Russian President Vladimir Putin formally recognized the independence of two Moscow-backed breakaway regions in Ukraine. In reaction the European Union said they will sanction Russia. “This step that Russia has taken is a blatant violation of international law,” they said. » Subscribe to NBC News: » Watch more NBC video:
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