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Over 100 former French and British diplomats urge France and UK to sanction Israel, calling for a ban on arms transfers and a freeze on EU-Israel and UK-Israel trade agreements.
In an open letter, the coalition of 102 former diplomats warned that Israel's policy in occupied Palestinian territory threatens to permanently erase the possibility of a Palestinian state. They also
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Ukraine sanctions popular Russian cartoon ‘Masha and the Bear’, accusing it of spreading 'pro-Russian propaganda'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree imposing sanctions on the producers and distributors of the animated series, including its studio Animaccord. Ukrainian Culture Minister Tetyana
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The U.S. Redesignates Hezbollah as an Iranian Proxy, Sanctions its Funding Network
The U.S. Treasury Department announced it has redesignated Lebanon's Hezbollah as an agent of Iran and imposed sanctions on a network allegedly providing funding to the organization. This network purp
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The United States imposed new sanctions on nine Cuban state-owned mining, metals, and construction companies and three leaders.
The Cuban Ministry of Construction and government-controlled import companies are among the sanctioned entities, according to a notice published Thursday on the U.S. Treasury Department website. U.S.
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US considers sanctions on Brazil judge, posing a new test for diplomatic ties as leftwing leader Lula launches re-election campaign
US considers sanctions on Brazil judge, posing a new test for diplomatic ties as leftwing leader Lula launches re-election campaign
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US Officials Offer Differing Views on Iran Pressure Campaign's Effectiveness
Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Near Eastern Affairs Jen Gavito stated that sanctions alone are unlikely to provide an "off ramp" for Iran, while retired Vice Adm. Robert Harward argue
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Russia, the world's second-largest Bitcoin mining power, has enacted a year-round ban on crypto mining in Moscow and surrounding regions until 2032 to mitigate power capacity shortages.
The measure, established under government decree No. 936, also prohibits participation in crypto mining pools. The Russian Energy Ministry stated the restriction is necessary to reduce the risk of pow
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Oil Slick from Tanker Carrying Sanctioned Russian Crude Reaches Oman's Coastline
An oil slick from the tanker Caroline Bezengi has reached Oman's coastline, weeks after the vessel ran aground near a marine reserve. The tanker was carrying an estimated 800,000 barrels of sanctioned
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The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran announced that Iran will join the BRICS New Development Bank.
Iran will join the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), Central Bank of Iran Governor Abdolnaser Hemmati said on Thursday, a move aimed at strengthening its economic alliances amid nearly six months of o
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Russian "Ghost Fleet" Tankers Use "Mad Max"-Style Fishing Nets to Defend Against Ukrainian Drones
Russia's sanctioned "ghost fleet" of oil tankers is reportedly using "Mad Max"-style fishing nets as a defensive measure to protect vessels from Ukraine's mass maritime drone operations.
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Iran's Foreign Ministry warns U.S. sanctions are undermining diplomacy, stating further sanctions could reduce chances of a negotiated resolution
Iran's Foreign Ministry criticized Washington’s economic sanctions, arguing they reflect a failure to pursue diplomacy. Tehran stated that decades of pressure have failed to force Iran into submission
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The US Senate passed a bill on sanctions against Russia, aimed at punishing Russian oil purchasers and sanctioning Russian leaders.
The bill passed with bipartisan support, 86 votes to 11, and has now been sent to the House of Representatives. The bill, titled the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026," would
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U.S. diplomat Rubio announced sanctions against five Cuban companies and eight individuals, accusing them of assisting Cuba in acquiring military equipment from Russia and China.
The U.S. State Department stated that the sanctioned entities include Tecnoimport (responsible for importing military equipment), Union de Industria Militar (UIM) (manufacturing and repairing weapon s
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Bitwise executive Gordon Grant believes the true test of Bitcoin as "digital gold" lies in its holdings under sanctions, not its price performance.
Grant, debating Theo CIO Iggy Ioppe on the BeInCrypto expert panel, pointed out that sanctioned countries are quietly accumulating Bitcoin, much like Iran once hoarded gold. He argued that the key cha
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Russia expands shadow LNG fleet ahead of EU ban
Russia is expanding its shadow fleet of ships to help Moscow continue exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) when EU sanctions tighten next year.
