07/15/2015
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"We must act upon this request. We must also extend and expand economic sanctions which will impose a heightened cost for Russia's aggressive actions."
"the assumption that post-Communist Russia has become a responsible member of the international community... has proven to be unfounded."
"I think we could help if we confirmed that position for you to give you the full complement at the State Department."
"I look forward to how we can work together to strengthen Ukraine's ability to become a strong, independent state."