Russian troops 'opened fire during military post takeover'
Russian troops opened fire during a takeover of a Ukrainian military post in Crimea but no one was injured, news agency Interfax reports.
Crimea 'votes in favour' of becoming part of Russia
Crimea's parliament has unanimously voted in favour of becoming part of Russia and its Moscow-backed government set a referendum within 10 days on the decision.
It was agreed "to enter into the Russian Federation with the rights of a subject of the Russian Federation", a statement said.
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The counter-revolution of the Babushkas
Eastern Ukraine's Babuchkas, older women who have worked hard to raise families, are said to be the real power in these parts of the world.
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Ukraine and Russia in stand-off at Crimea military base
Ukranian military commander told ITV News the Russian men "have come to protect us. So why are their guns pointing towards our base?"
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Fear is shaping the political landscape in Crimea
Fear is shaping events in Crimea, the multi-ethnic peninsula that finds itself at the heart of a tussle between great powers.