Russia's Foreign Ministry on July 17 said it was disappointed that the European Union "succumbed to the blackmail of the U.S. administration and, contradicting its own interests, followed the path of sanctions" against Moscow.
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Reuters: Russia says EU blackmailed by Washington into tougher sanctions
German Chancellor Angela Merkel (C) waits on July 16, 2014 after a family photo during a special meeting of the European Council.
