The U.S. imposed new sanctions on Russian officials and companies, and penalized foreign businesses aiding the Russian military. But officials are holding back on energy sanctions.
Tag: Putin, Vladimir V
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Putin Announces Ukraine Annexation, Calling West the Enemy
Declaring that Russia would annex four regions of Ukraine, which the West rejects as illegal, the Russian president accused the U.S. and its allies of “despotism’’ and “Satanism.’’
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Biden Warns Russia That the West Will Not Recognize Putin’s Actions
The president also said that Mr. Putin should not dare to take his fight into NATO territory, underscoring the unity among the alliance.
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Putin to Announce Ukraine Annexation Plans on Friday
There was no sign that any other country would recognize Russia’s move, but Mr. Putin may try to use the plans to shift attention away from his losses on the battlefield.