title: Theory and Practice of Sanctions Strategy and Effectiveness: Influencing Russian Foreign Policy
abstract: This master thesis will review the case of contemporary sanctions implemented against Russia by the European Union (EU) with regards to its Ukraine foreign policy, which will assist in determining the effectiveness of sanctions imposed in this specific case. This thesis considers sanctions implemented against Russia as not effective thus far, since sanctions have yet to force a change in Russia's foreign policy. The lack of effectiveness lies with Russia's unique capabilities that enable it to r