Brent back above $100 as sanctions are stepped up on Russia over Ukraine invasion

Markets also rattled by President Vladimir Putin placing nation's 'deterrent forces' - which includes nuclear weapons - on 'high alert'

Reaction: Russian President Vladimir Putin has put the nation's 'deterrent forces' on high alert in the face of increased sanctions from the West — Reaction: Russian President Vladimir Putin has put the nation's 'deterrent forces' on high alert in the face of increased sanctions from the WestPhoto: AP/SCANPIX

Josh Lewis

Perth

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Published 28 February 2022, 05:14Updated 28 February 2022, 17:07