UN Security Council permanent members China and Russia backed Iran in rejecting a move by European countries to reimpose UN sanctions on Tehran loosened a decade ago under a nuclear agreement.


Russia & China shield Iran from European sanctions

China has announced sanctions against 13 U.S. defense companies, including firms specializing in drones and artificial intelligence, along with six top executives. The move comes in response to arms sales to Taiwan, which Beijing vehemently opposes. As Taiwan's primary foreign defense supplier, the United States maintains its support for the island, despite China's stance that Taiwan is a breakaway province. These sanctions mark Beijing's latest effort to push back against U.S.-Taiwan relations. Watch to know more!

China Sanctions 13 US Firms Over Taiwan Arms Deal, Opposes 'Foreign Engagement' | World News | WION

The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.

UK sanctions Russia-backed mercenaries, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps

The united states has imposed significant sanctions on approximately 400 entities and individuals globally, including 19 indian firms and two indian nationals. This action is part of a broader effort to disrupt support for russia’s military efforts in ukraine

19 Indian Firms on US Sanctions List

In a new move to support Ukraine in its war with Russia, the United States has imposed a new set of sanctions on more than 400 entities, accused of supporting Russia during its war with Ukraine.

US imposes new sanctions on 400 entities for aiding Russian invasion of Ukraine

The US State Department has sanctioned Tsav 9, describing it as a violent, extremist Israeli group, for blocking convoys delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza and assaulting trucks.

US imposes sanctions on Israeli group for blocking Gaza aid

Russia is winning the sanctions game. The sanctions aimed to reduce the inflow of petro dollars which is the key to financing the war against Ukraine. However, Russia's oil revenue rose 50% in May.

Russia's crude prices rise as the nation adapts to sanction |

The U.S. imposed sanctions on a former Bangladeshi General. The U.S. Department of State announced today the public designation of former General Aziz Ahmed. General Aziz faces sanctions over his alleged involvement in corruption.

Why did US impose sanctions on the former Bangalesdhi General?

#Gravitas | The U.S. has imposed sanctions on three Chinese and 1 Belarusian company for supplying parts to Pakistan's ballistic missile program. Pakistan has denied the allegations. The U.S. move is part of its efforts to disrupt and target 'proliferators of weapons of mass destruction'.

Gravitas: The Dangerous Pak-China Nuclear Nexus | Missile Parts Suppliers to Pak Sanctioned by US

The ongoing exodus of foreign companies from Russia has resulted in $385 million in revenues in 2024 so far. This stems from an exit tax policy implemented when companies began leaving Russia after the Ukraine invasion began. The policy requires departing businesses to contribute at least 10% of their sale price to the federal budget. Watch for more details!

Foreign companies' exit contributions in 2024 surpass $385 mn

New sanctions have been imposed against Russia. Fresh US sanctions on Moscow threaten to impact India as well. Russian oil sales to India will be impacted.

How new sanctions imposed against Russia can affect India

Russian President Vladimir Putin gifted a Russian-made car to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, said Pyongyang's state media on Tuesday (Feb 20), as the two countries bolster ties in areas of defence, tourism and others.

Putin gifts Russian-made car to North Korea's Kim Jong Un, violating UN sanctions

On the three-year anniversary of the coup in Myanmar, the United States intensified its sanctions on the military junta, targeting entities and individuals closely associated with it.

US imposes additional sanctions on Myanmar on third coup anniversary

The global oil market is experiencing significant shifts as reports emerge of potential sanctions easing on Venezuela contingent of course on the prospect of a competitive monitored presidential election. Meanwhile, the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has surprisingly left crude supplies relatively untouched.

Oil drops on reports of potential sanction easing in Venezuela

The United States has imposed sanctions on a China-based network responsible for producing and distributing "fentanyl, methamphetamine, and MDMA precursors," as per a statement by the treasury department.

US sanctions China-based drug network linked to deadly fentanyl crisis

In reaction to the Palestinian Authority's attempts to have the UN's top court issue an advisory opinion on the Israeli occupation, some 40 nations on Monday urged Israel to restore the sanctions it had placed on the Palestinian Authority earlier in the month.

Israel urged by around 40 nations to lift 'punitive' sanctions against Palestinians

South Korea, Japan and the United States are set to coordinate sanctions and close gaps in the international sanctions against North Korea. Watch this video to know more.

South Korea, U.S. and Japan to coordinate sanctions on North Korea

On Tuesday, the United States imposed penalties on companies it claimed were engaged in the development of Iranian drones or their transfer to Russia for use in attacks against civilian infrastructure in Ukraine.

US imposes sanctions on companies producing Iranian drones used by Russia in Ukraine

China has delayed a proposal by the United States and India to sanction Pakistan-based terrorist Abdul Rauf Azhar at UNSC meeting. Indian authorities said, 'China's actions expose its double speak'.

China delays bid to sanction Jaish terrorist; India calls China's move 'politically motivated'

Sri Lanka took delivery of Russian oil on Saturday despite US sanctions amid an acute foreign exchange crunch which has left the government unable to finance crude imports.

Sri Lanka buys Russian oil amid economic meltdown

A phased oil embargo has been announced by the European Union's chief executive on Wednesday, media reports said. This development seems to be the latest effort of the bloc to isolate Russia after it invaded Ukraine.

European Union looks to phase out Russian oil in six months, sanction more banks

On Thursday, Russia launched an all-out land, air, and sea invasion of Ukraine, the worst attack by one country against another in Europe since World War II, fulfilling the West's greatest fears.

Picture shows a Ukrainian crying near body of man killed in Russian strike

Hours after launching a full-scale military action against Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday clarified said that Kremlin had no other choice but to “invade” its neighbour’s borders, according to AFP.

‘No choice but to invade Ukraine to defend Russia’, says Vladimir Putin

In Nicaragua, the country's strong man Daniel Ortega has been sworn in as the president for a fourth consecutive year alongside him, first lady Rosario Murillo has also been sworn in for a second time as the vice president.

EU and United States widen sanctions as Daniel Ortega begins new term

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