Ukraine protests are the country 's largest in 30 years . When asked about the situation in Ukraine , Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov insisted it was a `` domestic issue '' and that it is the prerogative of the government to decide whether to sign the agreement . The country finds itself split between closer ties with the EU and leaning more with Russia . The country is heavily dependent on Russian aid , especially during its bitter winter . Russia says the situation in Ukraine is a ` ` domestic issue ''
Ukraine protests are the country 's largest in 30 years . The country finds itself split between closer ties with the EU and leaning more with Russia . The country is heavily dependent on Russian aid , especially during its bitter winter . Russia says the situation in Ukraine is a ` ` domestic issue ''