VOICED : Nuevas sanciones de la UE para Rusia

The European Union is urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to change his approach towards Ukraine. EU leaders met in Belgium to discuss the ongoing crisis between Kiev and Moscow. Federica Mogherini, the EU's foreign policy chief, stated that accusations against Russia will persist until it stops supporting eastern Ukrainian rebels, a claim Russia denies. She emphasized the need for Russia to adopt a cooperative global stance. New EU sanctions target Crimea, annexed by Russia, banning investments and cruise ship docking. Moscow insists Crimea is an integral part of Russia.

What was the main topic of discussion among EU leaders in Belgium?

• Climate change policies

• Trade agreements with Asia

• The economic crisis in Europe

• The crisis between Kiev and Moscow

What condition did Federica Mogherini set for stopping accusations against Russia?

• Russia must reduce its military presence in Europe

• Russia must join the EU

• Russia must stop supporting rebels in Eastern Ukraine

• Russia must withdraw from Crimea

What change does Mogherini believe is necessary for Russia?

• To expand its territory

• To reduce its economic influence

• To adopt a cooperative attitude towards the world

• To increase its military power

What do the new sanctions against Crimea prohibit?

• All military activities

• All investments and cruise ship docking

• All forms of tourism

• All forms of communication

How does Moscow view Crimea in relation to Russia?

• As a separate entity

• As an integral part of Russia

• As a temporary territory

• As a disputed region