Japan, Australia impose sanctions on Russia over actions in Ukraine
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Japan and Australia have decided to impose sanctions on Russia after Moscow ordered troops into separatist regions in Ukraine and recognised them as independent entities.
Japan is imposing sanctions on Russia over its actions in Ukraine, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday, terming Moscow's moves an unacceptable violation of Ukrainian sovereignty and international law.
Western nations on Tuesday imposed new sanctions on Russian banks and elites after Moscow ordered troops into separatist regions of eastern Ukraine. Read full story
Japan's sanctions include prohibiting the issuance of Russian bonds in Japan and freezing the assets of certain Russian individuals as well as restricting travel to Japan, Kishida said.
"Russia's actions very clearly damage Ukraine's sovereignty and go against international law. We once again criticise these moves and strongly urge Russia to return to diplomatic discussions," he said.
"The situation remains quite tense and we will continue to monitor it closely."
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Details of the sanctions will be worked out and announced over the coming days, he added.
