Keywords: Sanctions


China says wider US sanctions on Cuba are ‘Illegal’

China has strongly criticized the United States over its decision to broaden sanctions against Cuba, calling the measures “illegal” and inconsistent with international law. Beijing urged Washington to immediately end its decades-long embargo on the island. Response to US policy shift The......

Iranian supertanker carrying $220 million in crude breaks through US naval blockade

An Iranian supertanker loaded with more than 1.9 million barrels of crude oil has successfully navigated past the American naval blockade and reached Southeast Asian waters, in one of the most direct challenges yet to Washington's efforts to choke off Tehran's petroleum exports. The vessel, a......

United States tightens economic pressure on Iran, says Trump administration official

The United States has significantly increased economic pressure on Iran as part of a broader strategy combining financial sanctions and maritime restrictions, according to statements from senior officials in the Trump administration. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Washington is implementing......

China blocks US sanctions against five refineries

China’s Ministry of Commerce announced that it has taken legal measures to block sanctions imposed by the United States on five Chinese oil refineries, escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. According to official statements reported by state media, the decision aims......

Oil prices extend rally as Trump threatens Iran OPEC tension

Oil prices extended their upward momentum on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions intensified around Iran and global supply risks deepened. Traders reacted to renewed threats from United States President Donald Trump and escalating uncertainty in the Middle East, pushing crude benchmarks to multi month......

Hengli reshapes Singapore unit after US sanctions over Iran oil

The United States Treasury has imposed sanctions on Hengli Petrochemical, one of China’s largest independent oil refiners, accusing the company of purchasing billions of dollars worth of Iranian crude oil. The sanctions also target dozens of shipping companies and vessels allegedly involved in......

European Union extends Myanmar sanctions for another year amid ongoing military rule

The European Union has decided to extend its sanctions against Myanmar for another year, maintaining pressure on the country’s military leadership more than five years after the coup that overthrew an elected government. The decision, announced on Monday, prolongs restrictive measures targeting......

North Korea reaffirms support for Russia’s war effort in Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has reiterated his country’s strong backing of Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine, signaling a deepening alliance between Pyongyang and Moscow amid ongoing global tensions. According to state media, Kim expressed firm support for Russia’s actions,......

United States authorizes Venezuela to pay Nicolás Maduro’s legal fees

The United States government has authorized Venezuela to cover the legal defense costs of former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro, according to recent judicial documents. Maduro, who is currently detained in the United States, faces several serious charges, including narcoterrorism and conspiracy......