The Biden administration will impose major sanctions on Russia in response to the death of Alexei Navalny, a critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who died in prison under mysterious circumstances. The sanctions are meant to hold Russia accountable for Navalny's death and actions in Ukraine.
Key Points
Biden administration to unveil sanctions on Friday
Previous sanctions on Russia for invading Ukraine in 2022
Calls for approval of security assistance for Ukraine
Pros
Holding Russia accountable for Alexei Navalny's death