U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry has arrived in Ukraine for a five-hour show of support for the fledgling government in the country. Kerry's arrival came as the U.S has formally announced a $1billion energy aid package for Ukraine - a serious indication that it is about to announce economic sanctions against Russia. The new Ukrainian government ousted President Viktor Yanukovych last week, but almost immediately faced a military takeover of the strategic region of Crimea by Russian forces. Scroll down for video Tribute: U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry sets a candle at the Shrine of the Fallen. The site pays homage to Ukrainian anti-government protesters who died during clashes with riot policeman in Kiev last month
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U.S. Secretary of State arrives for five-hour show of support for Ukraine
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On his arrival, White House announces $1billion in aid for new government
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Package seen as indicator that US is about to announce Russia sanctions
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Earlier Putin refused to rule out sending troops further into Ukraine
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Said if 'anarchy' breaks out in the east of country, Russia would respond
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