Ukraine: "Battalions Request Fire"
Ceasefire impossible to implement amid ongoing bloodshed in east.
19 Jun 14
Ceasefire impossible to implement amid ongoing bloodshed in east.
Essential pumping equipment for major canal will be hard to replace amid battles.
Statement by parliamentary speaker seems aimed at muddying waters over toxic "annexation" word.
Mix of local irregulars, volunteers and some troops may not be enough to secure the win Moscow wants.
G7 call for Moscow to "de-escalate" east Ukraine situation will have little effect.