European countries are obliged to take measures for the introduction of sanctions against Ukraine because of continuing non-compliance with the Minsk agreement, said the head of the Russian state Duma on international Affairs Alexei Pushkov. first, the Ukrainian Parliament passed two laws related to the territories in the East, However, the texts of these documents are in conflict concluded in Minsk agreements. "Once Kiev violates the agreement even in legal texts, so the laws that were adopted by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine - and they are directly in conflict with the Minsk agreements - why not to take measures for the introduction of sanctions against Ukraine?" - said Pushkov, speaking at the Association " French-Russian dialogue ". He said that often hears the opinion: if the "Minsk-2" will not work - it is necessary to impose fresh penalties against Russia. However, According to Pushkov, It is necessary only to Americans. "It's not in the interests of Europe. In the interest of Europe is to find a political solution to the conflict. And don't be afraid to put pressure on Ukraine. Kiev is extremely dependent on Europe ", - stated the people's Deputy.