Russia Chides EU, U.S., Says Sanctions Endanger Security Cooperation

By RFE/RL

Last updated (GMT/UTC): 26.07.2014 13:22

The Russian Foreign Ministry says additional sanctions imposed by the European Union over Moscow's role in the Ukraine crisis put at risk cooperation over security issues.

"The additional sanction list is direct evidence that the EU countries have set a course for fully phasing out cooperation with Russia over the issues of international and regional security. This includes the fight against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, terrorism, organized crime, and other new challenges and dangers," a statement said.

"We are sure the decisions will be greeted enthusiastically by international terrorists," the ministry also said.

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Lashing Out At Washington

The Russian Foreign Ministry later on July 26 accused Washington of waging a "relentless slander campaign" against Russia over Ukraine.

The U.S. administration is "more and more guided by blatant lies" in its foreign policy, the ministry said in a statement.

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