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Kyiv
Kyiv is the capital of Ukraine.
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Setting up camp
Ukrainian demonstrators are preparing for a lengthy stay on the Maidan, Kyiv's main square.
Westerwelle visits Kyiv
Germany's top diplomat has visited pro-EU demonstrators in Ukraine's capital, telling them the "gates of the EU are still open" despite President Viktor Yanukovych's refusal to sign a pact to formalize ties.
'Ukraine is European'
Germany's foreign minister meets with Kyiv's protesters.
Power struggle in Ukraine
As demonstrations continue against the government in Kyiv, the EU hopes to mediate.
More protests
The Ukrainian government told protesters in Kyiv to stop occupying government buildings.
Ukrainian unrest
Tymoshenko daughter: Be wary of growing 'dictatorship'
No-confidence motion fails
Ukrainian lawmakers have voted down a no-confidence motion against the government. The opposition was seeking to force it out of office over the president’s failure to sign a key agreement with the European Union.
No-confidence vote awaited
Thousands of protesters are on the streets of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv ahead of a parliamentary no-confidence vote. But the opposition, which called the vote, doesn’t control enough seats to bring down the government.
Waiting game
Observers say Ukraine's president is looking to buy himself time as protests erupt at home.
Protesters make gains in Kyiv
Tens of thousands of demonstrators have dug in their heels in the capital, occupying Kyiv city hall and blockading the main government building. Ukraine’s prime minister has compared recent protests to a "coup."
Mass demonstrations in Kyiv
Tens of thousands gathered in the Ukrainian capital to protest against the government.
Ukraine gov't building blockade
Several hundred protesters have blocked entrances to the main headquarters of the Ukrainian government. They have also gathered outside of other key buildings and thousands have returned to Kyiv's main square.
Between dream and nightmare
It's not only about Europe any more, but about Ukrainian democracy itself, says DW's Bernd Johann.
Violence in Ukraine
The EU is demanding an explanation from the Ukraine after violent police action against demonstrator
Clashes rage in Kyiv
Police in Ukraine have used tear gas to force back protesters during violent demonstrations in the capital Kyiv. At least 100,000 turned out in a show of anger at the president's refusal to sign an agreement with the EU.
Ukraine protests continue
Opposition leaders in Ukraine have called for a nationwide strike after police carried out a raid on protesters in Kiev.
'Yanokovych's fault'
A German Ukraine expert tells DW about the implications of the failed negotiations.
Crackdown sparks election call
Ukraine's opposition has called for early elections amid mass anti-government protests that have been met with police force. Demonstrators have voiced anger over Kyiv’s move away from EU integration towards Russia.
Police disperse Ukraine protestors
Ukrainian olice used force to disperse pro-EU demonstrators in downtown Kiev. This after President Yanukovich failed to sign a trade deal with the EU at a summit in Vilnius.
Ukraine's 'stolen EU dream'
Police in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, have used force to break up a large anti-government demonstration in the city center. The protesters voiced anger over the country’s move away from EU integration towards Russia.
Massive Protests in Kyiv
Protests continue in Kiev
Hundreds of protesters have clashed with security forces over Ukraine's decision to halt EU association talks.
Fresh pro-EU protests in Ukraine
In a second day of major protests in Ukraine, police have used tear gas on protesters. The demonstrations, the biggest since the Orange Revolution, were sparked by a government decision to scrap a key pact with the EU.
Ukraine protesters want EU pact
Tens of thousands of Ukrainians took to the streets of the capital, Kyiv, on Sunday to protest the government's decision last week to scrap an EU trade treaty. Protesters fear a political shift back towards Russia.
Opinion: Ukraine snubs Europe
Kyiv has succumbed to Russian pressure and given the EU the cold shoulder, says DW's Bernd Johann.
Association put on ice
The Ukrainian government snubs the EU's conditions for a key association deal - at least not now.