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Iran-linked exchange Shelbit allegedly sent $676 million to Binance in sanctions-evasion operation, Reuters reports
Reuters reports that Dubai-based Shelbit, an Iran-linked exchange, allegedly sent $676 million to Binance as part of a sanctions-evasion operation. According to the report, Shelbit has processed over
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Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Shelbit has been accused of being linked to a $4 billion Iranian sanctions-evasion network and is suspected of transferring funds to platforms such as Binance.
Reuters reported that Shelbit, a Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange, has been accused of being linked to a $4 billion Iranian sanctions-evasion network. The exchange is suspected of transferring hund
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The United States has imposed sanctions on the Iran-linked maritime insurance program Bitcoin, alleging that it is used to circumvent sanctions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced sanctions against two Iranian companies—Persian Gulf Marine Insurance Company and HormuzSafe Maritime Services—accusing them of operating a marine insuran
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The U.S. Senate Passes a Sanctions Bill Against Russia, Which May Impose Tariffs of Up to 100 Percent on Russian Energy Buyers Such as China and India
The U.S. Senate has passed legislation titled the “Lindsey O. Graham Sanctions Against Russia Act of 2026,” which aims to impose comprehensive sanctions on Russia.The bill passed the Senate by a vote
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Trump Calls for Adding Tariffs on Iran to Sanctions Bill, Despite 'Trivial' U.S. Trade
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated his desire to add tariffs on Iran to a bipartisan sanctions bill targeting Russia and Tehran. Trump believes this would strengthen the bill, which already inc
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The United States has imposed sanctions on the Iranian shipping company HormuzSafe, accusing it of accepting Bitcoin to circumvent sanctions
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on the Iranian shipping company HormuzSafe. The Treasury Department stated that the company accepts Bitcoin and other digital assets with the
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U.S. Imposes Further Sanctions on Iranian Financiers
Svmuu News: The U.S. Treasury Department announced further sanctions against individuals and companies linked to Iranian financier Babak Zanjani for allegedly evading sanctions. (Jin Shi)
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The EU Imposes Sanctions on Over 100 Banks and Cryptocurrency Operators
Svmuu News: EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kallas stated that sanctions have been imposed on more than 100 banks and cryptocurrency operators, over 40 vessels in the “s
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The EU Agrees to Freeze the Price Cap on Russian Oil for 12 Months
Svmuu News: EU diplomats said that EU representatives agreed to freeze the oil price cap for 12 months as part of the 21st round of sanctions against Russia.
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Kremlin: World energy prices will go down if sanctions are lifted
Kremlin: World energy prices will go down if sanctions are lifted
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Western countries announced sanctions on Israeli settlements, and Israel retaliated by demanding the UK close its consulate in East Jerusalem within 30 days.
Twelve countries, including the UK, France, and Canada, announced on September 8 that they would impose restrictions or sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Israel respo
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russia's VTB Bank, Citing Its Role as Key Financial Node for Iran
The U.S. Treasury Department on Monday imposed additional sanctions on VTB Bank, Russia's second-largest financial institution, identifying it as a critical financial node for Iran's Islamic Republic.
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France is making an "astonishing" push to lift EU sanctions on Russian oligarchs
France is making an "astonishing" push to lift EU sanctions on Russian oligarchs
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Ukrainian drone evades Russian helicopter fire to strike oil tanker
Ukraine has released footage showing a drone evading fire from a Russian helicopter before striking a sanctioned oil tanker in the Black Sea. This is part of a wider campaign targeting vessels Ukraine
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US Treasury Sanctions Additional Iranian Airlines, Severing Country's Limited Air Connections to Rest of World
US Treasury Sanctions Additional Iranian Airlines, Severing Country's Limited Air Connections to Rest of World
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Iran's Oil Exports Remain Severely Constrained Nearly Two Months into Renewed US Naval Blockade
Iran's Oil Exports Remain Severely Constrained Nearly Two Months into Renewed US Naval Blockade
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that sanctions would be imposed on a major bank on Monday, and that several banks in Egypt and Turkey have already been sanctioned.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that he would impose sanctions on a major bank on Monday (September 14) to commemorate 9/11. He also revealed that the U.S. government has sanctioned an
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent says he is going to sanction a large bank on Monday
US Treasury Secretary Bessent says he is going to sanction a large bank on Monday
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Chinese-Language Cyber-Scam Hub Xinbi Guarantee
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned Xinbi Guarantee, a Chinese-language platform accused of facilitating crypto transactions for other criminal networks. The platform allegedly offered service
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Iran eases currency rules to bypass US sanctions with crypto, per report
According to a Financial Times report, Iran has eased its currency rules, allowing exporters to fund imports with overseas earnings without first selling their foreign currency at official rates. This
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Iran faces growing medicine shortages, with 800 products in short supply and prices surging up to 375%, amid tightened US sanctions and war damage.
