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Russia
Russian media reported on Sunday that the foreign registered tanker “Koala” carrying 130,000 tons of fuel oil was damaged by explosions in the engine room in the Russian port of Ust-Luga.
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Israel
Experts tell AFP the sanctions announced by Trump, angered by the ICC investigation into alleged Israeli war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, will have a wide-reaching impact on the court.
Feb. 7
Russia
Formed in March 2022, KleptoCapture was tasked with enforcing sanctions and export restrictions against Russia, particularly targeting “corrupt Russian oligarchs.”
Feb. 7
Ukraine
The investigation by “Important Stories” uncovers hidden deals, shell companies, and sanction evasion benefiting the ousted president’s son.
Feb. 4
Russia
Brussels targets a number of products, from aluminum shipments and under-the-radar oil exports to imports of European gaming consoles, while warning Moscow to stop attacks on its satellites in space.
Jan. 30
Russia
The discussions come just before the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
Jan. 29
Russia
To win Hungary over, the European Commission issued a statement promising to involve Hungary and Slovakia in talks with Kyiv about gas supplies to Europe.
Jan. 27
War in Ukraine
Orban blames Ukraine – which is defending itself from an ongoing Russian invasion – for hurting Hungary’s economy
Jan. 24
War in Ukraine
Russian information platforms said the US leader doesn’t understand Russian will to fight or firepower. Many also were furious about World War II, which they said Trump got all wrong.
Jan. 23
Putin
Bloomberg reports that Trump’s advisers are exploring new sanctions strategies. One idea involves easing restrictions on Russian oil if it leads to peace talks.
Jan. 22
US
US companies are skirting sanctions meant to cripple Russia’s economy. Despite stringent laws, enforcement struggles persist, leaving gaps for evasion that enable Moscow to wage war in Ukraine.
Jan. 22
SBU
Ukrainian authorities said the firms bypassed sanctions by routing the components through the Middle East, which ended up on weapons Russia fired against Ukraine.
Jan. 21
Biden
For almost three years, Moscow has managed to weather economic setbacks imposed by the US and its Western allies, but now the Kremlin’s war machine is showing signs of implosion.
Jan. 18
Trump
The incoming US administration is considering good-faith measures to ease sanctions if things move forward. Or, if not, then harder sanctions to pressure Moscow, sources say.
Jan. 17
War in Ukraine
Andrii Yermak, the head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office, welcomed the latest round of sanctions out of the White House as US President Joe Biden prepares to hand over power to Donald Trump.
Jan. 16
War in Ukraine
President Vučić has a historic opportunity to act bravely and secure Serbia’s place among the world’s most advanced nations.
Jan. 15