Russia was hit with sanctions from multiple countries after recognizing the independence of the Donbas region and was warned of harsher measures if it invades Ukraine, something NATO leaders say is almost a certainty.
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Ukraine Invasion
Russian forces have invaded Ukraine from land, air and sea with strikes causing widespread damage. Global leaders have condemned the move and imposed sanctions.
Russian Sanctions
The Russian economy has been impacted by a raft of global sanctions as world leaders try to pressure Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine.