- The U.S. and EU are likely to impose another round of sanctions on Russia, following heavy firefights in new regions along Ukraine's eastern border, and a NATO warning that stated Russia had moved "well over 1,000 troops" into the country.
- Despite the severe escalation, President Obama ruled out military intervention in the region, but outlined the necessity to consider additional economic sanctions on Russia.
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