German boost for Cameron EU strategy
Craig TaylorGermany says any future changes to the EU must be fair to all members, boosting David Cameron’s renegotiation hopes. BBC News – Europe
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US and EU mull new Russia sanctions
After talks in Brussels, EU and US leaders say they are considering “deeper sanctions” against Russia if its troops move further into Ukraine. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine far-right leader killed
A Ukrainian ultra-nationalist leader is shot dead in western Ukraine, in what officials describe as a special forces operation. BBC News – Europe
Russian troops ‘overrun Crimea base’
Russian troops seize control of a Crimean naval base at Feodosia, the third such attack in 48 hours, Ukrainian officials tell the BBC. BBC News – Europe
Ukraine’s Crimea bases stormed
Russian troops storm a Ukrainian airbase in Crimea throwing stun grenades and firing guns in the air, as Moscow tightens its grip on the region. BBC News – Europe
EU seals closer ties with Ukraine
EU leaders seal an accord on closer ties with Ukraine, as President Putin completes the treaty on Crimea’s entry into the Russian Federation. BBC News – Europe