Ukraine opposition calls for mass rally
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukraine opposition calls for mass rally

China Daily  

Ukraine's opposition called on Sunday for another monster rally against President Viktor Yanukovych's rejection of a trade deal with the EU as he ponders closer economic ties with Moscow. Ukraine's security services were on high alert, as opposition leaders urged a massive turnout for the rally on Independence Square where the crowd swelled to hundreds of thousands last weekend. "All Ukrainians must go out to Maidan to voice their aspirations to live in a modern European country," said Vitali Klitschko, a former heavyweight champion and head of the UDAR party, using Independence Square's Ukrainian name. The party of jailed opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko said on its website that Sunday's rally would feature "leaders of opposition parties, public figures and foreign guests, particularly American senators".

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Thousands join Berlin rally calling for Ukraine peace talks
2 years, 1 month ago

Thousands join Berlin rally calling for Ukraine peace talks

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Thousands of people protested in Berlin on Saturday to condemn Germany’s supply of arms to Ukraine and call for peace talks to end the war. One of the organizers, opposition lawmaker Sahra Wagenknecht of the ex-communist Left party, said during the rally that there was no place for neo-Nazis, but that anyone who wanted peace “with an honest …

Czechs rally to demand resignation of pro-Western government
2 years, 5 months ago

Czechs rally to demand resignation of pro-Western government

LA Times  

Several thousand protesters from the far-right and far-left gathered in Prague’s Wenceslas Square to demand the resignation of the country’s pro-Western government on Friday. Tens of thousands of Czechs used a national holiday Friday to rally in the capital against the pro-Western government and its support for Ukraine’s fight against the Russian invasion. Held under the slogan “The Czech Republic …

Protesters around the world rally in support of Ukraine amid Russian invasion
3 years ago

Protesters around the world rally in support of Ukraine amid Russian invasion

ABC  

From Seoul to Sofia, Brussels to Bucharest, thousands of people have answered Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's call to protest against Russia's invasion of the eastern European nation. In the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, thousands of people draped in Ukrainian flags gathered in Independence Square and sang the patriotic song The Red Viburnum in the Meadow. London Mayor Sadiq Khan said …

Anti-war protests across Europe, small rallies in Russia
3 years ago

Anti-war protests across Europe, small rallies in Russia

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Tens of thousands of people rallied Sunday in cities across Europe to protest against Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, with small vigils taking place in Russia as well despite a crackdown by authorities against such demonstrations. Many participants carried flags in the blue and yellow colors of Ukraine, while others bore banners reading “Stop the War” and “Peace …

Russians hold anti-war rallies amid ominous threats by Putin
3 years, 1 month ago

Russians hold anti-war rallies amid ominous threats by Putin

Associated Press  

MOSCOW — From Moscow to Siberia, Russian anti-war activists took to the streets again Sunday to protest Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, despite the arrests of hundreds of protesters each day by police. Four days into the the fighting that has killed scores, Putin raised the stakes dramatically on Sunday, ordering the military Russia’s nuclear forces on high alert, citing Western …

‘Stop Russian Hitler!’ Ukraine supporters gather in New York’s Times Square to protest invasion
3 years, 1 month ago

‘Stop Russian Hitler!’ Ukraine supporters gather in New York’s Times Square to protest invasion

The Independent  

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Mass anti-Lukashenko rally starts after Belarus police crackdown
4 years, 6 months ago

Mass anti-Lukashenko rally starts after Belarus police crackdown

Al Jazeera  

Opposition seeking president’s exit after disputed election calls for protests a day after hundreds of women were held. People holding red-and-white protest flags gathered at the “March of Justice” that occupied the whole of a central avenue and walked towards the heavily guarded Palace of Independence, where Lukashenko has his offices. The protest comes after riot police cracked down on …

Belarus protests: Tens of thousands defy Lukashenko regime’s warning to march in Minsk
4 years, 6 months ago

Belarus protests: Tens of thousands defy Lukashenko regime’s warning to march in Minsk

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The unsettled autocrat leader of …

Armed Belarus president seen on video as protests roil capital
4 years, 7 months ago

