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Sanctions Hit Russian Economy, Although Putin Says Otherwise

While Russia can claim some symbolic victories, the full impact of Western sanctions is starting to be felt in very real ways.
By Ken Sweet and Fatima Hussein, AP

U.S. Treasury Announces Sanctions Against Russia's Central Bank; Ruble Plummets

The U.S. Treasury Department announced further sanctions against Russia's central bank, which would immobilize any of its assets in the U.S. or held by Americans.
By Vladimir Isachenkov, David McHugh and Ken Sweet, AP