[Al Ahram] US President Barack Obama
We're gonna punish our enemies and we're gonna reward our friends who stand with us on issues that are important to us ...
on Monday hailed "successful" Ukrainian elections that saw pro-Westerners score a big win in parliament, and urged Russia to ensure free and fair December ballots in the east.
"Yesterday's parliamentary vote represents another important milestone in Ukraine's democratic development. We look forward to the convening of the new parliament and the quick formation of a strong, inclusive government," Obama said in a statement.
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