Obama Said to Ready Sanctions on Russia for Hacking

The video discusses the implications of sanctions on Russian institutions, focusing on their impact on foreign bank accounts and electronic transactions. It explores historical precedents like the Ukraine sanctions and the 2015 Cyber Sanctions Executive Order. The political implications for US-Russia relations, especially in the context of the transition from Obama to Trump, are examined. The video also highlights the growing trend of cyber-related sanctions, referencing past actions against Chinese military officials.

What is one of the main challenges faced by state institutions due to sanctions?

• Inability to hire foreign employees

• Restrictions on local business operations

• Difficulty in opening foreign bank accounts

• Increased domestic taxes

Which historical event is referenced as a precedent for the sanctions discussed?

• The Cuban Missile Crisis

• The fall of the Berlin Wall

• The Gulf War

• The annexation of Crimea

What was the purpose of the 2015 Cyber Sanctions Executive Order?

• To promote diplomatic relations

• To increase military spending

• To protect critical infrastructure

• To regulate international trade

How might the Trump administration's approach to Russia differ from Obama's?

• By strengthening military presence

• By rolling back some sanctions

• By increasing sanctions

• By imposing travel bans

What precedent was set by the US in response to cyber attacks?

• Indicting Chinese military officials

• Imposing tariffs on European goods

• Banning Russian oil imports

• Increasing domestic surveillance