Statement by the President on Ukraine February 28, 2014 - 5:05 P.M. EST ttp://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2014/02/28/statement-president-ukraine > It would represent a profound interference in matters that must be determined by the Ukrainian people. > It would be a clear violation of Russia’s commitment to respect the independence and sovereignty and borders of Ukraine, > and of international laws. > > Right now, the situation remains very fluid. Vice President Biden just spoke with Prime Minister -- > the Prime Minister of Ukraine to assure him that in this difficult moment > the United States supports his government’s efforts and stands for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and democratic future of Ukraine.