Armed Belarus president seen on video as protests roil capital

LA Times  

Demonstrators fill the streets of Minsk, Belarus, on Sunday. Demonstrators are in the streets of the Belarusian capital and other cities, keeping up their push for the resignation of the nation’s authoritarian leader, President Alexander Lukashenko. In the 15th day of the largest and most determined protests in independent Belarus, a crowd of about 200,000 rallied against President Alexander Lukashenko …

Tens of thousands rally in Minsk as Lukashenko vows to stay on
4 years, 7 months ago

Tens of thousands rally in Minsk as Lukashenko vows to stay on

Live Mint  

Tens of thousands of Belarusians rallied in Minsk on Sunday in the biggest demonstration yet against a disputed election, as President Alexander Lukashenko rejected calls to step down in a defiant speech. "It's the first time I've seen the people so glad," said one 70-year-old woman protester. The Kremlin said that in a call with Lukashenko, President Vladimir Putin had …

Russians rally against Moscow role in Ukraine
10 years, 6 months ago

Russians rally against Moscow role in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

The rally is the first of its kind since the standoff between Kiev and pro-Russian rebels started last year. Thousands of Russians have rallied in Moscow in protest against the armed conflict in eastern Ukraine, in the first major anti-war rally since the standoff between Kiev and pro-Russian rebels started last year. Russian and Ukrainian flags were seen flying in …

Ukraine launches military crackdown on pro-Russian protesters
10 years, 11 months ago

Ukraine launches military crackdown on pro-Russian protesters

The Hindu  

Ukraine’s acting President Aleksandr Turchynov said the armed forces were launching a “full-scale anti-terrorist operation” to quell pro-Russian protests in the rebellious east of the country. Apparently unsure of the loyalty of the military, the Ukrainian Interior Ministry announced the deployment in eastern Ukraine of the newly formed National Guard composed of far-right “self-defence forces” from western Ukraine who spearheaded …

Key events in Ukraine's political crisis
11 years ago

Key events in Ukraine's political crisis

The Hindu  

Nov. 21, 2013 — President Viktor Yanukovych’s government announces it is abandoning an agreement to strengthen ties with the European Union and is instead seeking closer cooperation with Moscow. Feb. 23 — Ukraine’s parliament assigns presidential powers to its new speaker, Oleksandr Turchinov, an ally of Ms. Tymoshenko. Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev derides the new leaders in Kiev as …

Ukraine protests: Opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko says protesters have eliminated 'cancer of dictatorship', should continue demonstrations
11 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine protests: Opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko says protesters have eliminated 'cancer of dictatorship', should continue demonstrations

ABC  

Freed Ukrainian opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko has given a fiery speech to anti-government protesters in Kiev's Independence Square, urging them to continue demonstrating. Showing glimpses of the fiery oratory that drove her to power, Ms Tymoshenko shouted: "This is a Ukraine of different people. Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said "illegal extremist groups are refusing to disarm and in fact …

Ukrainian President Voted Out; Opposition Leader Freed
11 years, 1 month ago

Ukrainian President Voted Out; Opposition Leader Freed

NPR  

Ukrainian President Voted Out; Opposition Leader Freed Enlarge this image toggle caption Bulent Kilic/AFP/Getty Images Bulent Kilic/AFP/Getty Images This post was updated at 3:10 p.m. Ukraine's parliament has voted to push President Viktor Yanukovych out of office hours after he fled the capital and denounced events in the country as "a coup d'etat" in a television interview. Yanukovych, speaking to …

Ukraine region declares independence from Yanukovych govt
11 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine region declares independence from Yanukovych govt

Live Mint  

Minsk: Lawmakers in Ukraine’s Lviv region declared independence from President Viktor Yanukovych’s government after backers evicted the appointed governor and seized the security service’s headquarters overnight in support of protests in the capital Kiev. Lviv’s parliament formed an executive committee with department heads in governor Oleh Salo’s administration that will take over the functions of the regional government, Oksana Dmetryv, …

Ukraine protesters confront police anew after nation’s bloodiest day
11 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine protesters confront police anew after nation’s bloodiest day

