Russia-Ukraine crisis: What you need to know
ANKARA - The Russia-Ukraine crisis, which began about eight years ago, has taken on new dimensions following Moscow's controversial recognition of the independence of separatist regions in the country's east. In a speech late Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the recognition of the separatist regions of Luhansk and Donetsk, while also questioning Ukraine's sovereignty and accusing the West of ignoring Moscow's core security concerns. He later ordered the deployment of Russian troops to "maintain peace" in the breakaway regions. Putin's moves have ...
Source: philippinetimes.com
