` This was a decision of the Ukrainian parliament , not of our parliament , '' he said , adding , `` This law will not stop the fighting . '' NEW : Separatist leader says rebels will not have to disarm in return for amnesty . Cooperation between Ukrainian , European parliaments will foster closer political , economic ties . Ukraine 's lawmakers also approve ` ` special status '' law for rebel - held areas in the east . Amnesty will not apply to those suspected of shooting down Malaysia Airlines Flight International .
NEW : Separatist leader says rebels will not have to disarm in return for amnesty . Cooperation between Ukrainian , European parliaments will foster closer political , economic ties . Ukraine 's lawmakers also approve ` ` special status '' law for rebel - held areas in the east . Amnesty will not apply to those suspected of shooting down Malaysia Airlines Flight International .