The people of Ukraine have ousted an authoritarian and murderous Government. We are in a moment of historic significance that may result in a country favoured by both Russia and the EU, instead of it being torn apart by either side, it being a bridge between two of the greatest cultures this world may ever see.

Russia and the West need to come together and solve the crisis between their cultures once and forever. Being heavy handed with Ukraine is in neither neighbours interests.

The opportunity for progress is extraordinary. The British Foreign Secretary warns Russia not to get heavy handed with Ukraine. Give peace a chance, Mr Foreign Secretary. Love thy neighbour, Mr Putin.