U.S. Levels New Sanctions on Crimea, Putin Supporters
Posted on AllSides December 20th, 2014
From The Center
The U.S. on Friday expanded its Russia sanctions to include a motorcycle group favored by Russian President Vladimir Putin as well as individuals and entities linked to the pro-Russian separatist movement in Ukraine.
The Treasury Department added 24 individuals and entities to a list that bars travel and bans financial contacts with U.S.-connected people and businesses. The new sanctions show the U.S. is ready to put further pressure on Russia, even after a collapse in the value of the ruble earlier this week.
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