Ministry of foreign affairs & Sanctions (law)
government department responsible for diplomacy
White House to announce new sanctions on Iran following Israel airstrike: White House will be imposing new sanctions on Iran, targeting Tehran’s missile and ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4598643-white-house-to-announce-new-sanctions-on-iran-following-israel-airstrike/
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
‘Stop list’: Russia sanctions ex-Victorian premier Daniel Andrews, 234 Australian state MPs
theage.com.au/world/europe/stop-list-russia-sanctions-ex-victorian-premier-daniel-andrews-234-australian-state-mps-20240418-p5fkpc.html
US says it will not renew easing of Venezuela oil sanctions unless progress made on elections
reuters.com/world/americas/us-says-it-will-not-renew-easing-venezuela-oil-sanctions-unless-progress-made-2024-04-15/
US, UK announce new sanctions on Iran after missile and drone strike on Israel: The United States and the United Kingdom announced widespread sanctions against ...
scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3259534/us-uk-announce-new-sanctions-iran-after-missile-and-drone-strike-israel
Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
Canada announces more sanctions on Belarus as opposition leader visits Ottawa: Canada is imposing more sanctions on officials in Belarus as the country's exiled ...
ctvnews.ca/politics/canada-announces-more-sanctions-on-belarus-as-opposition-leader-visits-ottawa-1.6847563
Sanctions Haven’t Stopped Notorious Serbian Arms Merchant Slobodan Tešić - OCCRP: Despite repeated rounds of sanctions, the notorious arms dealer Slobodan Tešić ...
occrp.org/en/investigations/sanctions-havent-stopped-notorious-serbian-arms-merchant-slobodan-tesic
Quick Glance: Sanctions Fail to Halt Notorious Serbian Arms Dealer Slobodan Tešić
- Despite sanctions, arms dealer Slobodan Tešić remains a dominant player in Serbia's weapons trade.
- A leaked chat suggests Tešić quietly took over M.M.P. Consulting, previously owned by his competitor.
- Tešić has defied international sanctions and continues to have a significant influence in the arms trade.
- His recent expansion by acquiring a company linked to his rival showcases his enduring dominance in the industry.
Israel urged other countries to impose sanctions on Iran following its attack.
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U.S., Canada target Belarus with sanctions over support for Russia's war, crackdown on dissent - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/04/16/Belarus-sanctions-with-Canada/1591713239730/
Canada announces sanctions for Sudan war, months after other Western governments
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-canada-announces-sanctions-for-sudan-war-months-after-other-western/
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Sanctions Haven’t Stopped Notorious Serbian Arms Merchant Slobodan Tešić - OCCRP: Despite repeated rounds of sanctions, the notorious arms dealer Slobodan Tešić ...
occrp.org/en/investigations/sanctions-havent-stopped-notorious-serbian-arms-merchant-slobodan-tesic
Quick Glance: Sanctions Fail to Halt Notorious Serbian Arms Dealer Slobodan Tešić
- Despite sanctions, arms dealer Slobodan Tešić remains a dominant player in Serbia's weapons trade.
- A leaked chat suggests Tešić quietly took over M.M.P. Consulting, previously owned by his competitor.
- Tešić has defied international sanctions and continues to have a significant influence in the arms trade.
- His recent expansion by acquiring a company linked to his rival showcases his enduring dominance in the industry.
U.S. imposes more than 500 new Russia sanctions after Navalny’s death: The Treasury Department on Friday announced an aggressive expansion of existing financial ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/02/23/us-sanctions-russia-navalny/
Quick Glance: US Targets Russia with Over 500 New Sanctions
- The US has announced over 500 new sanctions against Russia, including measures targeting Russia's main card payment system, financial and military institutions, and officials involved in the imprisonment of Alexei Navalny.
- The newly-announced US measures also include nearly 100 firms and individuals who will face export restrictions.
- Russian banks and military-industrial enterprises have adapted and developed workarounds to evade existing sanctions.
- The EU has also announced new sanctions, targeting nearly 200 companies and individuals accused of helping Russia procure weapons or being involved in the kidnapping of Ukrainian children - something Moscow denies.
France bans 28 Israeli settlers over West Bank violence: The sanctions affect 28 individuals, far more than the numbers recently listed by the UK and US.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68289482
U.S. and U.K. announce sanctions over China-linked hacks on election watchdog and lawmakers
nbcnews.com/tech/security/us-uk-announce-sanctions-china-linked-hacks-election-watchdog-lawmaker-rcna144962
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Quick Glance: UK Reacts to Navalny's Death with Sanctions
- Assets of six Russian prison bosses overseeing the Arctic penal colony where opposition leader Alexei Navalny died have been frozen.
- Those under sanctions are now prohibited from entering the UK.
- Key Western politicians attribute Navalny's death to the Russian authorities, including President Putin.
- The UK government demands the immediate release of Navalny's body to his family and a thorough, transparent investigation.
The US said on Tuesday it does not support a Pakistan-Iran gas pipeline project from going forward and cautioned about the risk of sanctions in doing business ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1824023/us-doesnt-support-pakistan-iran-gas-pipeline #DawnToday #Iran #US #Pakistan
Biden issues order targeting Israeli settlers who attack West Bank Palestinians: President Biden's executive order, issued Thursday, names four people and will ...
npr.org/2024/02/01/1228388748/biden-executive-order-israeli-settlers-west-bank-palestinians
Quick Glance: Challenges for Palestinians in the West Bank
- Daily struggles: Crossing through the Qalandiya checkpoint in the West Bank.
- Obstacles: Difficulties for Palestinians to travel from the West Bank to Jerusalem.
- Impact of restrictions: Violence, tensions, and Israeli limitations in the West Bank.
- Reduced accessibility: Shortened operating hours and fewer lanes at the checkpoint between the West Bank and Jerusalem.
China sanctions a US research firm and 2 individuals over reports on human rights abuses
apnews.com/article/china-us-xinjiang-human-rights-sanctions-c61afd3492e384a4ff702b4ee4ba0e80
Quick Glance: China Warns Against Philippines' Provocations
- China rejects Philippines' accusations and warns against provocations in the South China Sea.
- The Chinese Coast Guard took necessary enforcement measures that were justified and legitimate.
- The Philippine military spokesperson emphasizes that the country is not provoking conflict in the South China Sea.
- Manila pivots back to the United States, which supports the Southeast Asian nation in its maritime disputes with China.
Prague, Budapest hold up EU move to sanction violent Israeli settlers: An EU effort to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers attacking Palestinians in the West ...
reuters.com/world/prague-budapest-hold-up-eu-move-sanction-violent-israeli-settlers-2024-02-09/
China fires back at U.S. sanctions: Beijing's latest round of restrictions targets U.S.-based firms that gather open source data about business links to Xinjiang ...
axios.com/2023/12/29/us-china-sanctions-xinjiang
China sanctions 5 U.S. defense companies over Taiwan arms sales: China announced sanctions Sunday on five American defense-related companies in response to U.S ...
nbcnews.com/news/world/china-sanctions-5-us-defense-companies-taiwan-arms-sales-rcna132694
US announces visa bans for Israeli ‘extremist settlers’ in West Bank: The Biden administration announced Tuesday it will implement visa bans on Israelis viewed ...
thehill.com/policy/national-security/4343216-us-visa-bans-israeli-extremists-west-bank/
Quick Glance: US Imposes Travel Ban on Extremist West Bank Settlers
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces travel bans for extremist Jewish settlers in the West Bank.
- The bans are a response to a series of attacks on Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.
- The measure was announced after a warning to Israel about attacks by the Biden administration.
- The US is calling on Israel to hold extremist settlers accountable and take action to prevent further attacks.
A U.S. deal gave hope to Venezuelan political prisoners’ families. Sorrow followed.
washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/12/13/venezuela-sanctions-political-prisoners-2023/
Canada sanctions Kremlin propagandists, including Russian historians and defence minister's adviser
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/11/10/7428251/
In Michigan, Biden sanctions Israeli settlers as Arab American anger grows: US President Joe Biden announces action against illegal Zionist settlers as he visits ...
trtworld.com/americas/in-michigan-biden-sanctions-israeli-settlers-as-arab-american-anger-grows-16851249
US considering more measures against Venezuelan President Maduro after pulling some sanctions relief
apnews.com/article/venezuela-maduro-sanctions-treasury-south-america-f8ef19ec9240799137164df1d1aa1739
US to impose new visa curbs on Hong Kong officials over rights crackdown: WASHINGTON: The United States said on Friday it will impose new visa restrictions on a ...
arabnews.com/node/2485481/world
Quick Glance: New US Visa Restrictions on Hong Kong Officials
- The United States announced plans to impose new visa restrictions on multiple Hong Kong officials due to the crackdown on rights and freedoms in the Chinese-ruled territory.
