Clashes in Kiev, a drawback for europhile Ukrainians.

   Escalation of the riots in Kiev, Ukraine, continues, increasing the death toll to extremely high numbers. The "Euromaidan" movement, is being transformed into violent and bloody clashes, raising fears about the possibility of extended nationwide internal conflicts or even a civil war.

Clashes in Kiyv, Ukraine. (courtesy of Reuters/Vasily Fedosenko)

   The beginning of all this was the reaction (right, according to many) of the Europhile Ukrainian citizens to the decision of Yanukovich to stop any negotiation related to the desired agreement between Ukraine and the European Union. However it is important for every Ukrainian, citizen or opposition party leader, who supports a cooperation and a possible future membership of the country with the EU, to realize that their dreams are in a jeopardy, this time not because of their President, but because of crossing the lines regarding their reactions.

   The hardcore clashes that can easy turn into a civil war (especially when there are reports of rioters/civilians who obtained handguns and light weapons) can only take a country away from its goal to become part of the Union. Every day of deep instability and internal conflicts is a step backwards for the possibility of Ukraine to achieve any kind of agreement with Europe.