Live Mint  

Kiev: Ukrainian protesters poured on to a central Kiev square on Wednesday, preparing to confront police anew after the bloodiest day since the former Soviet republic, caught in a geopolitical struggle between Russia and the West, won its independence. Opposition leaders Vitaly Klitschko and Arseny Yatsenyuk said that they had quit talks with President Viktor Yanukovich without reaching any agreement …

4 Things To Know About What's Happening In Ukraine
11 years, 1 month ago

4 Things To Know About What's Happening In Ukraine

NPR  

4 Things To Know About What's Happening In Ukraine Hide caption An anti-government protester throws a stone during clashes with riot police Wednesday in Kiev. Previous Next Efrem Lukatsky/AP Hide caption Armed with a large slingshot, anti-government demonstrators fire objects toward Interior Ministry members and riot police in Kiev. Previous Next David Mdzinarishvili/Reuters/Landov Hide caption Ukrainian riot police take cover …

Negotiations In Ukraine Under Close Scrutiny After Bloodshed
11 years, 1 month ago

Negotiations In Ukraine Under Close Scrutiny After Bloodshed

NPR  

Negotiations In Ukraine Under Close Scrutiny After Bloodshed This post was updated at 10:15 p.m. Previous Next Liu Hongxia/Xinhua/Landov Hide caption An anti-government protester stands behind burning barricades in Kiev's Independence Square on Tuesday. Previous Next Yannis Behrakis/Reuters/Landov Hide caption Anti-government protesters throw Molotov cocktails in Kiev's Independence Square during clashes with police. Previous Next Vasily Fedosenko/Reuters/Landov Hide caption Anti-government …

Ukraine protesters end two-month occupation of Kiev's city hall
11 years, 1 month ago

Ukraine protesters end two-month occupation of Kiev's city hall

ABC  

Ukrainian opposition protesters have ended a two-month occupation of city hall in the capital Kiev, as part of an amnesty deal with the government. The building had become the "headquarters of the revolution" since December, when protesters trying to oust president Viktor Yanukovych stormed and occupied it. During a rally in Kiev's Independence Square, they called on him to abandon …

乌克兰总理辞职 议会废除反示威法
11 years, 2 months ago

乌克兰总理辞职 议会废除反示威法

China Daily  

Ukraine's political opposition celebrated the first major victory in its two-month-long standoff with the government as the country's prime minister tendered his resignation Tuesday. In a statement published on the Cabinet's official website, Azarov said that "the scope of the acute and dangerous conflict" compelled him to resign in the hope of enabling a political compromise. Opposition leader Vitali Klitschko …

乌克兰总理辞职 议会废除反示威法
11 years, 2 months ago

乌克兰总理辞职 议会废除反示威法

China Daily  

Ukraine's political opposition celebrated the first major victory in its two-month-long standoff with the government as the country's prime minister tendered his resignation Tuesday. In a statement published on the Cabinet's official website, Azarov said that "the scope of the acute and dangerous conflict" compelled him to resign in the hope of enabling a political compromise. Opposition leader Vitali Klitschko …

乌克兰总理辞职 议会废除反示威法
11 years, 2 months ago

乌克兰总理辞职 议会废除反示威法

China Daily  

Ukraine's political opposition celebrated the first major victory in its two-month-long standoff with the government as the country's prime minister tendered his resignation Tuesday. In a statement published on the Cabinet's official website, Azarov said that "the scope of the acute and dangerous conflict" compelled him to resign in the hope of enabling a political compromise. Opposition leader Vitali Klitschko …

Ukraine opposition leader Oleh Tyahnybok urges demonstrators for truce as protesters seize government building in Kiev
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine opposition leader Oleh Tyahnybok urges demonstrators for truce as protesters seize government building in Kiev

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senior opposition leader Oleh Tyahnybok called on demonstrators in …

Ukraine unrest: Kiev protests continue despite concessions from president Viktor Yanukovych
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine unrest: Kiev protests continue despite concessions from president Viktor Yanukovych

