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The U.S. has sanctioned an Indian company and several individuals for allegedly shipping Iranian oil to China, violating U.S. sanctions. This move intensifies tensions between the U.S. and both India and China, as the U.S. continues to apply pressure on countries involved in Iranian oil trade, further complicating international relations in the region. Watch in for more details!

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The United States unveiled sanctions Tuesday against Iranian and Russian organizations, alleging they had sought to interfere in the US election.
The groups targeted were the Cognitive Design Production Center, a subordinate organization of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and the Moscow-based Center for Geopolitical Expertise.
"The Governments of Iran and Russia have targeted our election processes and institutions and sought to divide the American people through targeted disinformation campaigns," said Bradley Smith, Acting Under Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence.
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State Department spokesman Matthew Miller added in a separate statement that the United States closely monitors "efforts by malicious actors to influence or interfere in the integrity of our elections."
"We remain committed to promoting accountability for state-sponsored actors who attempt to undermine public trust in our democratic institutions," Miller said.
The groups, which are affiliates of the IRGC and the Russian Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) respectively, "aimed to stoke socio-political tensions and influence the US electorate," said the US Treasury Department.
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It added that the Cognitive Design Production Center had planned influence operations since at least 2023, to "incite socio-political tensions among the US electorate in the lead up to the 2024 US elections, on behalf of the IRGC."
The Center for Geopolitical Expertise, meanwhile, was said to direct and subsidize the production of deepfakes -- &nbsp;manipulations of genuine audio, photos or video of people to create false likenesses -- while circulating disinformation about candidates in the 2024 US election, the Treasury added.&nbsp;
Besides the center, its director Valery Mikhaylovich Korovin was also hit by sanctions.
The sanctions add to earlier ones imposed on the IRGC, GRU, and other proxy groups.
Earlier this year, the US government charged that Iranian authorities sought to undermine confidence in US democratic institutions.
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They allegedly used "social engineering and other efforts to gain access to individuals with direct access to the presidential campaigns of both parties," the Treasury said.
In a separate notice, the Treasury Department also announced sanctions Tuesday on Russian judge Olesya Mendeleeva over the detention of former Moscow city councilor Alexei Gorinov.
Gorinov had been convicted for speaking out against Moscow's war in Ukraine.
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"Russia's manipulation of its legal system silences dissent and suffocates the truth about Russia's indefensible war against Ukraine," Smith of the Treasury added.
On Monday, the UN special rapporteur on human rights in Russia called for the immediate and unconditional release of Gorinov.
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World: The groups targeted were the Cognitive Design Production Center, a subordinate organization of Iran's IRGC and the Moscow-based Center for Geopolitical Expertise.

The United States unveiled sanctions Tuesday against Iranian and Russian organizations, alleging they had sought to interfere in the US election. The groups targeted were the Cognitive Design Production Center, a subordinate organization of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and the Moscow-based Center for Geopolitical Expertise. "The Governments of Iran and Russia have targeted our election processes and institutions and sought to divide the American people through targeted disinformation campaigns," said Bradley Smith, Acting Under Secretary of the Treasury for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence. Also read: Biden: No strikes on Iran ‘today,’ but targeting its oil facilities remains an option State Department spokesman Matthew Miller added in a separate statement that the United States closely monitors "efforts by malicious actors to influence or interfere in the integrity of our elections." "We remain committed to promoting accountability for state-sponsored actors who attempt to undermine public trust in our democratic institutions," Miller said. The groups, which are affiliates of the IRGC and the Russian Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU) respectively, "aimed to stoke socio-political tensions and influence the US electorate," said the US Treasury Department. Also read: US can 'deploy forces on short notice' to prevent Iran from 'expanding the conflict': Pentagon It added that the Cognitive Design Production Center had planned influence operations since at least 2023, to "incite socio-political tensions among the US electorate in the lead up to the 2024 US elections, on behalf of the IRGC." The Center for Geopolitical Expertise, meanwhile, was said to direct and subsidize the production of deepfakes -- manipulations of genuine audio, photos or video of people to create false likenesses -- while circulating disinformation about candidates in the 2024 US election, the Treasury added. Besides the center, its director Valery Mikhaylovich Korovin was also hit by sanctions. The sanctions add to earlier ones imposed on the IRGC, GRU, and other proxy groups. Earlier this year, the US government charged that Iranian authorities sought to undermine confidence in US democratic institutions. Also read: Palestinian leader predicts Trump will 'destroy' Iran: Report They allegedly used "social engineering and other efforts to gain access to individuals with direct access to the presidential campaigns of both parties," the Treasury said. In a separate notice, the Treasury Department also announced sanctions Tuesday on Russian judge Olesya Mendeleeva over the detention of former Moscow city councilor Alexei Gorinov. Gorinov had been convicted for speaking out against Moscow's war in Ukraine. Also read: Iran slams Israel for 'brazen admission' of killing Hamas leader Haniyeh, calls it 'heinous crime' "Russia's manipulation of its legal system silences dissent and suffocates the truth about Russia's indefensible war against Ukraine," Smith of the Treasury added. On Monday, the UN special rapporteur on human rights in Russia called for the immediate and unconditional release of Gorinov. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US imposes sanctions on Iran, Russian groups over election interference

