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Sanctions

Showing 25 recent stories about Sanctions.

Trump Watch

Trump Signs Controversial Russia Sanctions Bill into Law

The new legislation grants Trump the authority to impose severe tariffs on India amid rising geopolitical tensions.

Sep 19, 2026• Google News India

Trump Watch

Trump's Sanctions Strategy: A New Chapter in Foreign Policy

President Trump's recent sanctions initiatives signal a decisive shift in U.S. foreign policy amidst geopolitical tensions.

Sep 19, 2026• Google News Trump

Trump Watch

Trump's Military Moves and Financial Ties Spark Controversy

Recent actions by Trump raise questions about military strategy and financial ethics.

Sep 19, 2026• NDTV India

Trump Watch

Congress Passes Sanctions Bill Amid Rising Global Tensions

US Congress enacts major sanctions against Russia as geopolitical conflicts escalate.

Sep 17, 2026• Al Jazeera

Middle East

Israel's Countermeasures Amid UK Sanctions Intensify Tensions

Israel responds robustly to UK sanctions, raising diplomatic stakes in the region.

Sep 9, 2026• Al Jazeera

Russia & Ukraine

EU Intensifies Sanctions Against Russia Amid Ongoing Conflicts

The EU's resolve to sanction Russia grows as tensions escalate in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Sep 2, 2026• Al Jazeera

Syria

Syria's Economic Revival: A New Era Begins

Syria's president makes first Visa payment post-sanctions, signaling a pivotal moment for the nation's economy.

Aug 27, 2026• Al Jazeera

Trump Watch

Trump's Sanction Strategy Faces Pushback from Global Powers

As U.S. sanctions against Iran intensify, nations like China pledge support for Tehran, complicating Trump's economic diplomacy.

Aug 26, 2026• Al Jazeera

Iran

Iran Faces Economic Despair Amid U.S. Conflict

As war with the U.S. escalates, millions of Iranians struggle with dire economic conditions.

Aug 16, 2026• Al Jazeera

Russia & Ukraine

Greece's Dilemma: Balancing Sanctions and Aid Amid Ukraine Conflict

As Ukraine intensifies its attacks on Russian targets, Greece navigates complex ties with both Ukraine and Russia.

Jul 22, 2026• Al Jazeera

Middle East

Netherlands Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Settlement Trade

The Dutch government enacts a ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements amid stalled EU efforts.

Jul 21, 2026• Al Jazeera

Syria

Syrians Embrace Economic Revival Amid Sanctions Shift

The US removal of sanctions sparks cautious optimism among Syrians navigating a fragile economy.

Jul 11, 2026• Al Jazeera

World

Venezuela's Earthquake Crisis: The Role of Sanctions and Aid

Sanctions complicate humanitarian aid efforts in Venezuela, raising questions about international responsibility and political implications.

Jun 25, 2026• Al Jazeera

Russia & Ukraine

UK Seizes Russian Tanker in English Channel Operation

The UK captures the Smyrtos amid rising tensions over maritime security.

Jun 14, 2026• Al Jazeera

Middle East

Western Nations Sanction Israel Over Settler Violence in West Bank

UK, Canada, France, and Norway take action against extremist settlers amid rising violence against Palestinians.

Jun 10, 2026• NDTV India

Russia & Ukraine

EU Expands Sanctions Amid Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

New sanctions targeting Russia's military and human rights violators come as violence escalates in Ukraine.

Jun 8, 2026• Al Jazeera

USA

New U.S. Sanctions Target Cuban Leadership Amid Ongoing Tensions

The U.S. escalates economic pressure on Cuba, sanctioning key leaders in a bid to influence change.

Jun 7, 2026• The Guardian World

Russia & Ukraine

French Navy Intercepts Russian Oil Tanker Amid Sanctions

In a coordinated effort, France and the UK seize a Russian oil tanker attempting to bypass sanctions.

Jun 1, 2026• Al Jazeera

Trump Watch

Cuba's Struggles Amid Trump's Oil Blockade

Cuba's private sector grapples with severe fuel shortages as US sanctions intensify.

May 9, 2026• Al Jazeera

Iran

China Halts Loans to US-Sanctioned Iranian Refiners

China's financial regulators respond to US sanctions, impacting Iranian oil and global energy markets.

May 7, 2026• Bloomberg

Iran

Iran Faces Economic Turmoil Amid Sanctions and War

As Iran's economy grapples with sanctions, flight activity increases in Tehran, but oil prices soar amidst uncertainty.

Apr 29, 2026• Al Jazeera

Iran

Iran's Oil Crisis: Storage Limits and Crypto Evasion Strategies

As Iranian oil storage nears capacity, Tehran adapts to sanctions through cryptocurrencies.

Apr 29, 2026• Al Jazeera

Iran

US-Israeli Conflict Undermines Sanctions on Iran

The ongoing war is reshaping international relations and Iran's economic landscape.

Apr 28, 2026• Al Jazeera

Iran

Second US-Sanctioned Supertanker Enters Gulf Amid Blockade

Despite US sanctions and a blockade, a second supertanker reaches the Gulf, escalating tensions in the region.

Apr 16, 2026• NDTV India

UAE & Gulf

Sanctioned Tankers Navigate Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions

Chinese-owned tanker exits Gulf, signaling potential shifts in maritime dynamics amid U.S. sanctions.

Apr 14, 2026• Al Jazeera