ABC  

Violence has continued in the Ukrainian capital after president Viktor Yanukovych promised to reshuffle his government and make other concessions to end the crisis gripping his country. Tense times in Ukraine November 21: Ukrainian authorities unexpectedly suspend talks on an Association Agreement with the EU in favour of closer economic relations with Russia, causing the pro-European opposition to call protests. …

Opposition rejects Ukraine leader’s concessions
11 years, 2 months ago

Opposition rejects Ukraine leader’s concessions

The Hindu  

As riots spread from Ukraine’s embattled capital to nearly half of the country, President Viktor Yanukovych promised on Saturday to reshuffle his government and make other concessions, but a top opposition leader said nothing short of his resignation would do. After nearly two months of ignoring mass demonstrations calling for his ouster, Mr. Yanukovych offered to meet some of their …

Opposition rejects Ukraine leader's concessions
11 years, 2 months ago

Opposition rejects Ukraine leader's concessions

Firstpost  

As riots spread from Ukraine’s embattled capital to nearly half of the country, President Viktor Yanukovych promised Friday to reshuffle his government and make other concessions — but a top opposition leader said nothing short of his resignation would do. Kiev, Ukraine: As riots spread from Ukraine’s embattled capital to nearly half of the country, President Viktor Yanukovych promised Friday …

Ukraine protests: what exactly is going on in Kiev?
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine protests: what exactly is going on in Kiev?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In November President Viktor Yanukovych …

Ukraine opposition meets protesters; urges ceasefire
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine opposition meets protesters; urges ceasefire

Firstpost  

Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich called for an emergency session of parliament to end the country’s political crisis and violent unrest, in a sign he might be ready to soften his hardline stance and strike a compromise. Kiev: Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich called for an emergency session of parliament to end the country’s political crisis and violent unrest, in a sign …

Ukraine unrest: Naked protester mocked by police as European leaders voice concerns of Kiev rallies
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine unrest: Naked protester mocked by police as European leaders voice concerns of Kiev rallies

ABC  

A Ukrainian government minister has apologised after a protester detained amid mass rallies in Kiev was stripped naked and forced to stand in snow while being mocked and assaulted by riot police. January 19: Around 200,000 people gather on Maidan two days after Ukraine passes laws curbing protests that lead to the protesters whistling and heckling the opposition leaders for …

Ukraine Protests Spread, But 'Fragile Truce' Holds In Kiev
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine Protests Spread, But 'Fragile Truce' Holds In Kiev

NPR  

Ukraine Protests Spread, But 'Fragile Truce' Holds In Kiev Enlarge this image toggle caption Gleb Garanich/Reuters/Landov Gleb Garanich/Reuters/Landov "Violent protests in Ukraine have spread beyond the capital, Kiev," the BBC writes, as President Viktor Yanukovych and three key opposition leaders meet. While the BBC goes on to say that a "fragile truce" is holding in Kiev, despite earlier warnings from …

Ukraine protests: 'At least two demonstrators killed' in Kiev as clashes intensify
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine protests: 'At least two demonstrators killed' in Kiev as clashes intensify

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ukraine descended further into chaos …

Ukraine protests: At least two dead as president Viktor Yanukovich meets opposition leaders
11 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine protests: At least two dead as president Viktor Yanukovich meets opposition leaders

ABC  

Two people have died in clashes between police and protesters in Ukraine's capital Kiev, the first fatalities since protests began in November against the government's rejection of a planned treaty with the European Union in favour of support from Russia. However president Viktor Yanukovich, who has so far refused to make any concessions to the protesters, raised cautious expectations of …

Vitali Klitschko caught up in clashes as tens of thousands defy Ukraine protest ban
11 years, 2 months ago

Vitali Klitschko caught up in clashes as tens of thousands defy Ukraine protest ban

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Demonstrators armed with flares and …

Ukrainians stage anti-government rally in Kiev as EU suspends trade talks
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukrainians stage anti-government rally in Kiev as EU suspends trade talks

ABC  

Tens of thousands of people have rallied in the centre of Ukraine's capital Kiev, in what marks four weeks of protests against the government's plans to forge closer ties with Russia at the expense of Europe. Minutes before the latest rally, EU enlargement chief Stefan Fuele said on Twitter that he had told Ukraine he was suspending work on a …

