U.S. And NATO Seek New Ways To Help Secure Ukraine's Border
"Clearly what we see is that conditions in eastern Ukraine have to change," NATO Commander Gen. Philip Breedlove tells NPR's Renee Montagne.
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A Rise In The Civilian Death Toll As Ukraine Fighting Increases
At least eight civilians have been killed in the past 24 hours and 22 wounded in fighting between pro-Russian rebels and Ukrainian troops in the separatist stronghold of Donetsk.
Amid Fighting In Donetsk, On Edge And Seeking Safety Underground
The eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk has been under siege and subject to artillery and rocket attacks for months — residents are living in stressful conditions and the separatist militia is jumpy.
Russia's Prominent Prisoners Reflect Tension With Its Neighbors
Russia is jailing three prominent figures from Ukraine and Estonia on what critics say are highly questionable charges. The cases also reflect the friction between Russia and its neighbors.
The Russian Who Claims Credit For Fanning The Flames In Ukraine
Igor Girkin claims to have touched off the conflagration, and he says he's proud of what he did. The former member of the Russian security service has a knack for turning up in tumultuous places.
Sanctions Intensify Russia's Free Fall Into Economic Crisis
The Russian economy took a big hit in 2014. The U.S. and other countries imposed economic sanctions after Russia annexed Crimea, but it was falling oil prices that really hurt the country.
Ukraine Says Russia Is Sending Tanks, Artillery Across The Border
The alleged movement continues to put into question a ceasefire that went into effect in September. It also comes after separatists held elections and Russia recognized them.
As Crimea's Borders Change, So Do Lives
Russia's annexation of Crimea is reshaping the lives of residents throughout the peninsula. Some find comfort in Russian rule, while others equate Moscow's control with intimidation and persecution.
Ask Me Anything: NPR's David Greene Takes Questions On Crimea
Morning Edition Host David Greene recently returned from a reporting trip to Crimea and responds to questions on Reddit about how the Black Sea peninsula has changed since it was seized by Russia.
Pro-Western Parties Sweep Ukraine's Parliamentary Elections
Exit polls show parties allied with President Petro Poroshenko have won a clear majority, but the results are likely to further anger Russia.