Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) meets with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Rio de Janeiro July 13, 2014.
Berlin:
German Chancellor Angela Merkel called on Friday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine to permit a probe into the downing of a passenger plane in the rebel-held east of the country.
"What is important now is for an independent investigation to take place as soon as possible," Merkel told reporters.
"For that, a ceasefire is needed, and then it is of course crucial for those responsible to be brought to justice."
"What is important now is for an independent investigation to take place as soon as possible," Merkel told reporters.
"For that, a ceasefire is needed, and then it is of course crucial for those responsible to be brought to justice."
Track Latest News Live on NDTV.com and get news updates from India and around the world
