EU officials have confirmed that Russia sanctions will be extended for another six months. Handelsblatt:
E.U. countries from eastern Europe, traditionally critical of Russia, wanted to extend the sanctions by a full year while southern European countries argued for an extension of just three or four months. Six months was the compromise, sources in Brussels said.Publicly, Russia is taking sanctions in stride. In remarks yesterday, Vladimir Putin remained unbowed and warned that Russia must prepare itself for longer sanctions and sustained low commodity prices. Meanwhile, John Kerry was at NATO headquarters yesterday, where he had a clear message for Russia. Reuters …read more
Source: The American Interest
