Offensive in Slovyansk as Odessa clashes kill 31
Ukraine launched an offensive against pro-Russian forces in Slovyansk while clashes in Odessa left 31 dead. The fighting marked a major escalation, with two Ukrainian helicopters shot down and multiple casualties among insurgents, soldiers, and civilians. The Kremlin condemned the operation as undermining the Geneva pact.
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Hagel argues NATO must rethink Russia ties after Ukraine
Defense Secretary Hagel says NATO should reassess relations with Russia in light of Ukraine incursion. He warns the end of the Cold War did not guarantee peace and calls for better NATO preparedness amid Crimea annexation and eastern Ukraine actions. Kyiv offensive triggers new tensions and a shattered Geneva accord.
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Obama and Merkel warn of broader Russia sanctions
President Obama and Chancellor Merkel said tougher sanctions on Russia are possible if Moscow disrupts Ukraine's May 25 election. They signaled targeting energy or arms sectors but did not detail measures. They also noted ongoing differences over intelligence surveillance.
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Journalists freed after detention by pro-Russia insurgents in Ukraine
CBS News reporter Clarissa Ward and crew along with Buzzfeed correspondent Mike Giglio were detained at a checkpoint near Slovyansk and released after being bound, transported, and briefly mistreated. Sky News crews were similarly detained and freed with few details of the incident.
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