China has sanctioned seven military-industrial companies and related senior executives over U.S. arms assistance and sales to Taiwan, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday.
Boeing subsidiary Insitu Inc., RTX Inc.'s Raytheon Canada and Raytheon Australia, as well as Hudson Technologies Co. are among the companies listed by the ministry in a statement.
The US recently approved USD 571.3 million in defence support for Taiwan, after giving the go-ahead to arms sales worth an estimated USD 385 million.
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China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has never renounced the use of force to bring the island under its control. Taiwan strongly objects to China's sovereignty claims and says only the island's people can decide their future.
The US is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties between Washington and Taipei.
The sanctions will freeze the companies and executives' assets in China and ban organizations and individuals in China from trading or collaborating with them, the ministry said.
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The US move "seriously undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity," a ministry spokesperson said in a regular press briefing on Friday.
China urges the US to abide by the one-China principle and stop arming Taiwan, the spokesperson Mao Ning said, adding that Beijing will "take all necessary measures" to safeguard its security and interests.
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World: Boeing subsidiary Insitu Inc., RTX Inc.'s Raytheon Canada and Raytheon Australia, as well as Hudson Technologies Co. are among the companies listed by the ministry.

China has sanctioned seven military-industrial companies and related senior executives over U.S. arms assistance and sales to Taiwan, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday. Boeing subsidiary Insitu Inc., RTX Inc.'s Raytheon Canada and Raytheon Australia, as well as Hudson Technologies Co. are among the companies listed by the ministry in a statement. The US recently approved USD 571.3 million in defence support for Taiwan, after giving the go-ahead to arms sales worth an estimated USD 385 million. Also read: China 'firmly opposes' outgoing US President Biden's approval of $571.3 million military aid for Taiwan China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has never renounced the use of force to bring the island under its control. Taiwan strongly objects to China's sovereignty claims and says only the island's people can decide their future. The US is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties between Washington and Taipei. The sanctions will freeze the companies and executives' assets in China and ban organizations and individuals in China from trading or collaborating with them, the ministry said. Also read: Pentagon releases annual report on China's military developments showing disturbing rise in nukes The US move "seriously undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity," a ministry spokesperson said in a regular press briefing on Friday. China urges the US to abide by the one-China principle and stop arming Taiwan, the spokesperson Mao Ning said, adding that Beijing will "take all necessary measures" to safeguard its security and interests. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

China sanctions seven military firms over US aid to Taiwan

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&nbsp;The United States on Thursday sanctioned two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate involved in making and shipping attack drones and warned the two countries to halt cooperation boosting the Ukraine war effort.

New&nbsp;sanctions&nbsp;target a Chinese company, Xiamen Limbach Aircraft Engine Co Ltd, that makes the engine powering Russia's Garpiya series long-range unmanned aerial vehicles, the US&nbsp;Treasury Department said.

The measures also hit China-based Redlepus&nbsp;Vector Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd for its role in the drones' shipment and an affiliated Russian person and company.

The drones are believed to have been&nbsp;used against military and civilian targets in Ukraine, damaging critical infrastructure and inflicting both civilian and military casualties. Reuters was first to report last month that the new Russian drones were being made&nbsp;using Chinese engines and parts.

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"While the United States previously imposed&nbsp;sanctions&nbsp;on [People's Republic of China] entities providing critical inputs to Russia's military-industrial base, these are the first U.S.&nbsp;sanctions&nbsp;imposed on PRC entities directly developing and producing complete weapons systems in partnership with Russian firms," said State Department spokesman Matthew Miller.