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted China's actions violating Hong Kong's autonomy, democratic institutions, and rights and freedoms.
- The measures include new visa restrictions targeting Hong Kong officials responsible for the intensified crackdown on rights and freedoms.
- The announcement was a response to the recent enactment of a new national security law in Hong Kong, referred to as Article 23.
Moscow bans more EU officials and politicians from Russia in response to sanctions
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/02/23/Moscow-bans-more-EU-officials-and-politicians-from-Russia-in-response-to-sanctions
China criticizes U.S. sanctions on Russia's Arctic LNG-2 project: China's involvement in Russia's Arctic LNG-2 liquefied natural gas project should not be the ...
reuters.com/business/energy/china-criticizes-us-sanctions-russias-arctic-lng-2-project-2023-12-26/
U.S. announces new sanctions on Russia's weapons suppliers: The Biden administration is hitting hundreds of people and firms around the globe with new ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/u-s-announces-new-sanctions-on-russias-weapons-suppliers
Russia sanctions 22 UK nationals: The Russian Foreign Ministry announced Wednesday that UK officials, representatives of IT and law firms were blacklisted in ...
yenisafak.com/en/news/russia-sanctions-22-uk-nationals-3681027
Paid articlePaid US sanctions Chinese hackers accused of targeting critical infrastructure: The Biden administration sanctioned two Chinese nationals and a Wuhan-based company ...
thehill.com/policy/technology/4554567-us-sanctions-chinese-hackers-accused-of-targeting-critical-infrastructure/
U.S. adds new sanctions targeting North Korea's weapons program - UPI.com: The United States imposed new sanctions on six North Korean individuals and two ...
upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/03/27/US-sanctions-North-Korea-WMD-weapons-program/1681711594873/
EU vows new sanctions will be leveled on Russia over Alexei Navalny's death - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/02/20/belgium-EU-sanctions-Russia-Alexei-Navalny/9751708399268/
Kiwi ties to Myanmar mining spark sanction calls: Three years after a military takeover of Myanmar, New Zealand is being asked to take stronger action against ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/18/kiwi-ties-to-myanmar-mining-spark-sanction-calls/
Biden administration sanctions two West Bank outposts and three Israeli settlers: The focus on outposts signals a shift in the administration’s response to ...
nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/biden-administration-sanctions-two-west-bank-outposts-three-israeli-se-rcna143517
Quick Glance: Actions against West Bank settlements and Israeli settlers
- The US government is implementing sanctions against two Israeli settlements and three settlers who have undermined stability in the occupied West Bank.
- Moshe's Farm and Zvi's Farm were identified as sites of violence against Palestinians.
- In addition to the sanctions, Washington announced visa bans against settlers deemed extremist.
- The sanctions target individuals like Moshe Sharvit, Zvi Bar Yosef, and Neriya Ben Pazi involved in violence against Palestinians.
US unveils sanctions on Israeli individuals, entities for violence in West Bank: The United States unveiled new sanctions Thursday on Israeli individuals and ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4532176-us-sanctions-israelis-west-bank-violence/
US reimposing some Venezuela sanctions after opposition candidate ban: The U.S. government will pull back on some of its sanctions relief for Venezuela after the ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4437140-us-reimposing-some-venezuela-sanctions-after-opposition-candidate-ban/
The UK should expect retaliation after rebuking China for cyber-attack: Retaliatory sanctions are almost inevitable, and China may well find a handful of ...
inews.co.uk/news/world/uk-retaliation-china-cyber-attack-2975508
US tries to prevent Russia from controlling global LNG market: The US government is planning to prevent Russia from becoming one of the main exporters of ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/11/12/7428409/
David Cameron on collision course with IDS over ‘softer stance’ on China: The Foreign Secretary is facing questions from his predecessor as Tory leader over a ...
inews.co.uk/news/david-cameron-iain-duncan-smith-china-stance-2969760
More Than 67,000 Russians Officially Demanding The Release Of Navalny's Body To His Family
rferl.org/a/russians-demand-release-navalny-body/32827174.html
North Korea closes several overseas embassies amid sanctions woes - UPI.com: North Korea has shuttered its embassy in Spain, a document showed Wednesday ...
upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2023/11/01/North-Korea-embassy-Spain-Uganda-Angola-closing-sanctions/5121698826560/
Swiss neutrality initiative gains momentum: No more Russia sanctions: initiative would prohibit Switzerland from adopting sanctions against belligerent states.
