NEWSLINK: Ukraine peace plan in tatters, ‘frozen conflict’ takes shape

[“Ukraine peace plan in tatters, ‘frozen conflict’ takes shape” – Reuters 11.5.14]

Reuters covers the aftermath in Ukraine of unauthorized elections staged by pro-Russia separatists in parts of the Ukrainian east.

Kiev said on Wednesday it would halt payment of state funds in areas controlled by pro-Moscow rebels, as both sides hardened positions in what is rapidly becoming a “frozen conflict”: a long-term stalemate that the West believes is Russia’s aim.

A day after the rebels held inauguration ceremonies for their leaders, the separatists and the central government each accused each other of violating a September peace deal and signalled they would withdraw support for some of its terms.

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