A senior Biden administration official said the actions by the Chinese companies were at odds with what the Chinese government has said privately about its intentions.

The Chinese embassy spokesperson in Washington, Liu Pengyu, repeated China's opposition to&nbsp;sanctions&nbsp;and said it was handling the export of military products responsibly.

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"The US&nbsp;makes false accusations against China's normal trade with Russia, just as it continues to pour unprecedented military aid into Ukraine," the spokesperson said. "This is (the) typical double standard, and extremely hypocritical and irresponsible."

The Chinese companies could not be immediately reached out of office hours and the Russian government also could not be immediately be reached for comment.

The moves come as deepening cooperation between Russia and other countries, including China, has thwarted Washington's effort to disable Russia's war effort in Ukraine, which grinds on as Moscow's forces advance in the east.

US President Joe Biden is headed to Germany for talks with European allies set to include discussion of Ukraine's war strategy. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is pushing a "victory plan" that he hopes will end Russia's more than 2-1/2-year-old invasion.

Biden has sought to ease tensions with China even while rebuking its government for supporting Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to meet on the sidelines of the October&nbsp;22-24 BRICS summit in Russia, and Washington is watching for signs of further cooperation, according to senior Biden administration officials.

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The United States on Thursday sanctioned two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate involved in making and shipping attack drones and warned the two countries to halt cooperation boosting the Ukraine war effort.

The United States on Thursday sanctioned two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate involved in making and shipping attack drones and warned the two countries to halt cooperation boosting the Ukraine war effort. New sanctions target a Chinese company, Xiamen Limbach Aircraft Engine Co Ltd, that makes the engine powering Russia's Garpiya series long-range unmanned aerial vehicles, the US Treasury Department said. The measures also hit China-based Redlepus Vector Industry Shenzhen Co Ltd for its role in the drones' shipment and an affiliated Russian person and company. The drones are believed to have been used against military and civilian targets in Ukraine, damaging critical infrastructure and inflicting both civilian and military casualties. Reuters was first to report last month that the new Russian drones were being made using Chinese engines and parts. Also read: Here's everything you need to know about Zelensky's 'Victory Plan' for Ukraine "While the United States previously imposed sanctions on [People's Republic of China] entities providing critical inputs to Russia's military-industrial base, these are the first U.S. sanctions imposed on PRC entities directly developing and producing complete weapons systems in partnership with Russian firms," said State Department spokesman Matthew Miller. A senior Biden administration official said the actions by the Chinese companies were at odds with what the Chinese government has said privately about its intentions. The Chinese embassy spokesperson in Washington, Liu Pengyu, repeated China's opposition to sanctions and said it was handling the export of military products responsibly. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Biden To Hold Virtual Meeting Of Ukraine's Allies In November × "The US makes false accusations against China's normal trade with Russia, just as it continues to pour unprecedented military aid into Ukraine," the spokesperson said. "This is (the) typical double standard, and extremely hypocritical and irresponsible." The Chinese companies could not be immediately reached out of office hours and the Russian government also could not be immediately be reached for comment. The moves come as deepening cooperation between Russia and other countries, including China, has thwarted Washington's effort to disable Russia's war effort in Ukraine, which grinds on as Moscow's forces advance in the east. US President Joe Biden is headed to Germany for talks with European allies set to include discussion of Ukraine's war strategy. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is pushing a "victory plan" that he hopes will end Russia's more than 2-1/2-year-old invasion. Biden has sought to ease tensions with China even while rebuking its government for supporting Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to meet on the sidelines of the October 22-24 BRICS summit in Russia, and Washington is watching for signs of further cooperation, according to senior Biden administration officials. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US imposes sanctions on Chinese companies for helping Russia make drones to attack Ukraine

Spanish authorities on Tuesday said they had arrested four people suspected of orchestrating a sanctions-busting commercial network after intercepting 13 tonnes of chemical products bound for Russia.

The investigation began in 2022 after Western countries imposed waves of sanctions on Russia to prevent it from acquiring equipment and technologies for its invasion of Ukraine.

Police and customs officials impounded the chemical products found in a container in the port of Barcelona, Spanish national police said in a statement.

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A police spokeswoman told AFP the four suspects were arrested in the northeastern Catalonia region on October 8 and have appeared before an investigating judge.

Spanish authorities had in initial findings detected a company managed by "citizens of Russian origin" who had developed a network to illegally supply chemical products to Russia, the statement said.

