Russia’s decision to send troops to eastern Ukraine has prompted US sanctions on the two breakaway Ukrainian regions, and Western governments are lining up further measures that would hit Russia itself. But there is a wide range of sanctions that could be imposed, and the nature will depend on the scale of Russia’s military involvement. This Update considers various scenarios and the possible impact on Russia’s economy and financial markets.
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