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Russia sanctions: Mercedes-Benz and L’Oreal join firms severing ties over Ukraine invasion - see full list

Banks, businesses, oligarchs and Cabinet ministers all targeted with harsh economic penalties by Western democracies as punishment for Vladimir Putin’s actions

The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022

Looking for more people like Marina Ovsyannikova

All she needed to do to keep her comfortable life was to keep her mouth shut. What will happen to Marina as a consequence of her astonishing moral courage in speaking out against the war on Russian state TV is impossible to say.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 18, 2022

Military chief arrested and head of Russian Central Bank resigns as Putin's inner circle crumbles

Devastation caused by Western sanctions is reportedly the reason for Elvira Nabiullina's resignation

Wales Online · Mar 18, 2022

Evidence of war crimes in Ukraine, says British defence minister

James Heappey’s comments echo those of US president Joe Biden, who called Vladimir Putin a ‘war criminal’

The Guardian - UK · Mar 18, 2022

Putin's power must be destroyed, German econ minister says

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck called on Friday for Russian President Vladimir Putin's power to be reduced and ultimately destroyed.

Reuters · Mar 18, 2022

LZ Granderson: Our divided U.S. should be able to unite for Ukraine

I got an email from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., this week that caught my eye. It wasn't personal but instead one of those fundraising E-blasts that populates one's inbox if one has signed up for political newsletters. Usually I ignore these, but this one had such a catchy subject…

Los Angeles Times · Mar 18, 2022

Editorial: Today’s war, and tomorrow’s: Support for Ukraine is crucial, but a no-fly zone is still an unwise escalation

In arguing forcefully before Congress for NATO to institute a no-fly zone over Ukrainian airspace, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy did what any besieged head of state would do: He advocated for what he believes will safeguard his people. His dedication to his country’s unyielding resistance to Russian aggression is admirable.

Tribune News Service · Mar 18, 2022

Michael Hiltzik: Here's the 'hall of shame' of companies that haven't left Russia

Hundreds of Western businesses and corporations have garnered praise for withdrawing from Russia, even if that entails a hit to their sales and profits.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 18, 2022

Why has Russia invaded Ukraine? The conflict simply explained

Vladimir Putin’s military assault continues in face of near-unanimous international condemnation

The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022

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The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2022