Tag: #sanctions

U.S. Seizes Seventh Tanker in Caribbean Crackdown on Venezuelan Oil Exports

U.S. forces seized the tanker Sagitta, the seventh ship detained since Dec. 10, as Washington intensifies a maritime “quarantine” on Venezuelan crude.

#venezuela, #sanctions, #oil, #shipping, #usmilitary

U.S. designates Muslim Brotherhood branches in Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan as terrorist groups

Trump administration adds three Muslim Brotherhood branches to U.S. terror lists, citing Hamas support—raising regional and domestic political stakes.

#trumpadministration, #muslimbrotherhood, #hamas, #sanctions, #middleeast

Historic White House Meeting Signals New Chapter in U.S.-Syria Relations

U.S. President Trump hosts Syria's al-Sharaa, signaling a shift in relations and Syria's commitment against ISIS.

#ussyria, #diplomacy, #globalcoalition, #sanctions

U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Russia's Largest Oil Companies Amid Ukraine Conflict

U.S. sanctions target Rosneft and Lukoil in response to Russia's actions in Ukraine, impacting global oil prices and trade dynamics.

#sanctions, #russia, #ukraine, #oil, #politics

Belgium and Five European Nations Recognize Palestine, Impose Sanctions on Israel

Belgium and other European nations recognize Palestine, impose sanctions on Israel amidst tensions, reflecting a shift in diplomatic approaches.

#belgium, #palestine, #israel, #diplomacy, #sanctions

UN Security Council Rejects Russia-China Proposal; Sanctions on Iran Set to Reimpose

The UN rejects a resolution by Russia & China to delay sanctions, escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear program.

#unitednations, #iran, #snapback, #nuclear, #sanctions

UN Security Council Rejects Resolution to Extend Sanctions Relief for Iran

UN Security Council votes against extending sanctions relief for Iran, reinstating UN sanctions previously lifted under the JCPOA.

#iran, #un, #nuclear, #sanctions, #jcpoa

China Sanctions Lithuanian Banks in Retaliation Over EU Measures

China imposes sanctions on Lithuanian banks in response to EU actions against Chinese banks linked to Russia, escalating diplomatic tensions.

#china, #lithuania, #sanctions, #europeanunion, #diplomacy

China Sanctions Lithuanian Banks in Retaliation to EU Measures

China imposes sanctions on Lithuanian banks in a symbolic move amid EU-China tensions over Russia support.

#china, #eu, #sanctions, #banks, #russia

Trump Administration Signals Shift in Approach to Russian Oil Sanctions Amid Ukraine Peace Talks

Trump administration weighs Russian oil sanctions impact on Ukraine peace and global markets.

#trump, #russia, #oil, #sanctions, #ukraine

E3 Warns of Sanctions Resumption Against Iran Over Nuclear Program

E3 nations threaten sanctions on Iran if no nuclear deal by August, citing regional security concerns.

#iran, #nuclear, #sanctions, #E3, #diplomacy

IAEA Official Set to Visit Tehran Amidst Rising Tensions Over Nuclear Program

IAEA official to visit Tehran for talks as Iran halts nuclear site inspections; tensions with US and Israel escalate.

#iaea, #iran, #nuclear, #diplomacy, #sanctions

U.S. Sets Deadline for Russia to End Ukraine Conflict Amid Escalating Tensions

U.S. demands Russia cease Ukraine conflict by August 8 or face severe sanctions, as conflict and humanitarian crisis intensify.

#us, #russia, #ukraine, #sanctions

Iran Suspends Cooperation with IAEA, Escalating Nuclear Tension

Iran halts IAEA cooperation, raising nuclear transparency concerns amid regional tensions and potential diplomatic engagements.

#iran, #nuclear, #iaea, #diplomacy, #sanctions

EU Leaders Debate Escalating Sanctions Against Russia Amid Internal Divisions

EU summit spotlights divisions on sanctions, energy security, and US trade tensions.

#eu, #sanctions, #russia, #energy, #trade