EU chief: Russia could be cut off from markets & tech

MUNICH (AP) — A top European Union official says Russia would have its access to financial markets and high-tech goods limited under Western sanctions being prepared in case it attacks Ukraine. The comments from Ursula von der Leyen, head of the EU’s Executive Commission came Saturday as tensions over Russia’s intentions toward Ukraine intensified. U.S. President Joe Biden said Friday that he was convinced” Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to invade the neighboring country. Von der Leyen said that action from the Kremlin “may cost Russia a prosperous future.” Western leaders so far have not specified what precise Russian actions would trigger sanctions.