Proper noun
Ukraine or the Ukraine
A country in Eastern Europe, bordering on the north coast of the Black Sea. Capital and largest city: Kyiv.
We must improve our lives and we will do it together - all of our citizens and myself as president of Ukraine. Viktor Yanukovych
There is only one conflict in Ukraine today and it is between the regime and the people. Viktor Yushchenko
Ukraine must once again be revered and respected by its citizens as well as the East and the West. Viktor Yushchenko
The key point to bear in mind is that Russia cannot be in Europe without Ukraine also being in Europe, whereas Ukraine can be in Europe without Russia being in Europe. Zbigniew Brzezinski
Ukraine has been a strong partner to the United States on international initiatives and a committed ally in fighting the War on Terrorism. Vito Fossella
You don't understand, George, that Ukraine is not even a state. What is Ukraine? Part of its territories is Eastern Europe, but the greater part is a gift from us. Vladimir Putin