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East Ukraine, the epicenter of present crisis between Russia and Ukraine, the USA Allies i.e. Canada, UK, Europe and Japan. Sanctions on 5 Russians banks, 3 of Putin's cronies and oligarchs by UK Govt yesterday added more tension followed by the USA. Note that Crimea was annexed by Russia in 2014 and became Republic of Crimea which then added to federal subjects of Russia in favor of most Crimeans in that region who are pro Russia. The people of Luhansk and Donetsk are at risk. The world equity markets have fallen but the prices of oil remain high due to the impending war. It will be intriguing to watch how this will play out in the coming weeks or months.

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