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Iran works with Moscow and Beijing to prevent European sanctions

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated on Thursday that his country is working closely with China and Russia to prevent potential European sanctions linked to its nuclear program. Germany, the United Kingdom, and France have indicated they are ready to trigger the "snapback" mechanism......

Iraq denies involvement in Iranian oil smuggling under US sanctions

Baghdad, August 8, 2025 – Iraqi authorities have firmly rejected claims that the country or its oil sector is involved in smuggling operations aimed at circumventing US sanctions on Iranian crude exports. The denial comes after the United States imposed sanctions in early July against six entities......

US tariffs ignite global trade tensions and economic uncertainty

New tariffs reshape international trade dynamics US President Donald Trump has implemented sweeping tariffs on imports from over 90 countries, sparking diplomatic tensions and economic anxiety worldwide. The tariffs aim to address what the administration views as a skewed global trade system. On his......

Pro-Bolsonaro protests erupt in Brazil after U.S. sanctions spark political storm

Tens of thousands of Brazilians took to the streets on Sunday in cities like São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Brasília in support of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The demonstrations came days after the U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes......

Trump intensifies pressure on Russia over Ukraine as frustrations mount

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again expressed his growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin, criticizing Moscow’s continued aggression in Ukraine. Despite campaign promises to swiftly end the conflict and surpass his predecessor Joe Biden’s efforts, Trump has struggled......

India’s oil trade with Russia strains ties with the US

India’s ongoing purchase of Russian oil has been described as a “point of irritation” by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who highlighted its impact on the strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington. Speaking in an interview with Fox Radio, Rubio acknowledged India’s......

Slovenia imposes EU’s first arms embargo on Israel over Gaza conflict

Slovenia has become the first European Union member state to enforce an arms embargo against Israel, citing Tel Aviv’s actions in Gaza as violations of international law. The decision, announced by Prime Minister Robert Golob, aims to halt the violence in Gaza, which the Slovenian government has......

US sanctions target Palestinian officials over non-compliance with peace commitments

The United States has announced visa sanctions against officials from the Palestinian Authority (PA) and members of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), citing non-compliance with international agreements and actions that undermine peace efforts. The sanctions, unveiled by the State Department......

Trump tightens timeline for Russia to end Ukraine war, announces food aid for Gaza

The United States President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to Russia, shortening the previously announced 50-day deadline to cease hostilities in Ukraine to just 10–12 days. Speaking from his golf course at Turnberry in Scotland, where he is hosting UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer during......