Russian defense minister says his troops have no intention of entering Ukraine . Boehner 's spokesman , Michael Steel , said the lawmaker was `` proud to be included on a list of those willing to stand against Putin 's aggression . '' U.S. troops target 20 Russian citizens , Bank ##er , Treasury Department says . Russia announces sanctions against nine Russian officials and lawmakers . Russia 's lower house approves treaty to annex Crimea .
Russian defense minister says his troops have no intention of entering Ukraine . U.S. troops target 20 Russian citizens , Bank ##er , Treasury Department says . Russia announces sanctions against nine Russian officials and lawmakers . Russia 's lower house approves treaty to annex Crimea .