Ukraine protesters: ‘We want our country to have EU values, not a dictatorship’
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukraine protesters: ‘We want our country to have EU values, not a dictatorship’

The Independent  

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Protesters unrelenting even as Ukraine police stand down
11 years, 3 months ago

Protesters unrelenting even as Ukraine police stand down

The Hindu  

Police in Ukraine on Wednesday pulled back as protesters claimed victory after an overnight face-off in which authorities removed some barricades and tents and scuffled with demonstrators occupying Kiev’s main square. “No one is encroaching on the rights of citizens to peaceful protest.” Three police buses that had been parked outside the building all night drove away to the protesters’ …

Ukraine protesters clash with police, demand president’s resignation
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukraine protesters clash with police, demand president’s resignation

LA Times  

KIEV, Ukraine -- Ukrainian riot police used force in an attempt to disperse protesters in downtown Kiev on Wednesday, further stoking opposition leaders, who vowed to coax hundreds of thousands into the streets, rejected more negotiations and demanded President Viktor Yanukovich’s resignation. “This response is neither acceptable nor does it befit a democracy.” Ukraine’s police command, which pledged the day …

Goodbye, Lenin: Protesters raise the stakes at Kiev rally as they topple statue of former Communist leader
11 years, 3 months ago

Goodbye, Lenin: Protesters raise the stakes at Kiev rally as they topple statue of former Communist leader

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The vast crowds who gathered in sub-zero temperatures in …

In pictures: Ukrainian protesters set up camp
11 years, 3 months ago

In pictures: Ukrainian protesters set up camp

Al Jazeera  

Since last week, protesters in the Ukraine have occupied a central square in downtown Kiev, demanding political change after their government pulled out of a landmark trade agreement that would have moved the country closer to the European Union and away from Russia. It is the largest protest the country has seen since the Orange Revolution in 2004, with hundreds …

Ukraine pro-EU protests: ‘It’s not a rally, it’s a revolution’
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukraine pro-EU protests: ‘It’s not a rally, it’s a revolution’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hundreds of thousands of protesters …

Ukrainian protesters besiege government buildings
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukrainian protesters besiege government buildings

India TV News  

Ukrainian protesters besiege government buildings Kiev: Thousands of Ukrainian protesters on Monday besieged government buildings in Kiev and called for the ouster of the prime minister and his Cabinet, as anger at the president's decision to ditch a deal for Kiev: Thousands of Ukrainian protesters on Monday besieged government buildings in Kiev and called for the ouster of the prime …

Ukrainian protesters besiege government buildings
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukrainian protesters besiege government buildings

India TV News  

Ukrainian protesters besiege government buildings Kiev: Thousands of Ukrainian protesters on Monday besieged government buildings in Kiev and called for the ouster of the prime minister and his Cabinet, as anger at the president's decision to ditch a deal for “Yanukovych is now fighting for his political survival, and time is no longer on his side,” Ash said. This was …

Ukraine protests: Violent police crackdown to break up pro-Europe demo
11 years, 3 months ago

Ukraine protests: Violent police crackdown to break up pro-Europe demo

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Protesters in the square before …

Protests continue in tense Ukraine capital
11 years, 4 months ago

Protests continue in tense Ukraine capital

The Hindu  

Hundreds of angry Ukrainians clashed with riot police outside the government building on Monday as protests continued in Kiev over the government’s abrupt decision to pause integration with the West and tilt toward Moscow. Mr. Yanukovych’s government suddenly announced last week that it was halting its plans to sign the political association and trade deal with the 28-member EU in …

Protests continue in tense Ukraine capital
11 years, 4 months ago

Protests continue in tense Ukraine capital

India TV News  

But it is unclear how much patience the government will have with the protesters. Prime Minister Mykola Azarov hinted that authorities would not tolerate the kind of 24/7 sit-in that brought Orange Revolution leaders to power in 2004. Yakunovych's office has not commented on the protests, but his ally Azarov staunchly defended the turn toward Moscow Sunday evening. In an …

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