NATO agrees to a package of support to help Ukraine defend itself . Russia 's Federation Council cancels resolution authorizing use of troops in Ukraine . President Vladimir Putin asked for the step in light of peace talks , his spokesman says . - The U.S. and European Union agree on sanctions against Russia.
NATO agrees to a package of support to help Ukraine defend itself . Russia 's Federation Council cancels resolution authorizing use of troops in Ukraine . President Vladimir Putin asked for the step in light of peace talks , his spokesman says . John Kerry and other NATO foreign ministers are meeting in Belgium .