Washington, Aug. 24 -- Congratulating Ukraine on its Independence Day, the US State Department has expressed the hope that a negotiated settlement with Russia would guarantee Ukrainian sovereignty and security, leading to long-lasting peace' between the two nations.
"The United States is committed to Ukraine's future as an independent nation. We believe in a negotiated settlement that upholds Ukrainian sovereignty and guarantees its long-term security, leading to a durable peace.
"On this Independence Day, as you pay tribute to your nation's history, the United States looks forward to continuing to build on our economic and security partnership for a peaceful, prosperous future for both our nations," reads the official press statement by ...