Here is today's map of the security situation in eastern Ukraine, according to the National Security and Defense Council:
Whenever the Kremlin or its proxies dream up a new name for Ukraine, it's often a sure sign that trouble is on the way. Watch RFE/RL's Brian Whitmore on today's Daily Vertical commentary:
U.S. Special Envoy Blames Russia For 'Hot War' In Ukraine
The U.S. special envoy to Ukraine has described the violence in the eastern part of the country as a "hot war." Kurt Volker said Russian aggression was to blame for the ongoing fighting, which he said should not be regarded as a "frozen conflict." Volker made the comments during a visit to the Ukrainian government-controlled town of Kramatorsk on July 23, near territory held by Russia-backed separatists. (Reuters)
