Eleanor Beardsley appears in the following:
Amid Ukraine's Faltering Hopes For Peace, Biden Speaks In Kiev
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
During a visit to Kiev, Vice President Joe Biden warned Russia that it must help to reduce tensions in Ukraine. A recent international agreement intended to disarm militant groups seems to be failing.
Slovyansk Strengthens Resolve To Fight Kiev Government
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Many in the Eastern Ukraine town have close links with Russia. They say they weren't consulted about Ukraine moving closer to the EU, and they won't stand for the West dictating their future.
Eastern Ukraine Town Sent Reeling After Checkpoint Killings
Monday, April 21, 2014
The killing of three people at a checkpoint in the eastern Ukrainian city of Slaviansk has increased tension in the town, where a government building is being occupied by pro-Moscow militants.
Despite Easter 'Truce,' Standoff In Ukraine Appears Steadfast
Saturday, April 19, 2014
In the Ukrainian city of Donetsk, the opposing camps seem increasingly entrenched, despite a diplomatic effort to ease tensions. Pro-Russian forces refuse to leave occupied buildings ...
Dans Le Train, French Spend Their Commute Learning English
Saturday, March 29, 2014
On some French trains, the conductor's whistle signals more than just a departure. For commuters traveling on an express train from Reims to Paris — a 90-mile, 45-minute ride — it means the beginning of English class.
"Before the course, we were sleeping in the train in the morning," says ...
Paris Poised To Elect City Of Light's First Female Mayor
Friday, March 28, 2014
Two women are leading the race to be the next mayor of Paris — but the contest between them is as much about class and gender politics as local government.
Ukrainians Speculate What Russia Plans To Do Next
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
Ukrainians in Kiev are debating if the Russian military buildup on the border between the two countries is just saber rattling or the precursor to a second incursion.
A Culture Of Unchecked Abuse Thrives In Ukraine And Crimea
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Since the upheaval in Ukraine began four months ago, the number of kidnappings of journalists and activists has been on the rise, though they've always been part of the Ukrainian political landscape.
This week, the country's new government signed an agreement to move closer to the European Union. Analysts say ...
As Russia And The West Trade Shots Across The Bow, Kiev Looks On
Thursday, March 20, 2014
As the White House widens sanctions against Vladimir Putin's inner circle, Russia's retaliating with some of its own. Meanwhile, Ukrainians are looking on, concerned about further Russian incursion.
For Crimea, Split From Ukraine Would Be Complicated And Costly
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Crimea is a poor region, heavily subsidized by Kiev, and gets all its gas, water and food from Ukraine. Russia doesn't even have a land link with the Crimean peninsula and absorbing i...
Anger And Shock In Kiev Over Russia's Land Grab
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
People on the streets of the Ukrainian capital Kiev offer ideas about how the country should respond to Crimea seceding to join Russia.
Kiev Mobilizes Thousands Of Troops, Preparing For Worst
Monday, March 17, 2014
The Ukrainian parliament has voted to mobilize 40,000 reservists as Kiev tries to beef up its military following the referendum in Crimea.
Crimeans Vote To Leave Ukraine, Join Russia
Monday, March 17, 2014
Crimeans voted overwhelmingly on Sunday to leave Ukraine and join Russia. Morning Edition checks in with NPR's Gregory Warner in Simferopol and Eleanor Beardsley in Kiev for the latest.
With All Eyes On The East, A Seige Mentality Settles On Kiev
Friday, March 14, 2014
As the Crimean referendum approaches and Russia conducts military maneuvers near the border, many in Kiev say they feel under siege. They're convinced that Russian ambitions extend beyond Crimea.
France Mourns Filmmaker Alain Resnais
Monday, March 03, 2014
Prolific French film-maker Alain Resnais died over the weekend at the age of 91. Resnais' films captured international awards over seven decades. And, he was making movies up until the very end.