But uncertainty is far better than knowing acquiescence. There are simply no alternatives right now, and applying the entire gamut of sanctions from the outset would leave the EU and the US without further options.
但不确定性总比明知故犯的缄默好得多。目前并无其他替代方案可用，而从外部全方位开启制裁也让欧盟和美国没有了进一步的选择。