President Petro Poroshenko says most Moscow forces have retreated and eastern parts of country will get special statusKiev says Russia has now largely withdrawn its forces, following a major military offensive last month that pushed back Ukrainian troops and gave separatist rebels the upper hand.Speaking in a televised cabinet meeting, President Petro Poroshenko said: “According to the latest information I have received from our intelligence, 70% of Russian troops have been moved back across the border. This further strengthens our hope that the peace initiatives have good prospects.” … …read more
Source: The Guardian