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The firm sent the goods to its Moscow-based subsidiary through a series of shadow companies in countries such as Armenia or Kyrgyzstan, with the deliveries reaching Russia by land, police added.

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Spanish authorities on Tuesday said they had arrested four people suspected of orchestrating a sanctions-busting commercial network after intercepting 13 tonnes of chemical products bound for Russia.

Spanish authorities on Tuesday said they had arrested four people suspected of orchestrating a sanctions-busting commercial network after intercepting 13 tonnes of chemical products bound for Russia. The investigation began in 2022 after Western countries imposed waves of sanctions on Russia to prevent it from acquiring equipment and technologies for its invasion of Ukraine. Police and customs officials impounded the chemical products found in a container in the port of Barcelona, Spanish national police said in a statement. Also read: 'Will make everyone shudder': Russia warns US for imposing sanctions on state-funded RT News A police spokeswoman told AFP the four suspects were arrested in the northeastern Catalonia region on October 8 and have appeared before an investigating judge. Spanish authorities had in initial findings detected a company managed by "citizens of Russian origin" who had developed a network to illegally supply chemical products to Russia, the statement said. Watch | Sanctions Struggle To Contain Russian Oil × The firm sent the goods to its Moscow-based subsidiary through a series of shadow companies in countries such as Armenia or Kyrgyzstan, with the deliveries reaching Russia by land, police added. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Spain busts firm sending chemicals to Russia evading sanctions, arrests four

A US labour board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees' rights to organise and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules.

The National Labor Relations Board in the complaint announced late on Monday claims Apple required employees nationwide to sign illegal confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-compete agreements and imposed overly broad misconduct and social media policies.

The complaint accuses Apple of "interfering with, restraining, and coercing employees in the exercise of" their rights under federal labor law.

Apple, in a statement provided by a spokesperson, said it has always respected its employees' rights to discuss wages, hours, and working conditions, which is reflected in its employment policies.

"We strongly disagree with these claims and will continue to share the facts at the hearing," the company said.

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If Apple does not settle the case, it will be heard by an administrative judge beginning in January. The agency is seeking to require Apple to rescind the allegedly unlawful rules and notify its entire US&nbsp;workforce of their legal rights.

Administrative judges' decisions can be reviewed by the five-member labor board, whose rulings can be appealed to federal appeals courts.

The complaint stems from charges filed against Apple in 2021 by Ashley Gjovik, a former senior engineering manager at the company. Gjovik said various Apple rules, including those relating to confidentiality and social media use, deter employees from discussing issues such as pay equity and sex discrimination with each other and the media.

Gjovik also filed a lawsuit in California federal court in May accusing Apple of illegally retaliating against her for filing the NLRB complaints and attempting to organize other workers. Apple has denied wrongdoing and has moved to dismiss the case.

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The company is facing at least two other pending NLRB cases claiming it fired an employee at its Cupertino, California headquarters for criticising managers and illegally interfered with a union campaign at a retail store in Atlanta. The company has denied wrongdoing.

The NLRB in May ruled that the manager of an Apple store in Manhattan unlawfully interrogated an employee about his support for a union. Two Apple stores in the US have unionised since 2022, and unions are working to organize several other locations.

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A US labour board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees' rights to organise and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules.

A US labour board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees' rights to organise and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules. The National Labor Relations Board in the complaint announced late on Monday claims Apple required employees nationwide to sign illegal confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-compete agreements and imposed overly broad misconduct and social media policies. The complaint accuses Apple of "interfering with, restraining, and coercing employees in the exercise of" their rights under federal labor law. Apple, in a statement provided by a spokesperson, said it has always respected its employees' rights to discuss wages, hours, and working conditions, which is reflected in its employment policies. "We strongly disagree with these claims and will continue to share the facts at the hearing," the company said. Also read: Tech firms slash business travel in 2023, but Alphabet and Apple fall behind: Study If Apple does not settle the case, it will be heard by an administrative judge beginning in January. The agency is seeking to require Apple to rescind the allegedly unlawful rules and notify its entire US workforce of their legal rights. Administrative judges' decisions can be reviewed by the five-member labor board, whose rulings can be appealed to federal appeals courts. The complaint stems from charges filed against Apple in 2021 by Ashley Gjovik, a former senior engineering manager at the company. Gjovik said various Apple rules, including those relating to confidentiality and social media use, deter employees from discussing issues such as pay equity and sex discrimination with each other and the media. Gjovik also filed a lawsuit in California federal court in May accusing Apple of illegally retaliating against her for filing the NLRB complaints and attempting to organize other workers. Apple has denied wrongdoing and has moved to dismiss the case. Watch | Apple Tax To Help Ireland's Economic Security × The company is facing at least two other pending NLRB cases claiming it fired an employee at its Cupertino, California headquarters for criticising managers and illegally interfered with a union campaign at a retail store in Atlanta. The company has denied wrongdoing. The NLRB in May ruled that the manager of an Apple store in Manhattan unlawfully interrogated an employee about his support for a union. Two Apple stores in the US have unionised since 2022, and unions are working to organize several other locations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US labour board accuses Apple of imposing illegal workplace rules

