Ukraine's New Activists Shore Up Struggling State
Unprecedented trend sees volunteers stepping in to aid under-resourced military.
4 Jul 14
Unprecedented trend sees volunteers stepping in to aid under-resourced military.
Sunni insurgents are at the gates, yet main parliamentary factions focus on tactical manoeuvring for top posts.
Unenthusiastic response to military call-up leaves paramilitaries playing important role.
Torez was largely untouched by conflict, but now it has become a paramilitary hub.
"They left everything behind and ran for their lives.”
Trading accusations about who was responsible for twin strikes in coastal towns could fuel tensions.
Ceasefire impossible to implement amid ongoing bloodshed in east.