About 800 pharmaceutical products are currently in short supply nationwide, including 90 essential ones. Prices have surged, with gabapentin up 220%, acetaminophen 375%, amoxicillin 285%, fluoxetine 1
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U.S. Secretary of State Rubio: The U.S. "obviously will not" follow the UK in sanctioning illegal Israeli settlements.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. "obviously will not" follow the UK in sanctioning illegal Israeli settlements. This comes after the UK said Palestinians in parts of the occupi
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions 27 Iranian Airlines and Other Entities, Warns of Global Financial System Cut-off
The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday sanctioned 27 Iranian airlines and a handful of other entities as part of its ongoing "Operation Economic Outcast" to isolate Iran's economy. Treasury Secretary
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US sanctions threats against Iran's trading partners could disrupt Spain's saffron supply, impacting its national dish, paella.
The U.S. threat of sanctions against Iran's trading partners could disrupt Spain's saffron supply, putting pressure on chefs and exporters of paella, Spain's national dish. The U.S. announced in late
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Russian gold has flooded into Hong Kong following Western sanctions, with imports reaching nearly 100 tons in the first seven months of this year, a new historical high.
Russian gold has flooded into Hong Kong following Western sanctions, with imports reaching nearly 100 tons in the first seven months of this year, a new historical high.
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Billions in Iranian Funds Flow Through U.S. Banks' Dollar Clearing Accounts Despite Sanctions, Posing Enforcement Dilemma for Washington
The Trump administration is grappling with this issue, having recently moved to put foreign banks that process dollar transactions with Iran via U.S. correspondent accounts on alert and pushing Americ
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that another bank could be sanctioned next week, stating that "weekly sanctions will become the norm."
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned in an interview on September 4, Eastern Time, that "another bank may be sanctioned next week," adding that the Treasury Department could roll out new secon
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US Sanctions Small Turkish Investment Bank Over Iran Links
The United States sanctioned Golden Global Investment Bank, a relatively small Turkish firm, after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vowed to further isolate Iran’s economy amid the ongoing war by goin
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European Union formally joins U.S.-led 'Operation Economic Outcast' sanctions campaign against Iran
The European Union has formally joined the U.S.-led "Operation Economic Outcast," a sanctions campaign aimed at severing Tehran from the global financial system. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
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Argentine President Javier Milei threatens sanctions on oil firms working off Falkland Islands, reiterating sovereignty claim
Argentine President Javier Milei stated in a national address that he would sanction oil companies, including British and Israeli firms, working off the Falkland Islands. He reiterated Argentina's cla
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US announces new sanctions targeting Cuban companies and individuals, while Cuba unveils further pro-market reforms
The US State Department announced new economic sanctions on Thursday, targeting several Cuban companies, including those in nickel mining and energy sectors, a state-owned bank, and Fidel Ernesto Cast
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Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesperson Huang Ling demanded that the United States immediately rectify its sanctions against Chinese companies and citizens related to Iran.
Huang Ling stated that despite repeated requests from China, the U.S. has repeatedly sanctioned Chinese companies and citizens using Iran as a pretext, which China strongly resents and firmly opposes.
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VW, Amazon, and over 160 US companies unable to rule out sanctioned smelters among potential suppliers
A Financial Times report indicates that these companies cannot confirm their supply chains are free of blacklisted groups, highlighting challenges in Western efforts to clamp down on conflict minerals
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