Russia’s economy has defied expectations, growing by 4.4 percent in the first seven months of 2023 despite facing multiple western sanctions. This is significantly higher than the 3.2 percent growth forecasted by the IMF.

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Britain will keep under review possible new sanctions against Israeli settlers in the West Bank and will act if it has to, foreign minister David Lammy said on Sunday. Watch in for more details!

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China has been urged to strengthen its national security mechanisms to safeguard its growing overseas interests.

According to study times, a key communist party publication, China’s global investments face rising risks due to international sanctions and trade barriers.

The article stresses the importance of making supply chains more resilient.

It also proposes the creation of an all-weather early warning system to protect overseas projects from sanctions and interference.

The article comes as China grapples with economic tensions, including a prolonged trade war with the United States.

Countries like the US, European union, and Canada have imposed restrictions on key Chinese exports, Including solar panels and electric vehicles.

This adds to the challenges for China’s trillion-dollar global supply chain.

The publication suggests that safeguarding these interests should be a top priority, with a focus on balancing security and development. Amid growing geopolitical tensions, study times also advocates for greater international law enforcement cooperation to protect Chinese firms and investments abroad.

The article highlights the need for China to develop a stronger legal framework for foreign-related matters.

It also urges the country to secure its vital supply chains and industrial networks to ensure long-term economic stability.

China has been urged to strengthen its national security mechanisms to safeguard its growing overseas interests. According to study times, a key communist party publication, China’s global investments face rising risks due to international sanctions and trade barriers.

China has been urged to strengthen its national security mechanisms to safeguard its growing overseas interests. According to study times, a key communist party publication, China’s global investments face rising risks due to international sanctions and trade barriers. The article stresses the importance of making supply chains more resilient. It also proposes the creation of an all-weather early warning system to protect overseas projects from sanctions and interference. The article comes as China grapples with economic tensions, including a prolonged trade war with the United States. Countries like the US, European union, and Canada have imposed restrictions on key Chinese exports, Including solar panels and electric vehicles. This adds to the challenges for China’s trillion-dollar global supply chain. The publication suggests that safeguarding these interests should be a top priority, with a focus on balancing security and development. Amid growing geopolitical tensions, study times also advocates for greater international law enforcement cooperation to protect Chinese firms and investments abroad. The article highlights the need for China to develop a stronger legal framework for foreign-related matters. It also urges the country to secure its vital supply chains and industrial networks to ensure long-term economic stability.

China pressed to safeguard global footprint

China has been advised to strengthen its measures to protect against global trade sanctions. This recommendation comes as the country faces increasing economic pressure from international trade restrictions. Enhancing protective strategies could help China mitigate the impact of these sanctions on its economy and global trade relationships.

China Advised To Enhance Protection Against Global Trade Sanctions

The U.S. has sanctioned a spyware firm led by a former IDF officer, raising concerns about the global reach of spying technology. With this powerful tool being used to target dissidents and journalists, are we all vulnerable to such surveillance? Explore the potential risks and what this means for privacy and security.

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The Biden administration said on Wednesday that it will announce a series of sanctions targeting Russian government-sponsored attempts to manipulate US public opinion ahead of the upcoming US presidential elections in November, two senior officials told NBC News.&nbsp;

Some of the alleged manipulation has been through a Russian-backed media network Russia Today, the sources confirmed.

The administration's move will include Treasury sanctions and a law enforcement action by the Department of Justice.&nbsp;

Moreover, Attorney General Merrick Garland is likely to speak publicly on Wednesday afternoon about the announcement.&nbsp;

The Treasury Department said that executives at RT, a Russian-backed media network, went&nbsp;beyond using tools like AI deep fakes and disinformation and "began an even more nefarious effort to covertly recruit unwitting American influencers in support of their malign influence campaign."

