- First of all calls for equal dialogue between Kiev and south east
- Combative nationalism is raising it’s head in Europe
- Developments in Ukraine show where irresponsible politics lead
The EU has responded by saying they will follow the situation in Ukraine very closely to see if Putin’s words are followed by deeds. They also dismiss the East Ukraine independence referendum saying it should not take place and would have no democratic legitimacy if it did.
Comments out on Reuters a little earlier.
Round and round we go.
