UK 'out in front' in putting sanctions on Russia, says Boris Johnson
Guardian, 23 Feb 2022
Boris Johnson claimed the UK is 'out in front' in terms of sanctions towards Russia as Keir Starmer pushed him for further measures during PMQs.
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Johnson said 275 people are subject to sanctions - only three of these were added to sanctions since tensions escalated at the beginning of the week - bank assets were frozen and he added 'there is more to come'. The UK is expected to provide further military support to Ukraine, including lethal aid and non-lethal aid.
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