The U.S. has imposed steep duties on India and Brazil, raising trade tensions. Russian President Vladimir Putin has denounced what he calls “discriminatory” sanctions targeting BRICS nations, escalating the global economic standoff.


Putin calls out 'discriminatory' sanctions against BRICS nations

The European Union remains divided when it comes to Gaza, EU High Representative Kaja Kallas said after the informal meeting of the bloc's foreign ministers in Copenhagen.



EU Member States Split Over Gaza at Their Copenhagen Meet; Calls for New Russia Sanctions

Iran signals readiness for talks if Western countries show goodwill, as Europe prepares to reimpose sanctions amid ongoing tensions. The move highlights growing diplomatic challenges and efforts to address Iran’s nuclear program and regional activities.


12-day war sets off Iran sanctions crisis 

The decision by European countries to impose “snapback” sanctions against Iran may further exacerbate international tensions, experts say, as fears of a regional war loom over the Middle East.



Tehran Accused of Violating 2015 Nuclear Agreement, Faces Return of UN Sanctions

Iran rejects European conditions, threatens of severe consequences

Iran signals readiness for talks if Western countries show goodwill, as Europe prepares to reimpose sanctions amid ongoing tensions. The move highlights growing diplomatic challenges and efforts to address Iran’s nuclear program and regional activities.

'Iran ready for talks if west shows goodwill': Europe moves to reimpose sanctions on Iran

Russian forces claim to have captured their first village in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, a major development in the ongoing conflict. The village of Dachne is reportedly under Russian control, marking Moscow's first claimed foothold in this strategic area.

Ukrainian officials acknowledge limited Russian incursions, but deny any major breakthroughs—calling Russia’s narrative exaggerated and misleading.


 Trump warns Putin of sanctions | Zelensky admits Russian win in Dnipro 

Iran has firmly rejected Europe’s push to extend the sanctions deadline, warning that Germany, France, and the UK have no authority to trigger snapback sanctions.


Iran under pressure to resume nuclear talks with US & re-engage with IAEA

Iran has firmly rejected Europe’s push to extend the sanctions deadline, warning that Germany, France, and the UK have no authority to trigger snapback sanctions.

Iran rejects Europe’s sanctions deadline, warns against snapback measures 

Netanyahu's plan to send all Palestinians in Gaza to South Sudan

Over a 100 Bandits killed in an airstrike by Nigeria's Air Force

& Serbia rocked by protests as students clash with riot police in Novi Sad

Mohammed Saleh gets you an in-depth analysis of the world's biggest warzones of the week in #WorldAtWar 

Why Trump's Threat of Sanctions will not deter Russia on the Ukrainian Battlefield?

Nayara Energy’s refinery in Vadinar, Gujarat is India’s second largest. It produces 4,00,000 barrels per day and operates more than 6,300 petrol pumps across India. The company has reportedly been in talks with Reliance Industries Ltd. for a stake sale.

EU’s new sanctions on Russia to affect oil refinery in India’s Gujarat

NATO Chief’s comments come as US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose “biting” secondary tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries that continue purchasing Russian goods, including oil, if there is no peace deal within the next 50 days.

NATO Chief warns India, China, and Brazil of sanctions over continued trade with Russia

US President Donald Trump has issued a new warning against buyers of Iranian oil. He warned that countries buying oil or petrochemicals from Iran will face ‘secondary sanctions’. They will not be allowed to conduct any business with the United States. His warning comes amid delayed talks on Iran’s nuclear program.

Donald Trump THREATENS nations with fresh sanctions | Trump boycotts Iranian oil

New U.S. sanctions against Iran's energy sector point to Washington's "lack of goodwill and seriousness" over dialogue with Tehran, Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Wednesday ahead of Iran-U.S. nuclear talks this weekend.

Iran Slams ‘Hostile’ US Sanctions Ahead Of New Talks

#Gravitas Iran is making major strides in its space ambitions and it is doing so, with the help of Russia.

Iran Seeks Russian Help To Supercharge Space Program

World: China does not recognise U.S. sanctions and is the largest importer of Iranian oil. China and Iran have built a trading system that uses mostly Chinese yuan and a network of middlemen, avoiding the dollar and exposure to U.S. regulators.

