US Vice-President Joe Biden has said the US stands with Ukraine's new leaders against "humiliating threats" - an apparent reference to Russia.
He was speaking during a meeting in parliament in Kiev, as part of a show of support for Kiev's new pro-Western government.
He also had talks with acting President Olexander Turchynov and interim Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk.
Meanwhile, the funerals took place for three men shot on Sunday.Meanwhile, the funerals took place for three men shot on Sunday.