Feb 2007
Leader: russia's grasp on ukraine rising
24 February 2007
Published in The Associated Press
By: Mara D. Bellaby
Kyiv, Ukraine: Ukraine's main opposition leader, on the eve of a trip to the U.S., warned Saturday that the former Soviet republic is at risk of sliding back under the influence of Russia. Yulia Tymoshenko said she will reassure U.S. leaders on her visit starting Sunday that the Orange Revolution team which set Ukraine on its pro-Western path has reunited and will provide tough opposition to Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych's Russian-leaning government.
"Our union today is not due to circumstances, it is not a spontaneous decision," Tymoshenko told The Associated Press after signing an agreement Saturday to rejoin forces with President Viktor Yushchenko's party.
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By: Mara D. Bellaby
Kyiv, Ukraine: Ukraine's main opposition leader, on the eve of a trip to the U.S., warned Saturday that the former Soviet republic is at risk of sliding back under the influence of Russia. Yulia Tymoshenko said she will reassure U.S. leaders on her visit starting Sunday that the Orange Revolution team which set Ukraine on its pro-Western path has reunited and will provide tough opposition to Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych's Russian-leaning government.
"Our union today is not due to circumstances, it is not a spontaneous decision," Tymoshenko told The Associated Press after signing an agreement Saturday to rejoin forces with President Viktor Yushchenko's party.
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Orange revolution leader yulia tymoshenko schedules landmark visit to u.s.
22 February 2007
Former Ukrainian Prime Minister and Orange Revolution
leader Yulia Tymoshenko announced today that she will
visit the United States. Ms. Tymoshenko will travel
to New York City and Washington, DC between February
26th - March 2nd.
"As an unwavering supporter of freedom and democracy in Ukraine, I look forward to returning to the birthplace of these historic principles," said Ms. Tymoshenko.
During her stay in the U.S., Ms. Tymoshenko will meet with government officials, lawmakers, business leaders, policy experts and scholars to discuss the important issues facing Ukraine. She will address efforts to advance the country's path to democratic reform and be honored by policy organizations that support her passion and commitment to Ukraine. She will also speak at some of the most prominent American universities and think-tanks on topics of Ukrainian / American interest.
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"As an unwavering supporter of freedom and democracy in Ukraine, I look forward to returning to the birthplace of these historic principles," said Ms. Tymoshenko.
During her stay in the U.S., Ms. Tymoshenko will meet with government officials, lawmakers, business leaders, policy experts and scholars to discuss the important issues facing Ukraine. She will address efforts to advance the country's path to democratic reform and be honored by policy organizations that support her passion and commitment to Ukraine. She will also speak at some of the most prominent American universities and think-tanks on topics of Ukrainian / American interest.
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Orange blues
06 February 2007
Published in The Washington Times
By: James Morrison
Ukraine's democratic Orange Revolution is faltering because of weak leadership at home and increasing pressure from neighboring Russia, two senior Ukrainian opposition figures told our correspondent David R. Sands during a Washington visit.
"We are very concerned that the United States and the European Union truly understand what is happening in Ukraine right now," said Oleksandr Turchynov, parliamentary coordinator for the party of former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko. "We are on a very dangerous path."
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By: James Morrison
Ukraine's democratic Orange Revolution is faltering because of weak leadership at home and increasing pressure from neighboring Russia, two senior Ukrainian opposition figures told our correspondent David R. Sands during a Washington visit.
"We are very concerned that the United States and the European Union truly understand what is happening in Ukraine right now," said Oleksandr Turchynov, parliamentary coordinator for the party of former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko. "We are on a very dangerous path."
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