Protests herald unstable year for Ukraine
Thousands took to Kiev’s streets on January 1 for the largest demonstration in recent weeks.
Published On 3 Jan 2014
Government opponents in Ukraine are calling for a general strike after the end of the Orthodox Christmas holiday next week.
For six weeks, the opposition has protested against President Victor Yanukovych’s failure to sign a trade agreement with the European Union.
The ongoing standoff with the government could mean an uncertain 2014 for Ukraine.
Al Jazeera’s Jennifer Glasse reports Kiev.
Source: Al Jazeera