"RT used a front company to disguise its own involvement or&nbsp;the involvement of the Russian government in content meant to influence U.S. audiences," the Treasury Department said.

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Earlier, the US intelligence agencies evaluated that Moscow wanted to interfere in the 2024 US elections and flagged RT as a source of Russian propaganda and disinformation and required it to register as a foreign agent.&nbsp;

An ODNI report released publicly in 2017, following Russia's efforts in the 2016 election, stated, that RT's editor-in-chief Margarita Simonyan “has close ties to top Russian Government officials” and has stated publicly that “the Russian Government sets rating and viewership requirements for RT and, 'since RT receives budget from the state, it must complete tasks given by the state."&nbsp;

After multiple US investigations, Russia was found to have intervened in the 2016 presidential elections. According to the probes, the efforts were intended to help Donald Trump win the election over Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton.&nbsp;

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<h2>Biden administration had concerns about possible Russian interference</h2>

In February, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said the Biden administration had "concerns" about possible Russian interference in the 2024 US elections.

“This is not about politics,” Sullivan said. “This is about national security. It is about a foreign country, a foreign adversary, seeking to manipulate the politics and democracy of the United States of America.”

In July, the Director of National Intelligence's office said that Russia is seeking influence over the US elections to undermine support for the Democratic presidential nominee and American public support for arming Ukraine.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Biden administration said on Wednesday that it will announce a series of sanctions targeting Russian government-sponsored attempts to manipulate US public opinion ahead of the upcoming US presidential elections in November, two senior officials told NBC News.

The Biden administration said on Wednesday that it will announce a series of sanctions targeting Russian government-sponsored attempts to manipulate US public opinion ahead of the upcoming US presidential elections in November, two senior officials told NBC News. Some of the alleged manipulation has been through a Russian-backed media network Russia Today, the sources confirmed. The administration's move will include Treasury sanctions and a law enforcement action by the Department of Justice. Moreover, Attorney General Merrick Garland is likely to speak publicly on Wednesday afternoon about the announcement. The Treasury Department said that executives at RT, a Russian-backed media network, went beyond using tools like AI deep fakes and disinformation and "began an even more nefarious effort to covertly recruit unwitting American influencers in support of their malign influence campaign." "RT used a front company to disguise its own involvement or the involvement of the Russian government in content meant to influence U.S. audiences," the Treasury Department said. Also read: 'Melania Trump wants Kamala Harris to win': Ex-Donald Trump aide makes surprising claim Earlier, the US intelligence agencies evaluated that Moscow wanted to interfere in the 2024 US elections and flagged RT as a source of Russian propaganda and disinformation and required it to register as a foreign agent. An ODNI report released publicly in 2017, following Russia's efforts in the 2016 election, stated, that RT's editor-in-chief Margarita Simonyan “has close ties to top Russian Government officials” and has stated publicly that “the Russian Government sets rating and viewership requirements for RT and, 'since RT receives budget from the state, it must complete tasks given by the state." After multiple US investigations, Russia was found to have intervened in the 2016 presidential elections. According to the probes, the efforts were intended to help Donald Trump win the election over Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Trade challenges for Moscow from sanctions × Biden administration had concerns about possible Russian interference In February, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said the Biden administration had "concerns" about possible Russian interference in the 2024 US elections. “This is not about politics,” Sullivan said. “This is about national security. It is about a foreign country, a foreign adversary, seeking to manipulate the politics and democracy of the United States of America.” In July, the Director of National Intelligence's office said that Russia is seeking influence over the US elections to undermine support for the Democratic presidential nominee and American public support for arming Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden govt to impose sanctions on Russia over manipulating US public opinion ahead of election

The United States indicts two employees of Russia's RT news and imposes sanctions on top editors of the state-funded news outlet, accusing them of seeking to influence the 2024 US presidential election.

US Justice Department sanctions top editors of Russia's RT news

The United States indicts two employees of Russia's RT media and imposes sanctions on top editors of the state-funded news outlet, accusing them of seeking to influence the 2024 US presidential election.

US charges two employees of Russia's RT media in election interference crackdown

The White House has accused Russia of attempting to interfere in the upcoming US Presidential elections and has announced wide-ranging actions against two employees of the Russian-backed media network RT formerly known as Russia today. Russia has denounced the sanctions.

