US sanctions individuals, entities involved in Ukraine crisis

March 06, 2014 20:17

US President Barack Obama today imposed sanctions and placed restrictions on individuals supporting the Russian incursion and activities undermining democratic processes in crisis-hit Ukraine.

In a communication to the Congress, Obama said the move does not target Ukraine, but rather is aimed at those who undermine democratic processes and institutions in Ukraine;threaten its peace, security, stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity; and contribute to the misappropriation of its assets.

The White House said the US is pursuing and reviewing a wide range of options in response to Russia's ongoing violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity '"actions that constitute a threat to peace and security and a breach of international law.

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