G7 powers warn Russia of more sanctions over Ukraine

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AFP Washington
Last Updated : Jul 31 2014 | 12:36 AM IST
The leaders of the world's major developed economies condemned Russia for destabilizing Ukraine today and warned it faces still tougher sanctions if it does not change course.
"Russia still has the opportunity to choose the path of de-escalation, which would lead to the removal of these sanctions," the G7 powers said, in a joint statement released by the White House.
"If it does not do so, however, we remain ready to further intensify the costs of its adverse actions.

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First Published: Jul 31 2014 | 12:36 AM IST

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