Obama Warns of Possible "Consequences" to Violence in Ukraine
Doesn't want the military resolving a civilian issue
TOLUCA, Mexico (AP) — President Barack Obama says "there will be consequences" for violence in Ukraine if people step over the line.
He says that includes making sure that the military doesn't step into a situation that civilians should resolve.
Obama says the U.S. condemns the violence in the strongest terms. He says the U.S. holds Ukraine's government primarily responsible to ensure it's dealing with peaceful protesters appropriately.
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Yes, we should definitely get involved. We should also make sure we support whoever Russia hates the most.
Implementing sanctions will only hurt the people. The politicians will be well fed, and protected by a well armed standing army. I hope the Ukrainians overthrow their government and set themselves free.