Russia Said to Risk More Sanctions If Ukraine Rebels Gain

Russia risks an escalation of European Union sanctions if pro-Russian separatists make further military gains in eastern Ukraine, according to a person familiar with German government policy.

With cease-fire violations being reported daily, the EU is far from considering an easing of the sanctions imposed on Russia for its encroachment on Ukraine, according to the official, who asked not to be named because he isn’t authorized to discuss the matter publicly.