swissinfo.ch/eng/foreign-affairs/swiss-neutrality-initiative-passes-100000-signature-hurdle/73961433
Despite their narrow focus, recent international sanctions against Israeli settlers are laying the foundations to turn verbal condemnations into tangible ... Show more www.972mag.com/sanctions-israel-settler-machine/
Russian-registered vehicles to remain on Finnish roads under specific conditions: Following the expiration of a six-month national transition period ...
helsinkitimes.fi/finland/finland-news/domestic/25013-russian-registered-vehicles-to-remain-on-finnish-roads-under-specific-conditions.html
Expert group backs autonomous sanctions for NZ: An advisory group's report finds gaps in New Zealand's diplomatic toolkit for handling human rights ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/05/expert-group-backs-autonomous-sanctions-for-nz/
Paid articlePaid U.S. to ease sanctions on Venezuelan oil for freer presidential election: The sanctions relief is to be announced after the socialist government of Nicolás ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2023/10/16/venezuela-us-sanctions-deal/
Quick Glance: U.S. to Ease Sanctions for Freer Presidential Election in Venezuela
- The U.S. will ease sanctions on Venezuela's oil industry.
- Venezuela will allow a competitive, internationally monitored presidential election.
- Sanctions relief will be announced after an agreement between Maduro's government and the opposition.
- Sanctions may be reversed if Maduro fails to comply with the agreement.
US State Department to impose new sanctions on Wagner, Russian air force: The sanctions target the Wagner Group, the Russian Aerospace Forces ...
kyivindependent.com/us-state-department-to-impose-new-sanctions-on-russian-entities-who-violate-nonproliferation-act/
Expert group backs autonomous sanctions for NZ: An advisory group's report finds gaps in New Zealand's diplomatic toolkit for handling human rights ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/03/05/expert-group-backs-autonomous-sanctions-for-nz/
Paid articlePaid UK Sanctions Key Figures Behind Kara-Murza’s 25-Year Sentence: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/17892-uk-sanctions-key-figures-behind-kara-murza-s-25-year-sentence
Singaporean wanted by US authorities charged with illegally exporting gasoil to North Korea
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singaporean-kwek-kee-seng-wanted-us-state-department-exporting-gasoil-north-korea-4004251
U.S. eases sanctions on Venezuelan oil after Maduro agrees to elections: The announcement came a day after the government of President Nicolás Maduro and the U.S ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2023/10/18/biden-eases-venezuela-oil-sanctions/
EU should enact measures to constrain actions of Aliyev regime to prevent aggression against Armenia -Ambassador Balayan
armenpress.am/eng/news/1131452.html
Taiwan mulls expansion of sanctions against Russia: New measures likely to focus on machine tool parts
taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/5104007
US working with allies over sanctions on Russian Arctic LNG project -State Dept: The U.S. is working closely with partner countries over sanctions on a Russian ...
reuters.com/business/energy/us-working-with-allies-over-sanctions-russian-arctic-lng-project-state-dept-2023-11-08/
Korea investigating company on US sanctions list over Russia connection: A Korea-based company sanctioned by the United States over its alleged connection to ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/02/120_369445.html
State Dept. official: If Putin wins Ukraine, tyrants 'will get hungry' with aspirations
pbs.org/newshour/show/state-dept-official-if-putin-wins-ukraine-tyrants-will-get-hungry-with-aspirations
S. Korea imposes sanctions on 11 vessels over N. Korea's illegal ship-to-ship transfers
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/01/103_367050.html
Right to describe Navalny’s death as ‘murder’, minister says: Alicia Kearns, the Foreign Affairs Committee chairwoman, had urged MPs to call out Russian ...
kentonline.co.uk/news/national/right-to-describe-navalny-s-death-as-murder-minister-says-110872/
Baltic borders are ‘prime destination’ for evading Russia sanctions – media: The Baltic border guard services and officers are aware that sanctioned goods are ...
lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/2196912/baltic-borders-are-prime-destination-for-evading-russia-sanctions-media
China to sanction 5 US manufacturers over arms sales to Taiwan - ministry: China will sanction five U.S. military manufacturers in response to the latest round ...
reuters.com/world/china-sanction-5-us-manufacturers-over-arms-sales-taiwan-ministry-2024-01-07/
Quick Glance: Steelers Beat Ravens, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
- Mason Rudolph connects with Diontae Johnson for a 71-yard touchdown.
- Steelers beat Ravens 17-10, inching closer to playoffs.
- Rudolph completes 18 of 20 passes for 152 yards, Harris racks up 112 yards and a touchdown.