Ukraine looks west for energy
Ukraine has signed a $10bn shale gas joint production agreement with US oil giant Chevron. The two sides say the Oleska oil fields could supply Ukraine's entire energy needs - ending its energy dependence on Russia.
Clock ticking
While in Kyiv, the German foreign minister reiterated an offer to treat Tymoshenko in Berlin.
Femen founders flee Ukraine
Three founders of the feminist protest group Femen have fled Ukraine, saying they feared for their safety. Earlier this week, Ukrainian police said they found weapons at Femen's Kyiv offices.
Westerwelle urges Tymoshenko release
German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle, who is visiting Kyiv, says he will urge Ukraine to release jailed former premier Yulia Tymoshenko for medical treatment. Westerwelle also denounced "selective justice."
A European love story
A statue in Kyiv celebrates a European love story which transcends borders, politics and language.
Arrests at gay rights marches
Ukrainians have held a first right gay rights rally despite disruptions from anti-gay activists. In Russia meanwhile, police arrested dozens of gay rights campaigners at an unsanctioned march.
Rallies for jailed Tymoshenko
Thousands of people have attended large rallies in Kyiv in opposition to Ukrainian president Viktor Yanukovych, calling for the release of jailed former PM Yulia Tymoshenko. Some clashed with Yanukovych supporters.
Ukraine's future
Recently released from prison, Ukrainian opposition politician Lutsenko talks to DW.
Lutsenko pardoned in Ukraine
Former Ukrainian Interior Minister Yuri Lutsenko, who is serving a four-year sentence on corruption charges, has been pardoned by President Yanukovych. The West considers Lutsenko's conviction politically motivated.
EU-Ukraine summit
Yanukovych wants special ties with the EU, but keeps ignoring demands for more democracy.
Life for a killing
A former Ukrainian police general has been found guilty of the murder of a critical journalist.
Between Moscow and EU
Kyiv is at a crossroads between having closer ties to the EU and joining a Russian-led customs
New, old government
The incumbent Ukrainian prime minister, Mykola Azarov, has won a new term.
Ukraine government resigns
Ukraine's president has accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Mykola Azarov and his government. The largely procedural move follows five weeks after parliamentary elections, but could herald a change in leadership.
Vote-rigging protest in Ukraine
Opposition supporters have rallied to protest against alleged fraud in Ukraine’s parliamentary election. The EU has also raised concerns about the fact that final results have not been published days after the vote.
Concerns ahead of Ukraine polls
As Ukrainians go to the polls to elect a new parliament on Sunday, European politicians will be watching with particular interest. Observers expect the government to retain its majority.
Global Living Room: Kiev, Ukraine
Oxana Levtchuk shows us the living room in the apartment she shares with her husband and 7-year-old daughter Tina in Kiev.
The world press in Kyiv
The list of speakers at the World Newspaper Congress and World Editor's Forum in Kyiv is impressive.
Press freedom
Hosting the World Newspaper Congress has put Ukraine's press situation in the spotlight.
No CL for Mönchengladbach
Despite a second-half push by Borussia Mönchengladbach to overcome Kyiv in their Champions League play-off, Lucien Favre's side fell a goal short and will now try their luck in the group stage of the Europa League.
Tymoshenko's Kyiv appeal fails
The top court in Ukraine has rejected an appeal filed by former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko. The judge upheld her conviction and seven-year jail sentence on charges of abuse of power.
Strasbourg vets case
Strasbourg is being asked to consider the case of the jailed Ukrainian opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko. The ex-premier, who claims charges are politically motivated, also awaits an imminent Kyiv appeal decision.
Kyiv turn tables on Gladbach
Last season's Cinderella team in the Bundesliga hoped to take a big step towards booking their tickets to Europe's premier club competition on Tuesday night, but a 3-1 defeat left them with a big mountain to climb.
Iniesta is player of Euro 2012
Midfield string-puller Andres Iniesta has been named the best player of the Euro 2012 tournament. Nine more of his Spanish colleagues made UEFA's 23-man top squad. Some Germans were notable in their absence.
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