US charges RT news workers of election influence

China has called the&nbsp;United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine,&nbsp;"illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts".&nbsp;

The comment from China comes ahead of White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's arrival in Beijing on Tuesday (Aug 27).

Sullivan is on a three-day visit to China and is scheduled to hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.&nbsp;

Last week, the US imposed sanctions on more than 400 entities and individuals for supporting Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. The entities also included Chinese companies that, according to US officials, have helped Moscow in building up its military.&nbsp;

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China's special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, opposed the sanctions at a briefing in Beijing after the latest rounds of meetings with officials from &nbsp;Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa.

"A particular country uses the crisis … to shift blame in an attempt to fabricate the so-called China responsibility theory and threatens countries that have normal economic and trade ties with Russia with illegal and unilateral sanctions," Li said.&nbsp;

Although Li did not name the US, China's commerce ministry, on Sunday, said that it strongly opposes the sanctions and the foreign ministry has expressed similar opposition to previous curbs.&nbsp;

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"These words and deeds are totally for their selfish interests and are not based on facts, the international community will never accept them," Li added.&nbsp;

The US has&nbsp;repeatedly&nbsp;warned China over its support for Russia's defence industrial base and&nbsp;issued many sanctions against it.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

China has called the United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine, "illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts".

China has called the United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine, "illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts". The comment from China comes ahead of White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's arrival in Beijing on Tuesday (Aug 27). Sullivan is on a three-day visit to China and is scheduled to hold talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Last week, the US imposed sanctions on more than 400 entities and individuals for supporting Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. The entities also included Chinese companies that, according to US officials, have helped Moscow in building up its military. Also read: US imposes new sanctions on 400 entities for aiding Russian invasion of Ukraine China's special envoy for Eurasian affairs, Li Hui, opposed the sanctions at a briefing in Beijing after the latest rounds of meetings with officials from Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa. "A particular country uses the crisis … to shift blame in an attempt to fabricate the so-called China responsibility theory and threatens countries that have normal economic and trade ties with Russia with illegal and unilateral sanctions," Li said. Although Li did not name the US, China's commerce ministry, on Sunday, said that it strongly opposes the sanctions and the foreign ministry has expressed similar opposition to previous curbs. Watch | Chinese firms rebrand themselves as American to evade sanctions × "These words and deeds are totally for their selfish interests and are not based on facts, the international community will never accept them," Li added. The US has repeatedly warned China over its support for Russia's defence industrial base and issued many sanctions against it. (With inputs from agencies)

'Illegal and unilateral': China on US sanctions over Russia-Ukraine war

Russian lawmakers passed a bill on Tuesday that will allow businesses to use crypto currencies in international trade, as part of efforts to skirt Western sanctions imposed after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Russia to allow crypto for payments in International Trade

The United States has announced sanctions against two terror financiers in South Africa and one from the Democratic Republic of Congo who are allegedly associated with the expanded activities of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Watch in for more details!

US sanctions three terror financiers from South Africa, DR Congo

The United States on Thursday issued fresh sanctions targeting Iran in response to ”continued nuclear escalations,” US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. Watch in for more details!

US issues new sanctions for Iran amid Presidential race

US issues fresh sanctions against Iran over nuclear escalations

The United States on Thursday announced sanctions against shipping companies for transporting Iranian oil, saying it was a response to Tehran's nuclear "escalation," on the eve of presidential elections in the Islamic republic.

"Over the past month, Iran has announced steps to further expand its nuclear program in ways that have no credible peaceful purpose," Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement.

He said the United States was imposing the sanctions "in response to these continued nuclear escalations," saying, "We remain committed to never letting Iran obtain a nuclear weapon, and we are prepared to use all elements of national power to ensure that outcome."

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The State&nbsp;Department announced sanctions on three shipping companies, all based in the United Arab Emirates, for allegedly transporting Iranian oil as well as 11 associated vessels.

The sanctions block any assets of the companies in the United States and criminalise US transactions with them.

The United States already has a sweeping unilateral ban on other countries buying Iranian oil, imposed by former president Donald Trump when he withdrew from a nuclear deal.

President Joe Biden's administration initially said it would restore the 2015 deal but gave up after exhaustive negotiations with Tehran, major protests inside Iran and, more recently, tension over Iran's support for Palestinian militants Hamas.

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The UN nuclear watchdog said earlier this month that Iran is further expanding its nuclear capacities, with Tehran informing the agency that it was installing more cascades at enrichment facilities.

