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Putin's Plans to Conquer Ukraine Undermine the Power of the Russian Army and Economy - ISW Analysis
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has released an analysis suggesting that Vladimir Putin's strategic plans to conquer Ukraine are weakening both Russia’s military might and its economic stabil...
War in Ukraine - Russian Economy on the Brink of Collapse
The article discusses how the ongoing war in Ukraine is severely impacting Russia's economy, with indicators suggesting potential economic collapse due to sanctions and decreased international trade....
US Seizes Iranian Oil-Laden Tanker Veronica III
The United States has detained the oil tanker Veronica III, which was carrying Iranian crude oil. The exact location and circumstances of the seizure are not detailed in the article....
US Senator Warns Russia of 'Turning Point' Next Week
A United States senator has warned Russia of an impending significant moment that will have far-reaching consequences for the country's geopolitical standing starting next week. The warning follows te...
Why the U.S. Coast Guard Stormed the Decks of an Oil Tanker Headed for China
U.S.-China tensions escalated after U.S. Coast Guard forces detained an oil tanker named Skipper in international waters near Venezuela en route to China. Approximately 30 sailors were held and the sh...
UK Sends Stark Message to Russia: We Don't Trust You, Sanctions Will Increase
The UK has delivered a strong warning to Russia, emphasizing that they do not trust the country and will increase sanctions further in response to ongoing tensions and alleged Russian activities. This...
UK Sends Strong Message to Russia: We Do Not Trust, Sanctions Should Be Increased
The United Kingdom has issued a stern warning to Russia, indicating a lack of trust and advocating for an escalation in sanctions against the country....
Ukraine Imposes Sanctions on 91 Russian Shadow Fleet Ships for Oil Smuggling
The Ukrainian government has imposed sanctions on 91 vessels belonging to the Russian 'shadow fleet', accusing them of involvement in oil smuggling activities that circumvent international trade restr...
Mykhailo Fedorov Calls for Stronger Sanctions Against Russia at Ramstein Format Meeting
During the Ramstein format meeting, Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov emphasized the need for increased economic sanctions on Russia to support Ukraine's defense and recovery efforts....
Lithuanian Minister of Finance on Sanctions, Reforms, and Ukraine’s Movement Toward Europe
During an interview with the Kyiv Post, Lithuania's Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas addressed the 20th package of sanctions against Russia. He also discussed the importance of reforms for the B...
NATO chief Rutte defends US role on Ukraine, says Washington is doing “exactly what we need”
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended the United States' role in addressing Russia's actions towards Ukraine, stating that Washington is playing a crucial part by imposing sanctions on Russian en...
US Studies Question of Capturing Iranian Tankers - WSJ
The Wall Street Journal reports that the United States is examining options for capturing oil tankers suspected of violating sanctions against Iran. The move comes amid tensions between Washington and...
Turkish Parliamentarians Arrive in US to Discuss Lifting Sanctions and Rejoining F-35 Program
Turkish parliamentarians have arrived in the United States to negotiate with American officials regarding the lifting of sanctions imposed on Turkey following its acquisition of Russian S-400 air defe...
Brussels Aims to Ban Russian Crypto Activity Amid Sanctions Crackdown
The European Commission intends to implement a comprehensive ban on Russian-linked cryptocurrency activities. This action aims beyond just targeting individual Russian-based platforms and seeks to blo...
US sanctions Hezbollah-linked gold exchange, Iran-tied shipping network
The United States has imposed sanctions on entities linked to Hezbollah and Iranian shipping networks as part of its ongoing efforts to negotiate an agreement with Iran that would limit the latter's s...
Dmitry Drize on the tanker war: US and EU strengthen pressure on Russian oil exports
Independent expert Dmitry Drize discusses increasing international pressures faced by Russia due to sanctions imposed by the United States and European Union which are targeting Russian oil export act...
Russian stealth jets have arrived in North Africa, as filmed by Algerian potato farmer
According to reports, Russian stealth jets have been sent to operate in North African territories, as captured on video by an Algerian potato farmer. This deployment raises concerns within the U.S. go...
Pentagon Chief: US Will Pursue Oil Tankers Worldwide That Violate Venezuela Sanctions
The leader of the Pentagon has stated that the United States will seek out and take action against oil tankers globally that violate sanctions imposed on Venezuela. This move aims to enforce strict co...
