World leaders refine punitive measures against Russia | national politics

By FOSTER KLUG – Associated Press TOKYO (AP) — $20 million in UN humanitarian funds and a proposed infusion of 1.5 billion euros ($1.68 billion) in EU economic aid to Ukraine. A series of new, tougher sanctions against Russia from Japan, Europe, Australia, Taiwan and others. And a cascade of condemnation from the highest authority. … Read more