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BREAKING: EU Imposes Sanctions on Russian Banks, Individuals

The European Union (EU) has imposed sanctions on several Russian banks and individuals in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The sanctions, which were announced on Thursday, are intended to target those who have been involved in the Russian government's efforts to destabilize Ukraine.

The sanctions include a freeze on the assets of the sanctioned banks and individuals, as well as a ban on doing business with them. The EU has also banned the export of certain goods and services to Russia, and has restricted the import of Russian goods into the EU.

The sanctions are the latest in a series of measures that the EU has taken in response to the conflict in Ukraine. The EU has previously imposed sanctions on Russia's energy sector, and has provided financial and military support to Ukraine.

The Russian government has condemned the sanctions, calling them "unjustified" and "illegal." The Russian government has also threatened to retaliate against the EU, but it is unclear what form this retaliation will take.

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