Up to speed: Uncertainty reigns in a divided Ukraine

Published February 24, 2014 3:44pm ET



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CNN – The turmoil in Ukraine has swept aside its president, brought about the release a prominent opposition leader and raised fears the country could break apart.

After the bloodshed in the streets of Kiev last week — the deadliest violence Ukraine has suffered since its independence 22 years ago — the political twists and turns came thick and fast over the weekend.

As a new week begins, uncertainty has taken a hold in the divided nation as Ukraine tries to reshape its political landscape.

An arrest warrant has been issued for ousted President Viktor Yanukovych over the killings of civilians, a government official said Monday. But officials don’t know where he is.

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