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April 29, 2014

EU, U.S. Announce New Sanctions on Russia 
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The Obama administration has unveiled new sanctions on Russia over its
response to the crisis in Ukraine. The measures target 17 banks and
other firms controlled by four billionaires with close ties to President
Vladimir Putin, as well as seven prominent figures, two of whom are
Putin advisers. The European Union followed suit with sanctions on 15
new individuals.

 

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