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Mounting tensions in Ukraine could trigger a second Crimea

Mounting tensions in Ukraine could trigger a second Crimea
Given continuing tensions in eastern Ukraine with pro-Russian demonstrators seizing public buildings and with thousands of Russian troops deployed along the border with Ukraine, Guy Verhofstadt, ALDE Leader has issued a warning to the EU’s High Representative to act now to diffuse tension or risk a second Crimea.

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Verhofstadt launches call for action to support democratic change in Ukraine

During the press conference today in Strasbourg with Ukrainian singer and civil activist Ruslana Lyzhychko, Guy Verhofstadt ALDE Group leader launched a call for action in support of democratic changes in Ukraine.

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Ukraine: Verhofstadt launches call for action to support democratic change

During the press conference today in Strasbourg with Ukrainian singer and civil activist Ruslana Lyzhychko, Guy Verhofstadt ALDE Group leader launched a call for action in support of democratic changes in Ukraine.

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Guy Verhofstadt on Egypt: without dialogue chaos will prevail

Yesterday, October 6, was again a very bloody day in Egypt. Clashes between pro-Morsi protesters and the security forces resulted in more than 50 people killed, 300 wounded and more than 400 arrested whilst, on Tahrir square, celebrations…

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