18 Feb 2014 18:34

Protestors pushed back towards Maidan

KYIV. Feb 18 (Interfax) - Law enforcement has virtually dismantled the main barricade on Hrushevsky and moved almost as far as European Square and farther to the barricades surrounding Maidan.

The Maidan self-defense forces, covering themselves with shields, are receding towards Maidan.

Law enforcement is also trying to storm the barricade on Institutskaya Street, the closest to Maidan Square. They are using stun grenades.

An activist on the Maidan stage is calling on protestors not to leave, but to hold their ground. The activist is also urging women to gather in groups near the stage.

Berkut special police officers have already rounded up the Oktyabrsky Palace which has also been occupied by protestors, an Interfax correspondent said.