So, I am by no means an expert on the situation in the Ukraine, but I did find some interesting tidbits that I thought would be neat to share.
The Economist had some suggestions for what the West can do to help the Ukraine retain its independence and avoid becoming a Russian satellite state again:
"A military response to Russian aggression or the threat of fast-track
NATO membership for Ukraine are unthinkable. So the West will fall back
on lesser, diplomatic measures in an attempt to isolate Russia within
the international community. First, all seven of the other G8 members
could say they are not going to Sochi unless Mr Putin backs off.
Secondly, the US Congress could substantially widen the application of
the so-called Magnitsky Law to include Mr Putin and his Kremlin cronies.
Thirdly, trade sanctions could be applied including work to begin
freezing Russian banks out of the international financial settlement
system. Fourth, a UN Security Council resolution could be prepared
condemning Russia for aggression against an independent country that
might attract the support of China (always first to denounce
intervention in the affairs of a sovereign state) even though Russia
would, of course, veto it. Last, the West needs to show ordinary
Ukrainians that it will back the new government and that it, not Russia,
can offer a path to prosperity." The Economist 3/2/13
Also, I love Stephen Colbert's take on the situation. Although a few days old, I just like seeing Putin in a dress.
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