Ukrainian Border Towns Calm in Face of Russian Buildup
Locals report hearing heavy weapons fire but feel in no immediate danger.
Locals report hearing heavy weapons fire but feel in no immediate danger.
Guardsmen fired in the air and used stun grenades, tear gas and rubber batons against non-violent rally.
Frontier folk, wedged between the Belarus border and the nuclear exclusion zone, faced fierce live fighting, theft and intimidation.
“We are incredibly happy; we love our life, our country and this city."
Explosive devices that can be triggered “by a strong wave” continue to endanger both civilian lives and shipping.
Security services use TV confessions to spread fear and promote public self-censorship.
Eastern Neighbourhood scheme aims to empower projects in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Moldova.
Survivor of assault was forced to find refuge by hiding in a minefield.