The United States welcomed former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko’s release from a prison hospital today, press secretary of the U.S. president said in a statement.“We wish her a speedy recovery as she seeks the appropriate medical treatment that she has long needed and sought,” the statement reads.

White House again urged an end to violence by all sides and a focus on peaceful, democratic dialogue, working pursuant to Ukraine’s constitution and through its institutions of government.  “Going forward, we will work with our allies, with Russia, and with appropriate European and international organizations to support a strong, prosperous, unified, and democratic Ukraine.  Going forward, the Ukrainian people should know that the United States deeply values our long-standing ties with Ukraine and will support them as they pursue a path of democracy and economic development,” press secretary said.