Keywords: Sanctions


Trump says new negotiations offer Iran a ‘last chance’ to reach an agreement

U.S. President Donald Trump has described the latest round of negotiations with Iran as a "last chance" for Tehran to reach a diplomatic agreement, signaling that Washington is seeking a negotiated outcome while warning that alternative measures remain on the table if talks fail. Speaking......

Paris court rejects Xenia Fedorova appeal against expulsion order and asset freeze

The Paris Administrative Court has rejected an emergency legal challenge filed by Xenia Fedorova, former head of the French-language edition of Russian state-backed media outlet RT France, against measures ordering her expulsion from France and freezing her assets. In a ruling issued on Monday, the......

EU naval mission boards sanctioned tanker linked to Russia’s shadow fleet in Mediterranean

A European Union naval mission led by Italy boarded a tanker linked to Russia's so-called "shadow fleet" on Sunday to verify the vessel's nationality and flag registration, according to the Italian Ministry of Defence. The operation was carried out by EUNAVFOR MED IRINI, the EU's......

China rejects US sanctions on companies added to Uyghur forced labor blacklist

China has strongly criticized a new round of United States sanctions targeting Chinese companies accused of links to forced labor in Xinjiang, describing the measures as economic pressure and pledging to defend the interests of affected businesses. The Chinese Commerce Ministry said Washington's......

U.S. Treasury removes 84 names from sanctions lists in bid to streamline enforcement

The U.S. Treasury Department has removed 84 individuals and entities from its sanctions lists as part of a broader effort to modernize the programs and reduce unnecessary compliance burdens on financial institutions. The latest round of removals follows a comprehensive review launched by Treasury Secretary......

Cuba accuses United States of seeking greater control as tensions intensify

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel has accused the United States of attempting to undermine Cuba's sovereignty, as tensions between Havana and Washington continue to rise amid renewed economic pressure from the Trump administration. Speaking during commemorations marking the anniversary of......

Online storm targets Argentina as petition calls for World Cup ban

An online petition calling for Argentina to be excluded from future FIFA World Cup competitions has sparked widespread debate among football fans, following a tournament marked by controversy and heated discussions over refereeing decisions. The campaign, known as "Argentina Out", reportedly......

EU may allow Russian LNG shipments to third countries for another year

The European Union is reportedly considering allowing European companies to continue transporting Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) to countries outside the bloc for an additional year, according to the Financial Times. The proposal is reportedly part of discussions surrounding the European Union's......

Meliá ends operations in Cuba after more than three decades amid US pressure

Spanish hospitality giant Meliá Hotels International has announced it will end all of its remaining operations in Cuba on July 24, marking the conclusion of more than 30 years of activity on the Caribbean island as geopolitical pressures reshape the tourism landscape. The withdrawal represents......