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Yen Rises to Highest in Week on Ukraine Haven Bid; Ruble Falls
The yen rose to the highest level in a week against the dollar as President Barack Obama and European leaders discussed the deepening of sanctions against Russia, underpinning haven demand.
G-7 Set to Unveil New Russia Sanctions as OSCE Monitors Held
Group of Seven leaders agreed to impose additional sanctions on Russia, blaming it for stoking the conflict in Ukraine as the Ukrainian government said rebels had taken international military monitors hostage.