Iran's cleric-led government denies seeking a nuclear weapon. Iran on Friday holds elections for president after conservative Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash.

The United States on Thursday announced sanctions against shipping companies for transporting Iranian oil, saying it was a response to Tehran's nuclear "escalation," on the eve of presidential elections in the Islamic republic.

The United States on Thursday announced sanctions against shipping companies for transporting Iranian oil, saying it was a response to Tehran's nuclear "escalation," on the eve of presidential elections in the Islamic republic. "Over the past month, Iran has announced steps to further expand its nuclear program in ways that have no credible peaceful purpose," Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement. He said the United States was imposing the sanctions "in response to these continued nuclear escalations," saying, "We remain committed to never letting Iran obtain a nuclear weapon, and we are prepared to use all elements of national power to ensure that outcome." Also Read: Iranians vote in snap polls with hopes for better economy, regional stability The State Department announced sanctions on three shipping companies, all based in the United Arab Emirates, for allegedly transporting Iranian oil as well as 11 associated vessels. The sanctions block any assets of the companies in the United States and criminalise US transactions with them. The United States already has a sweeping unilateral ban on other countries buying Iranian oil, imposed by former president Donald Trump when he withdrew from a nuclear deal. President Joe Biden's administration initially said it would restore the 2015 deal but gave up after exhaustive negotiations with Tehran, major protests inside Iran and, more recently, tension over Iran's support for Palestinian militants Hamas. Watch: Iran votes amid tensions boiling over new hijab law The UN nuclear watchdog said earlier this month that Iran is further expanding its nuclear capacities, with Tehran informing the agency that it was installing more cascades at enrichment facilities. Iran's cleric-led government denies seeking a nuclear weapon. Iran on Friday holds elections for president after conservative Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash.

US issues fresh sanctions against Iran over 'nuclear escalation'

Japan imposed trade restrictions on several companies in China, India, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan for allegedly aiding Russia's war in Ukraine, according to a statement released by the Japanese foreign ministry on Friday, as reported by Reuters.

This is the first time Japan has imposed sanctions on Chinese companies concerning the ongoing conflict.

The sanctioned entities include Asia Pacific Links Ltd., based in Hong Kong and accused of supplying microchips for Russian drones, and Yilufa Electronics Limited based in China.

These sanctions mirror measures previously taken by the United States and prohibit Japanese companies from exporting goods to the targeted firms.

The US has accused China of aiding Russia's military efforts in Ukraine by providing drone and missile technology.

Last week, the US expanded its sanctions on Russia, including Chinese companies that sell semiconductors to Moscow.

Additionally, China and Russia reportedly are implementing detailed measures to ensure uninterrupted bilateral financial transactions, potentially exposing some Chinese financial institutions to future sanctions.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Japan imposed trade restrictions on several companies in China, India, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan for allegedly aiding Russia's war in Ukraine, according to a statement released by the Japanese foreign ministry on Friday, as reported by Reuters.

Japan imposed trade restrictions on several companies in China, India, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan for allegedly aiding Russia's war in Ukraine, according to a statement released by the Japanese foreign ministry on Friday, as reported by Reuters. This is the first time Japan has imposed sanctions on Chinese companies concerning the ongoing conflict. The sanctioned entities include Asia Pacific Links Ltd., based in Hong Kong and accused of supplying microchips for Russian drones, and Yilufa Electronics Limited based in China. These sanctions mirror measures previously taken by the United States and prohibit Japanese companies from exporting goods to the targeted firms. The US has accused China of aiding Russia's military efforts in Ukraine by providing drone and missile technology. Last week, the US expanded its sanctions on Russia, including Chinese companies that sell semiconductors to Moscow. Additionally, China and Russia reportedly are implementing detailed measures to ensure uninterrupted bilateral financial transactions, potentially exposing some Chinese financial institutions to future sanctions. (With inputs from Reuters)

Japan joins US in sanctioning China over support for Russia's war

Countries wishing to join BRICS must not engage in unilateral sanctions, according to Russian deputy foreign minister Sergey Ryabkov. At a Moscow press conference, Ryabkov highlighted this as a principal criterion for BRICS membership, particularly emphasizing the prohibition of sanctions against any current BRICS members, especially Russia.

BRICS membership requires sanctions ban

Britain has imposed its first sanctions targeting vessels in President Putin's "shadow fleet." These ships are suspected of circumventing western sanctions on Russian oil exports.

New sanctions by UK hit Russian military suppliers

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