Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a Russian government meeting in the Novo-Ogaryovo residence outside Moscow March 5, 2014.
Putin Recognizes Crimea as Sovereign State -- Voice of America
President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Monday recognizing Crimea as a sovereign state after the Ukrainian region's pro-Russian leaders declared it independent and applied to join Russia following a controversial referendum on Sunday.
The decree posted on the Kremlin's website appeared to be a first step toward integrating Crimea into the Russian Federation.
The decree, which took effect immediately, says Moscow's recognition of Crimea as an independent state is based on “the will of the people of Crimea.”
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MIDDLE EAST
Former US Ambassador to Syria: America alone cannot solve the Syrian crisis.
Saudi aid boost to Syrian rebels puts Jordan at risk.
Rockets in Bekaa as Lebanon struggles to contain Syria spillover.
Lebanon on edge as ousted Syria rebels cross border.
Lebanon car bomb kills Hezbollah leader.
Iran seeks banned nuclear items, uses China trader for missile parts: U.S..
Iran says it foiled sabotage attempt on Arak reactor.
Obama to meet Abbas as peace talks deadline nears.
ASIA
Search for missing Malaysia plane expands. Boeing 777 hijackers plunged to 5,000ft and used low altitude 'terrain masking' manoeuvre practised by fighter jets to avoid radar detection.
Malaysian airplane investigators look at suicide as possible motive.
China urges restraint in Ukraine, ducks comment on Crimea vote.
Japan, North Korea to resume high-level talks after long gap-media.
China warns Philippine against 'occupation' of disputed shoal.
One more to go: Major milestone for British troops in Afghanistan as they withdraw from all but one base outside Camp Bastion.
China backs North Korea on human rights. China rejects North Korean crimes report, hits chance of prosecution.
North Korea urged to 'stop provocative activities' after it test-fires 25 short range rockets into the sea.
Parents of Japanese woman abducted by North Korea meet their granddaughter for first time.
Sri Lankans held on terror law.
AFRICA
Nigeria's National Conference starts in Abuja.
Losses mount as South Africa faces biggest post-apartheid mine strike.
Sierra Leone President vows anti-graft crusade will ‘spare no one’.
Navy Seals board rogue Libya oil tanker Morning Glory. US Navy SEALs board rogue Libya oil tanker.
Deadly bomb blast hits Libya army camp. Car bombs kill at least eight at Libya army academy in Benghazi.
Egypt vows 'decisive' steps after deadly raid.
Algeria accused of protest crackdown.
Tunisia police kill three militants in raid near Algeria border.
Scores killed in raids on central Nigeria villages.
Uganda to withdraw troops from S. Sudan: Military chief.
EUROPE
Russia's Vladimir Putin recognises Crimea as nation.
U.S., EU set sanctions as Putin recognizes Crimea "sovereignty". White House does not rule out future sanctions on Russia's Putin.
Ukraine's Defense Minister says 'detente' with Russia holding.
Ukraine will never accept Crimea annexation-acting president.
Russian upper house speaker calls U.S. sanctions 'political blackmail'.
Factbox: The 11 Russians and Ukrainians facing U.S. sanctions.
U.S., E.U. announce sanctions following vote in Crimea.
Russia to embrace Crimea ‘swiftly’; poll shows Putin’s popularity soaring.
After secession vote, Crimea moves in on energy companies, banking, land.
East-West standoff complicates any IMF deal for Ukraine.
Russian government admits economy in crisis as Ukraine weighs.
Ruling Progressive Party 'wins majority in Serbia poll'.
Venice votes on cutting ties with Italy.
Scottish independence vote threatens to derail 2015 general election.
AMERICAS
Magnitude 4.4 earthquake felt near Los Angeles.
Cubans fret as government prepares currency unification.
El Salvador court ratifies ruling-party Presidential candidate's win.
Venezuelan forces clear Caracas protest hotspot. Soldier shot in head is latest Venezuela unrest death.
Colombia closes in on a peace deal that could end world's longest civil war.
In Colombia war zone, peace talks raise new fears.
Mexico drug cartel makes more dealing iron ore.
US east hopes for last gasp of winter as freezing weather returns.
St. Patrick's Day parades go on but U.S. mayors take a pass.
Toronto mayor Rob Ford in fresh video controversy.
Alberta government shaken by defections as popularity fades.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
World leaders seek action to counter nuclear terrorism risk-draft.
Bin Laden son-in-law 'had no military role'.
Al Qaeda magazine calls for car bombs in U.S.: ‘Target people’.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
GM recall of 1.5m vehicles over airbags is latest in series set to cost $300m.
Asian markets 'brush off' worries about Crimea. Markets react calmly to Crimea vote.
UK’s 5 wealthiest families worth more than poorest 20 percent.
'A controlled explosion' is happening in China, says FT’s Pilling.
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