US slaps sanctions on Chinese refinery for buying Iranian crude oil worth over $1bn

Hungary and Slovakia are resisting the European Union's proposed sanctions against Russia. Hungary has demanded that several powerful businessmen be removed from the EU blacklist, even as Brussels is racing to find a compromise in the face of a deadline that ends on Saturday. Over the last 3 years, the EU has imposed sanctions on over 2,400 individuals and companies linked to Moscow's war effort. They include Vladimir Putin, Sergei Lavrov, and key oligarchs, and the list is renewed every 6 months. But Hungary, now joined by Slovakia, has been trying to weaken the measure. Watch in for more details!

Sanctions at risk as Hungary and Slovakia hold up agreement

Donald Trump has declared that, if Canada does not withdraw it, his administration could impose reciprocal tariffs on Canadian dairy and lumber products as soon as Friday.  

Trump Canada: Donald Trump Slams Canada Of Riping Off US For Years | Trump News | US News | WION

On his Truth Social platform on Friday, Trump avoided condemning Russia’s invasion, which has been denounced as an unjustified crime of aggression under the United Nations Charter.

Russia Ukraine War: Trump Warns Russia Of Heavy Sanctions, Tariffs Over Ukraine Bombing | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump said India has agreed to cut its tariffs “way down” as he reiterated his claim that the country charges America massive tariffs that make it difficult to sell products there.

India US Relation: Trump Says India Want To Reduce Tariffs | Trump News | WION

President Donald Trump has announced that he is considering sanctions, banking restrictions, and tariffs on Russia in response to its escalating offensive in Ukraine. He stated that these measures would remain until a ceasefire and a final settlement agreement are reached. The move signals growing US pressure on Moscow as the conflict intensifies.

Trump considers sanctions and tariffs on Russia amid war

Australia and New Zealand have joined the US and EU in sanctioning Aimani Kadyrova, mother of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov, over allegations of forcibly taking children out of Ukraine. The move intensifies global pressure on Putin loyalists.

Sanctions imposed on Kadyrov’s mother over Ukraine abductions

Despite sanctions and geopolitical tensions, the European Union continues to import Russian fossil fuels in significant volumes. According to the Centre for Research on Energy & Clean Air, the EU spent $23 billion on Russian fossil fuels in 2024. This is a 6% drop in value year-on-year but only a 1% reduction in volume. Notably, the EU’s fossil fuel imports from Russia exceeded the $19.5 billion in financial aid it provided to Ukraine in 2024.

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Putin calls out 'discriminatory' sanctions against BRICS nations

EU Member States Split Over Gaza at Their Copenhagen Meet; Calls for New Russia Sanctions

12-day war sets off Iran sanctions crisis

12-day war sets off Iran sanctions crisis

Tehran Accused of Violating 2015 Nuclear Agreement, Faces Return of UN Sanctions

Iran rejects European conditions, threatens of severe consequences

'Iran ready for talks if west shows goodwill': Europe moves to reimpose sanctions on Iran

Trump warns Putin of sanctions | Zelensky admits Russian win in Dnipro

Iran under pressure to resume nuclear talks with US & re-engage with IAEA

Iran rejects Europe’s sanctions deadline, warns against snapback measures

Why Trump's Threat of Sanctions will not deter Russia on the Ukrainian Battlefield?

EU’s new sanctions on Russia to affect oil refinery in India’s Gujarat

NATO Chief warns India, China, and Brazil of sanctions over trade with Russia

Donald Trump THREATENS nations with fresh sanctions | Trump boycotts Iranian oil

Iran Slams ‘Hostile’ US Sanctions Ahead Of New Talks

Iran Seeks Russian Help To Supercharge Space Program

US slaps sanctions on Chinese refinery for buying Iranian crude oil worth over $1bn

Sanctions at risk as Hungary and Slovakia hold up agreement

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Russia Ukraine War: Trump Warns Russia Of Heavy Sanctions, Tariffs Over Ukraine Bombing | WION

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Trump considers sanctions and tariffs on Russia amid war

Sanctions imposed on Kadyrov’s mother over Ukraine abductions

Russia’s ‘hub tankers’ drive sanction evasion