- T.J. Watt leaves game with knee injury after recording two sacks.
Borrell: 'We can't impose sanctions on third countries that help Russia’
kyivindependent.com/borrell-we-cant-impose-sanctions-on-third-countries-that-help-russia/
West Bank: France imposes sanctions against violent Israeli settlers: Attacks on Palestinians have also intensified since the beginning of the Israel-Gaza war ...
spiegel.de/ausland/frankreich-verhaengt-sanktionen-gegen-gewalttaetige-israelische-siedler-a-6adeb22a-fdb2-4113-8438-fde5c0c748f9
Reimposition of US oil sanctions to hit Venezuela's revenue, fuel imports: The United States has announced it is pulling back part of the oil and gas sanctions ...
dailysabah.com/business/energy/reimposition-of-us-oil-sanctions-to-hit-venezuelas-revenue-fuel-imports
Borrell: 'We can't impose sanctions on third countries that help Russia’
kyivindependent.com/borrell-we-cant-impose-sanctions-on-third-countries-that-help-russia/
ICYMI: US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller says the Israeli settler violence in the West Bank has surged to “alarming levels.”
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Porsche Can't Sell Most Of Its Cars In The U.S. Right Now Because It Buys Chips From Belarus: Report [Update:
jalopnik.com/porsche-cant-sell-most-of-its-cars-in-the-u-s-right-no-1851235453
As Canada lags on Sudan sanctions, ex-ambassador suggests it could play a peace role
ctvnews.ca/canada/as-canada-lags-on-sudan-sanctions-ex-ambassador-suggests-it-could-play-a-peace-role-1.6756782
Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai was ‘mastermind and sponsor’ of foreign lobbying efforts, court hears
hongkongfp.com/2024/01/04/hong-kong-media-mogul-jimmy-lai-was-mastermind-and-sponsor-of-foreign-lobbying-efforts-court-hears/
Quick Glance: Jimmy Lai: Controversy Surrounding National Security Offenses
- Founder of Apple Daily in court in Hong Kong
- 76-year-old defendant under Beijing's National Security Law
- Potential life imprisonment upon conviction
- International outcry and test for Hong Kong's judiciary
U.S. imposes sanctions over Russia-North Korea arms deal - UPI.com: The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on three entities and one Russian accused of ...
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/01/12/Russia-North-Korea-sanctions-weapons-deal/9641705034825/
ANC cautions Canada against lifting arms embargo on Turkey : YEREVAN, JANUARY 23, ARMENPRESS. The Armenian National Committee of Canada has urged the Canadian ...
armenpress.am/eng/news/1128657.html
U.S. THREATENS REVOKING VENEZUELA GAS LICENCE: The U.S. State Department is threatening the re-imposition of sanctions on Venezuela's oil and natural gas ...
tv6tnt.com/news/7pmnews/u-s-threatens-revoking-venezuela-gas-licence/article_43c9525e-bfd3-11ee-b62d-17de6a4db4db.html
US reviewing Venezuelan sanctions policy in wake of court decision - State Dept: The United States is reviewing its sanctions policy against Venezuela after a ...
reuters.com/world/americas/us-reviewing-venezuelan-sanctions-policy-wake-court-decision-state-dept-2024-01-27/
China-Russia economic ties unshaken, China defends stake in LNG projects: The United States' imposition of sanctions on Russia's Arctic LNG-2 project has ...
wionews.com/videos/china-russia-economic-ties-unshaken-china-defends-stake-in-lng-projects-674029
Tajikistan, Turkmenistan Again Designated as Religious Freedom Violators, Granted Waivers
thediplomat.com/2024/01/tajikistan-turkmenistan-again-designated-as-religious-freedom-violators-granted-waivers/
U.S. State Department raises alarm as IAEA report details Iran's growing uranium production - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/US/2023/12/28/IAEA-report-says-Iran-upped-uranium-by-nearly-two-thirds/3611703801075/
South Korea imposes sanctions linked to North Korea weapon development: South Korea has sanctioned two individuals, three entities and 11 ships linked to North ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/south-korea-imposes-sanctions-linked-north-korea-weapon-development-2024-01-17/
Ukraine’s effort to isolate Russia’s economy through ‘International Sponsors of War’ list
kyivindependent.com/ukraines-effort-to-isolate-russias-economy-through-international-sponsors-of-war-list/
China MoFA LIVE: China Protests to Myanmar After Stray Artillery Shells Hurt Five
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