The limits and necessity of Europe’s Russia sanctions

Europe needs to be aware that its problem with Russia is long-term and multi-layered. It is clear that the sanctions are not a miracle cure to fix it all, but they need to be a small part of a bigger strategy. They are instrumental in restoring its credibility and possibly fixing a few near- or medium term goals. Getting that right, however, is important, as credibility is something Europe badly needs if it wants to influence processes in the future. Hence the necessity of sanctions – despite all their limits.

• Primary Source

ESO: Key Source: EU sanctions against Russia over Ukraine crisis http://www.europeansources.info/record/eu-sanctions-against-russia-over-ukraine-crisis/

ESO: Background information: EU leaders seek renewal of Russian sanctions http://www.europeansources.info/record/eu-leaders-seek-renewal-of-russian-sanctions/

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