LI President heads to Ukraine as political stand-off boils over - Main contents

Van Baalen supports an association treaty between the EU and Ukraine. Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych suspended the signing of the treaty under heavy pressure by Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

Liberal International, and President Van Baalen in particular, have spoken out in support of the Ukrainian people since demonstrations began in November 2013. The announcement of the mission coincides with a recent escalation of violence in Ukraine.