Putin Says Geneva Agreement No Longer Viable After Ukrainian Military Action -- The Guardian
Kiev launches offensive against Slavyansk in a bid to retake eastern city from pro-Russia militia
A spokesman for Vladimir Putin said the Geneva agreement to defuse the situation in eastern Ukraine was no longer viable after Kiev launched a military operation against the rebel-held city of Slavyansk on Friday.
The Ukrainian military launched its first serious offensive to retake the city, which is being held by pro-Russia militia, early on Friday morning. The rebel militia said Ukrainian troops had launched attacks on several checkpoints. Ukraine's defence minister, Arsen Avakov, said his forces had taken control of nine checkpoints to form a "tight ring" around the city.
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More News On Moscow Reactions To Today's Ukraine Military Operations In Slavyansk
Russia says peace deal dead after Ukraine raids eastern town -- Straits Times
Kremlin says Kiev destroys hope for Geneva accord: report -- Reuters
Russia warns of 'catastrophic consequences' after Ukraine's deadly assault -- The Telegraph
Russia warns of ‘catastrophic consequences' after Ukraine’s assault -- Independent.ie
Putin Warns Deadly Ukraine Offensive Ends 'Final Hope' of Peace -- NBC
Kremlin says Kiev will be held responsible for 'punitive operation' -- Reuters
Update #1: Russia calls U.N. Security Council meeting over Ukraine -- USA Today
Update #2: Ukraine responds to Russian accusations .... Ukraine denies Russian blame over Geneva deal, accuses Moscow -- Reuters
My Comment: Any hope for a peaceful negotiated settlement to this crisis is now dead.