Hopes Russia would be one of the decade 's powerhouse economies may have faded , but its close links with the European Union have not . European leaders are discussing further economic sanctions against Russia . The Russian government has denied the allegations and said it is ready to cooperate with any investigation into its actions. Tight economic links between Russia and the EU could mean sanctions hurt both sides .
European leaders are discussing further economic sanctions against Russia . The Russian government has denied the allegations and said it is ready to cooperate with any investigation into its actions. Tight economic links between Russia and the EU could mean sanctions hurt both sides .