US | Trump says Iran's Supreme Leader should be very concerned
President Donald Trump has issued a statement indicating that he believes Ayatollah Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, should feel highly anxious about current geopolitical events and tensions betw...
Putin in Shanghai: 'Stability Factor for International System Is Cooperation with China'
President Vladimir Putin emphasized during his speech in Shanghai that cooperation between Russia and China serves as a stabilizing influence on the international system. He highlighted mutual trust a...
Canada wants Iran government change, increases sanctions
Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand expressed that Canada will not consider diplomatic relations with Iran unless there is a regime change within the country. This statement was made during ...
US boards sanctioned tanker in Indian Ocean amid Venezuela oil crackdown
The United States has intercepted and boarded a tanker suspected of violating sanctions against Venezuela's national oil company PDVSA in the Indian Ocean. This action is part of an ongoing effort to ...
U.S. waives Venezuela oil sanctions as Trump says expects to visit
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to make a visit to Venezuela, revealing also that he has waived sanctions related to oil dealings with the South American nation. The specific d...
Russia Considers U.S. Partnership for Oil and Gas Ties
Recent reports suggest Russia may be exploring economic ties with the United States centered around oil and gas industries, indicating potential shifts towards using the U.S. dollar in energy trade de...
Foreign intel chief: Russian economy vulnerable to every new sanctions package
Kaupo Rosin, head of Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service, asserts that Russia's economy remains highly vulnerable to new sanctions despite the country attempting to project an image of long-term wa...
U.S. Seizes Sanctioned Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean
The U.S. Coast Guard reports that they have confiscated an oil tanker, the 'MV Maestro,' believed to be transporting sanctioned Iranian crude oil through the international waters of the Indian Ocean. ...
When economic warfare meets gunboat diplomacy: What to know about the US seizures of shadow fleet tankers
The Trump administration's seizures of vessels evading U.S. sanctions via the 'shadow fleet' raises important legal and logistical questions....
US Navy Seizes Iranian Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean
The United States Navy has seized an oil tanker carrying Iranian crude oil in the Indian Ocean. This action underscores ongoing tensions and enforcement of sanctions against Iran's energy exports....
US Defense Department Sanctions Alibaba List Suddenly Withdrawn; CNOOC Removed from List
The US Department of Defense had announced sanctions against Alibaba but suddenly withdrew the sanctions a few minutes later. Additionally, CNOOC was removed from the sanctioned list during this proce...
Sybiha, Wadephul Open ‘Ukraine House’ at Munich Security Conference
During the Munich Security Conference, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and his Polish counterpart Zbigniew Rau inaugurated 'Ukraine House'. The event focused on defense support for Ukraine, i...
Thousands of foreign cars sold to Russia through China, circumventing sanctions
Automakers from countries imposing sanctions on Russia claim they do not sell vehicles directly to the country and criticize the trade happening against their will via a Chinese intermediary channel....
US Navy interdicts Venezuelan oil tanker in Indian Ocean amid sanctions
The US military has intercepted an oil ship alleged to be carrying crude from Venezuela across the Indian Ocean as part of efforts to enforce US sanctions against the country....
Zelenskiy meets Iranian opposition figure Pahlavi
President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's former shah and a figure in opposition circles, on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. They discussed strengthening s...
Russia says US restrictions on its role in Venezuela's oil business are discrimination
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has condemned new U.S. restrictions on Russia's role in Venezuela’s oil sector as discrimination. The U.S. Treasury issued a general license for exploration and ...
Georgia’s Disputed Parliamentary Speaker Calls UK MP ‘Corrupt’ Over Iran Influence Concerns”
Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili has accused a UK Member of Parliament (MP) of corruption in relation to allegations that Georgia serves as an evasion route for Iranian sanctions. The di...
US Sanctions Shuttered Russian Lukoil’s Grain Trading ‘Start-Up’ in Dubai
US sanctions have prevented Russian oil company Lukoil from establishing a grain trading firm in Dubai after its attempt to enter the grain market following difficulties selling petroleum products was...
Canada Wants Regime Change in Iran and Increases Sanctions
The Canadian government has expressed its desire for political reform within Iran's regime and has increased economic sanctions against the country as part of its foreign policy objectives....