www.globalresearch.ca/ukraine-protests-carefully-orchestrated-the-role-of-canvas-us-financed-color-revolution-training-group/5369906

 

Rice: U.S. Backs Ukrainian People, Cautions Russian Involvement:

National Security Adviser Susan Rice said Sunday during an appearance on Meet the Press that it "would be a grave mistake" for Russian President Vladimir Putin to intervene militarily in the Ukraine crisis.

http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/ukraine-crisis/rice-u-s-backs-ukrainian-people-cautions-russian-involvement-n36606

US supports Ukraine turmoil though media blame Putin for chaos: Video -

 Blaming Russia for all the bad things happening in Ukraine has become the main theme of mainstream coverage - that's despite the fact that the President distanced himself from the situation from the onset.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxBlFFqfCOc&feature=c4-overview&list=UUpwvZwUam-URkxB7g4USKpg

Volatile Ukraine teeters on brink of bankruptcy:

Not only does Ukraine face a volatile political crisis, it is also in the midst of a dire economic emergency. As Kyiv's foreign exchange reserves dwindle, the country's public debt continues to rise.

http://www.dw.de/volatile-ukraine-teeters-on-brink-of-bankruptcy/a-17451734

European integration 'priority' for Ukraine:

Acting president Turchinov says Russia should recognise Kiev's 'European choice'.

http://www.aljazeera.com/news/europe/2014/02/yanukovich-location-unclear-after-rival-freed-20142236465963228.html

EU's Ashton to visit Ukraine on Monday:

She will meet "key stakeholders and discuss the support of the European Union for a lasting solution to the political crisis and measures to stabilise the economic situation," a statement from her office said Sunday.

http://www.dailystar.com.lb/News/International/2014/Feb-23/248235-eus-ashton-to-travel-to-ukraine-on-monday-will-discuss-economy.ashx

US missile shield: 'Russian Bear sleeping with one eye open':

Washington's explanation that its strengthening missile shield in Europe is being built to guard against the Iranian nuclear threat is no more believable than it was 10 years ago.

http://rt.com/op-edge/us-missile-shield-russia-361/

 
Ukraine
Ukraine Interim President Vows Moves Toward European Integration - VOA
In Ukraine, Fast Transition Comes With Uncertainty - WP
In Ukraine, A Rush to Shift Power and Mend Rifts - NYT
Ukraine: Parliament Chief Takes Presidential Power - AP
Power Shift Inspires Joy in Kiev, Fury in East - NYT
US Pledges Help to Ukraine - VOA
US Warns Against Russian Intervention in Ukraine - VOA
Despite Setbacks, Russia is Unafraid to Use its Leverage - WP
Deeply Bound to Ukraine, Putin Watches and Waits for Next Move - NYT
Russia Will Withhold Loans to Ukraine for the Time Being - LAT
Russia Says Ukraine Opposition Has Flouted Deal and Seized Power - Reuters
Russia Recalls Ambassador in Ukraine for Consultations - Reuters
Russia Recalls Ambassador Over 'Deterioration' - BBC
Ukraine Charts Course to Europe, Wants Better Russia Ties - Reuters
US Treasury Secretary Urges Ukraine to Begin IMF Discussions - Reuters
As His Fortunes Fell in Ukraine, a President Clung to Illusions - NYT
Declaring Victory in Kiev - NYT Video
Ukraine: A House Still Divided - FP Opinion
What the West Must Do for Ukraine - NYT Opinion
Why Russia Won't Interfere - NYT Opinion