Russia invaded and the USD is 85 Ruble. I think the russian thug did a big mistake. He is old and no longer care for other people. He might be ill and has nothing to lose. I hope the Russian people will be smart enough to take down this thug and the oligarchs.
RE: Russia has recognized the independence of the separatist regions in the Ukraine. Sanctions would be a shot in the knee for the EU. Russian perspective vs. American.