At this point, one could make an argument that Russia is feeling surrounded, but many observers in the West would disagree.
According to the Ukrainian government, more than 100 people have been killed since clashes intensified on Tuesday.
Ukraine has a deficit of almost 3.6 million men – with the average life expectancy for men now 62 years, a dozen years less than the corresponding figure for women.
The opposition claims more than 100 people were killed and another 500 injured so far in the flareup of violence in Kiev.
Meanwhile, Russia protested the West's actions, while the EU/U.S. said Moscow was fueling the unrest.
Ukrain's currency has fallen 10 percent since January, and doubts have emerged regarding Russia's planned bailout.
Russia called EU/U.S. efforts "blackmail" and the West warned against Russian interference in the strife-torn country.
After 48 hours of horrific bloodshed, there is a sign that the physical fighting will end between the government and the opposition.
If Ukraine had signed a deal with Europe, it might have averted the current crisis -- and made some money too.
With political violence escalating, it goes without saying that the nation's economy is vulnerable to shocks and disruptions.
Svoboda, an extreme right-wing political party, has representation in parliament and has been dubbed by its critics as a neo-Nazi organization.
What is behind the mass anti-government protests that have devolved into a street war, with dozens killed?
While leaders of some nations threatened sanctions against Ukraine, Russia blamed Western governments for inciting violence.
Officials said at least nine people were killed as the Euromaidan protests intensified on Tuesday.
Police said at least five people were killed when Euromaidan protests intensified in Ukraine.
The Sochi Olympics began in style Friday, but many wonder about the games' economic benefits.
The flight made an emergency landing at Sabiha Gokcen Airpot in Turkey after the passenger's hijack attempt, officials say.
Assistant Secretary of State Victoria Nuland apparently didn't hold back in regard to a solution in Ukraine without the EU’s help.
Institutional investors are trying to sort out whether the sell-off is merely Fed-stimulus related or a deeper problem.
After failing to sign anyone in January, Liverpool will be keen to add to their squad in the next transfer window.
The violent protests in Ukraine could have an end in sight as an ally of Viktor Yanukovych said he might give into demands for early elections.
Liverpool are facing more competition for their leading transfer target as Brendan Rodgers seeks to secure a major signing before the transfer deadline.