David Cameron and Obama agree that Russia must face costs

Russia’s move to deploy troops in Ukraine did not sit well with David Cameron and Barack Obama.

17:04 03 March 2014

The American government has confirmed that Russian forces have taken control of Crimea. This move didn’t sit well with David Cameron and Barack Obama who apparently agreed that Russia must face “significant costs” should it not change course after deploying its troops to Ukraine.

 

A Downing Street spokesman said: "The prime minister and President Obama spoke at 9pm tonight [Sunday].

 

"They agreed that Russia's actions were completely unacceptable. They agreed on the urgent need for de-escalation and for Russia to engage in a dialogue directly with Ukraine.

 

"They agreed there must be 'significant costs' to Russia if it did not change course on Ukraine."

 

Meanwhile, G7 has issued a statement suspending preparations for this year’s G8 summit in Russia. Prince Edward also canceled a plan visit to the Sochi Paralympics upon government advice.  

 

Ukraine has ordered a full military mobilisation in response to Russia's build-up of forces on the peninsula.

 

On the other hand, Russian President Vladimir Putin says Russia reserves the right to protect its interests and those of Russian speakers in Ukraine.