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Ed Markey: I think, in sum, I would characterize the EU posture as complementary to our own and adding to the collective pressure…

On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
I think, in sum, I would characterize the EU posture as complementary to our own and adding to the collective pressure to reach an end to the conflict.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Markey emphasizes the EU's supportive role in U.S. sanctions against South Sudan.

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