USA to Help Ukraine to Return Crimea - Obama President of the United States Barack Obama congratulated Ukraine on successful election and promised Ukrainian government to assist to return Crimea 149 664 1 322 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Snap Parliamentary Elections
US will stand united with Europe on behalf of our common values - Obama President Obama honored the 70th anniversary of Victory Day. 45 885 1 166 World
Russia should remove all troops and equipment from Ukraine, Obama said to Putin U.S. President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation, in which they discussed the issue of Russian aggression in Ukraine. 154 190 1 009 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
U.S. Congress approves resolution calling on Obama to supply weapons to Ukraine The House on Monday overwhelmingly approved a resolution urging President Barack Obama to send lethal weapons to Ukraine to protect its sovereignty in its fight against Russian-backed militants. 124 671 874 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
"What happens in Ukraine can happen anywhere," - Obama at UN General Assembly The U.S. recognizes the deep common history between Russia and Ukraine but cannot stand aside from the conflict between the two countries. 120 592 834 World
Obama imposed new sanctions against Russia U.S. President Baraсk Obama issued an Executive Order (E.O.) imposing new sanctions against Russia. Washington intends to block property of certain persons and prohibit certain transactions with respect to the Crimea region of Ukraine. 114 294 654 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Sanctions against Russia
"Was Obama too soft on Russia?" - Trump on Crimea's occupation In 2014, Russia illegally seized Crimea from Ukraine. 232 999 648 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea
Obama signed ‘Ukraine Freedom Support Act’ but there will be no immediate sanctions against Russia - Voice of America The U.S. president signed legislation on support of Ukraine and new sanctions against Russia. 90 043 566 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia
US extends sanctions against Russia for one year U.S. President Barack Obama has extended sanctions imposed against the Russian Federation over its aggression against Ukraine. 103 571 554 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia
People of Ukraine did not take to streets because of some plot imposed from abroad , they simply had no recourse, - Obama at UN General Assembly U.S. President Barack Obama in his UN speech has again debunked the myths of the Russian propaganda on the so-called Western scenario of democratic changes in Ukraine and warned Russia that continued interference in the affairs of its neighbors might diminish its stature. 106 614 553 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Obama will sign bill on Ukraine’s non-NATO ally status and new sanctions against Russia U.S. President Barack Obama is ready to sign the bill in support of Ukraine by the end of the week. 117 458 523 Ukrainian Politics
Putin's desire to protect Russian speakers in Ukraine resulted in putting the brunt of the fighting on them, - Obama Ironically, one of the rationales that Putin provided for his incursions into Ukraine was to protect Russian speakers there. Russian speakers in Ukraine are precisely the ones who are bearing the brunt of the fighting. 48 919 521 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Obama, Putin first meeting in two years does not defuse tensions between the two presidents. PHOTOS U.S. President Barack Obama and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin delivered speeches at the UN General Assembly on Monday. President Obama stressed the importance of the Ukrainian conflict solution for the world, while Putin only mentioned Ukraine in passing. The two presidents exchanged public insults, but the very discussion between them happened behind the closed doors after the official ceremonies. 125 485 513 Previously in trend: War in Syria Russian aggression against Ukraine War
Obama made 'solemn commitment' to aid Dutch investigation of Malaysian flight MH17 downing over Donbas U.S. President Barack Obama on Monday welcomed Dutch royals King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima to the White House, promising to help call to account those who shot down a Malaysia Airlines jet. 43 551 513 Previously in trend: Russian terrorists downed MH17
U.S. Congress is ready to act decisively if Obama does not provide Ukraine with weapons - Senator McCain The U.S. Congressmen are willing to put pressure on Obama administration and the Pentagon to achieve positive decision on granting weapons to Ukraine. 179 928 506 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
There can be a diplomatic resolution to the Donbas problem, - Obama U.S. president Barack Obama is confident that there can be a peaceful, diplomatic resolution to the Donbas problem. 51 389 484 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Obama extended sanctions against Russia for a year The United States of America extended a number of restrictive measures against the Russian Federation for one year due to the escalation of the conflict in Eastern Ukraine. 64 641 476 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia
Providing Weapons to Kyiv Might Make Moscow Think Twice - USA The United States should reconsider its policy of not offering lethal aid to Ukraine, which is fighting pro-Russian separatists in the east of the country. 126 688 467 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Putin Might Invade Ukraine because Terrorist Positions Weakened - Obama U.S. President Barack Obama assumes an open invasion of the Russian army in Ukraine is possible. 133 528 453 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
United States Senator Responsible for the Supply of Arms Paid a Non-Public Visit to Ukraine. PHOTO US Armed Services Senate Committee Chairman Carl Levin has flown to Ukraine by the American strategic military transport plane Boeing C-17. 140 618 443 Incidents
Obama authorizes USD 350M in security assistance to Ukraine U.S. President Barack Obama has signed into law the National Defense Authorizations Act, increasing security assistance to Ukraine up to $350,000,000. 46 584 430 Ukrainian Politics
Obama Discusses Potential New Russia Sanctions with Merkel and Cameron U.S. President Barack Obama spoke to German Chancellor Angela Merkel and British Prime Minister David Cameron on Friday about the potential need for more sanctions against Russia if it fails to take steps to de-escalate the situation in Ukraine, 59 088 410 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia
US President Trump accuses his predecessor of being weak in relations with Russia U.S. President Donald Trump says Obama allowed Russia to get stronger and stronger and take Crimea away from Ukraine. 177 135 408 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea President Trump
Obama: "Ukraine was governed by a corrupt ruler who was a stooge of Mr. Putin" U.S. President Barack Obama called former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych corrupt ruler who was a stooge of Mr. Putin 52 091 399 World
Obama accuses Russia of escalation of aggression in Ukraine - AFP U.S. President Barack Obama says that Russia is adopting 'increasingly aggressive posture' in Ukraine. 57 634 398 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Obama and Merkel: Sanctions on Russia must stay until it implements a deal to end fighting in Ukraine The U.S. and German leaders say sanctions on Russia must stay until it implements a deal to end fighting in Ukraine. 24 280 396 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia
Putin Named the Most Influential Person in the World Russian President holds second place in the rating, while the first place is not occupied by anyone. 11 127 357 World
Medvedev on Obama's UN Speech - It Is Mental Aberration Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev says that a "reset" of relations with the United States is "impossible" and that ties between the two powers had been damaged by "destructive" and "stupid" sanctions imposed on the country in response for its role in the conflict in neighboring Ukraine. 64 613 351 World
Trump meets Obama to discuss power transition. PHOTOS On Thursday, President-elect Donald Trump held a 90-minute meeting with U.S. President Barack Obama in the White House to discuss the transition of power after the Republican's stunning election victory. 114 375 331 Previously in trend: Presidential race President Trump
"US is the most powerful nation on Earth. No nation dares to attack us or our allies," - Obama American leadership in the 21st century is not a choice between ignoring the rest of the world or occupying and rebuilding whatever society is unraveling. 48 540 330 World
Obama to Cemilev: Russia is a Thief, Crimea Should be Returned to Ukraine Sooner or later, Russia will back off. There is no such a thing as "reputation of the state" left in Russia. It began to look like North Korea. 81 423 324 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea