The White House: Readout of telephone call between President Obama and President Putin of Russia, " President Obama spoke for an hour this afternoon with President Putin of Russia. President Obama emphasized that Russia’s actions are in violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, which has led us to take several steps in response, in coordination with our European partners. President Obama indicated that there is a way to resolve the situation diplomatically, which addresses the interests of Russia, the people of Ukraine, and the international community. As a part of that resolution, the governments of Ukraine and Russia would hold direct talks, facilitated by the international community; international monitors could ensure that the rights of all Ukrainians are protected, including ethnic Russians; Russian forces would return to their bases; and the international community would work together to support the Ukrainian people as they prepare for elections in May. President Obama indicated that Secretary Kerry would continue discussions with Foreign Minister Lavrov, the government of Ukraine, and other international partners in the days to come to advance those objectives. ".
Lets Get Real:
The above is WHAT the US and the West needs to happen in the Crimea, there is nothing on how Putin responded in the call, the Russians are refusing even to talk to the new Kiev Government, there forces are surrounding forces of the Ukraine in the Crimea, the Russians on top of that are refusing to allow UN or other monitors in to the Crimea, the UN Representative was forced out of Crimea by gun point and needed the cover of TV news to make sure he did get harmed by Russian thugs or forces, take your pick. If the Crimea goes and becomes part of Russia by popular vote its going to be difficult for the West, it would be illegal under the law of the Ukraine, the question is how do you put Putin back in to his KGB box.
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