#sanctions

#sanctions

Expulsion of Russian defence attache due to undeclared military intelligence role amid sanctions escalation. [ more ]

EU to use profits from seized Russian assets to fund Ukraine's military. [ more ]

EU enforces new human rights sanctions on Russia targeting individuals repressing political opposition, separate from economic sanctions for Ukraine invasion. [ more ]

China's support has enabled Russia to withstand Western sanctions and maintain economic growth post-Ukraine invasion. [ more ]

Russia accused of using chemical weapons in Ukraine as a warfare method, violating global ban on such weapons. [ more ]

New sanctions announced on international military suppliers aiding Russia in Ukraine war. [ more ]

Iran's aviation accidents are linked to challenges in procuring new aircraft and equipment due to foreign sanctions since 1979. [ more ]

Iran faces repeated sanctions post-1979 Islamic Revolution, including embargoes related to its nuclear program. [ more ]

US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Angus King express concerns about Iran's use of crypto mining to evade sanctions and fund its economy. [ more ]

Sanctions imposed by the U.S. and U.K. on Iran in response to the attack on Israel are likely to have limited practical impact. [ more ]

European Council imposed new sanctions on Iran's drone and missile programs as a response to the weekend attack on Israel. [ more ]

Israel vows response to Iran's missile and drone attack, with international involvement in defense and diplomatic efforts. [ more ]

The Biden administration plans visa restrictions and sanctions against individuals and organizations aiding the Nicaraguan government in profiting from migrants heading to the United States. [ more ]

Biden announced over 500 new sanctions on Russia, targeting support entities, energy revenues, and holding Putin accountable.

US to ensure support for Ukraine facing shortages, delays in military aid, with a focus on stopping Russia's aggression abroad. [ more ]

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition challenging the Ninth Circuit's decision to impose $36 million in sanctions for abusive litigation practices in a trademark case. [ more ]

The Supreme Court rejects cert petitions from Sidney Powell, Lin Wood, and Kraken lawyers for frivolous election litigation. Judge imposed sanctions after a chaotic livestreamed hearing in July 2021.

Despite arguments, Lin Wood and Sidney Powell's responsible for unvetted filings in election challenge. Judge Parker's ruling criticized lawyers for abusing the judicial process and ordered them to cover legal costs. [ more ]

Israel's allies are pressuring for more aid in Gaza; Turkey imposes trade curbs against Israel amidst protests. [ more ]

Israel's allies are increasing pressure for more aid in Gaza to prevent a humanitarian crisis, with few imposing sanctions or boycotting Israeli products. [ more ]

EU court annulled sanctions on Russian businessmen due to insufficient justification

Sanctions were based on alleged ties to Putin and involvement in policies affecting Ukraine [ more ]

The British Foreign Office imposed 50 new sanctions on the Russian military related to the war in Ukraine.

Sanctions target Putin's military supporters and revenue streams like diamonds, metal, and energy trade. [ more ]

Russian attacks on Ukraine causing casualties, damage.

Ukraine successfully defends against Russian drone attacks. [ more ]

Issuance of sanctions against Russian-linked targets by the United States and the European Union.

High-level visits and security agreements with Ukraine showcase international support for the country's resistance. [ more ]

The US imposed sanctions on Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa and 10 other individuals for corruption and human rights abuses.

The Biden administration will implement targeted sanctions on specific individuals like Mnangagwa, moving away from the 2003 Zimbabwe sanctions program. [ more ]

EU foreign ministers discussing aid for Ukraine, sanctions on Hamas and Israeli settlers.

Possible outcomes include allocating $5.45 billion for military assistance and imposing sanctions on human rights violators. [ more ]

Aid trucks safely arrived in northern Gaza Strip

Calls for ceasefire and sanctions on Israel [ more ]

Rising concerns about China cybersecurity threat

UK government preparing to sanction those involved in cyberattacks [ more ]

The Russian embassy accused the UK government of intervention and hypocrisy in the Navalny case.

The UK sanctioned six people from a penal colony near the Arctic Circle over Navalny's death. [ more ]

EU plans to use frozen Russian assets to arm Ukraine with up to 3 billion euros annually.

Legal concerns have made it difficult to make Russia pay for Ukraine's arsenal using frozen assets. [ more ]

Biden's handling of Ukraine aid and Russian aggression criticized.

Criticism of Biden's lackluster response to events like the war in Ukraine and Navalny's murder. [ more ]

President Biden criticized Putin and Trump for likening himself to Navalny.

Major sanctions package against Russia to be announced on Friday amidst debates over further aid to Ukraine. [ more ]