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Obama signs bill to assist Ukraine as he admonishes Russia

The Ukraine Freedom Support Act of 2014 allows the U.S. to help Ukraine restore its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

19.12.2014 - Update : 19.12.2014
Obama signs bill to assist Ukraine as he admonishes Russia

By M. Bilal Kenasari

WASHINGTON

President Barack Obama signed a bill Thursday to help Ukraine and demanded Russia to end “its occupation and attempted annexation of Crimea.”

 The Ukraine Freedom Support Act of 2014 allows the U.S. to assist the government of Ukraine in restoring its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

"We again call on Russia to end its occupation and attempted annexation of Crimea, cease support to separatists in eastern Ukraine, and implement the obligations it signed up to under the Minsk agreements," Obama said in a statement released by the White House.

"Our goal is to promote a diplomatic solution that provides a lasting resolution to the conflict and helps to promote growth and stability in Ukraine and regionally, including in Russia."  

The statement also hinted at an olive branch to Russia. "We remain prepared to roll back sanctions should Russia take the necessary steps." Obama said.

The U.S. and its European allies have imposed a series of sanctions on Russia’s economy and key figures in response to the country’s actions in Ukraine, including the annexation of Crimea in March.

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