OSCE observers detained by separatists in Slovyansk Ukraine
A 13 member OSCE monitoring team including Ukrainians Germans and others was detained in Slovyansk by pro-Russian forces. Officials say they possess suspicious materials but are unharmed and to be released after inquiry. German defense ministry says contact was lost and the fate remains unconfirmed.
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Russian jets cross Ukraine airspace amid rising tensions
U S defense officials say Russian fighter jets briefly entered Ukrainian airspace in the last 24 hours. Col Steve Warren confirmed the flights and urged Russia to de escalate. Russia has stepped up border drills with aircraft and troops amid Western sanctions over Crimea.
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Lavrov says West plots to control Ukraine amid rising tensions
Russia accuses the West of plotting to seize Ukraine as pro-Russia separatists refuse to disarm without Kiev clearing the Maidan. Russian jets fly near Ukraine, observers detained in Slovyansk, and Western sanctions loom while Ukraine warns of potential invasion and calls for adherence to Geneva accords.
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