MH17 DISASTER AND THE AFTERMATH
KIEV RAISES STAKES
Says has evidence that a Russian fired the missile assumed to have killed all 298 aboard on Thursday. Counter intelligence chief Vitaly Naida says has ‘compelling evidence’ that the missile system used was brought over from Russia, three-man crew also comprised Russian citizens.
EVIDENCE DESTROYED?
“The terrorists, with the help of Russia, are trying to destroy evidence of international crimes,” the Ukrainian government said. Meanwhile, OSCE officials say access to wreckage hampered by armed men from rebel forces. Later, rescuers gathered dead at the crash site under rebel watch.
PUTIN, MERKEL AGREE ON INTERNATIONAL PROBE
The two leaders “agree that an international, independent commission should quickly have access to shed light on the circumstances of the crash.” Merkel urges Putin to use his influence with the rebels to ensure an urgent ceasefire. Moscow has repeatedly denied Kiev’s accusations.
‘APPROPRIATE ACCOUNTABILITY’
UNSC has called for a ‘full, thorough and independent international investigation’ and ‘appropriate accountability’ for those responsible.
MALAYSIAN PM’S KIN KILLED
Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak revealed his own family was involved – his 83-year-old step-grandmother had been aboard the flight.