Yushchenko rules out NATO bases in Ukraine
Published time: 13 Feb, 2008 19:23 Edited time: 13 Feb, 2008 22:23
Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko says his country is prepared to strengthen its constitution to make sure there will never be any NATO bases on its soil.
During a meeting with the Ukrainian community in Moscow, Yuschenko said the country is to hold a referendum on NATO membership.
On Tuesday, Vladimir Putin warned Yushchenko that Russia may target its missiles at Ukraine if it joins NATO and agrees to host a U.S. missile shield.
However, the two leaders did manage to settle the latest gas dispute and prevent the cutting of supplies.
