Thousands march in Kiev, urge govt. to declare war on pro-Russian rebels

Thousands of pro-government fighters in Ukraine and far-right supporters have marched through Kiev, urging the government to declare war on pro-Russian rebels in eastern Ukraine.

According to BBC, the protesters urged the government to end the Minsk ceasefire accord.

Many people wore balaclavas, burned tyres and some carried white supremacist flags.

The demonstrators have claimed that the Russian government is bringing troops and equipment into Ukraine.

However, Russia has consistently denied all allegations.