Australia prepares to announce sanctions against Russia over recognition of Donetsk, Luhansk

Australia, along with its partners, is prepared to announce swift and severe sanctions that would target key Russian individuals and entities responsible for undermining Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Australian Foreign Ministry said in a statement, Report informs, citing RIA Novosti.

The Australian Government is coordinating closely with the United States, United Kingdom, European Union and other governments around the world, the statement reads.