Barack Obama could discuss the extension of sanctions against Russia with EU leaders – Kommersant

                             
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A spokesman for the White House Josh Ernest did not give a direct answer to the question, will there be a discussion on the G7 summit in Germany possible strengthening of sanctions against Russia. “In my understanding, the president plans to discuss with European leaders need to extend the sanctions already imposed. It will be part of the discussions “, – he quotes the words of Mr. Ernest Tass. He noted that, according to the United States, “the Russian military violate the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine».

Earlier, senior director of the National Security Council (NSC) for European affairs, said Charles Kupchan that Mr. Obama during talks with European Union leaders will discuss the expansion of sanctions against Russia.

Earlier “Kommersant” reported that the sanctions against Russia may be extended by the European Union before the end of January 2016. According to The Wall Street Journal, there is confidence that the society is unanimous in its opinion there was no need to mitigate the pressure on Russia.

For more information about extending the sanctions read the material “b” “EU sanctions will remain until the end of the year».