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Trump Administration Ends Controversial Russian Oil Sanctions Waivers
The Trump administration has ended its short-lived sanctions waivers for Russian oil, rejecting appeals from major importers like India to keep the exemptions active amid the ongoing Persian Gulf war.
May 17, 2026
US
US Renews $100 Million Aid Offer to Cuba Amid Tensions
The US renewed a $100 million aid offer to Cuba as tensions rise over sanctions and Havana rejects Washington’s claims.
May 13, 2026
US
US Sanctions Firms Over Iranian Oil Shipments to China
The measures target individuals and firms accused of facilitating Iranian oil exports to China, as Washington ramps up pressure on Tehran’s economy.
May 11, 2026
Ukraine
UK, EU Sanction Russian Networks Over Abducted Ukrainian Children
The UK and EU have announced new sanctions targeting Russian officials, propaganda networks and organizations involved in the deportation and indoctrination of Ukrainian children.
May 11, 2026
US
US Sanctions Cuban Military Corporation
The US imposed sanctions on a major Cuban military conglomerate and foreign partners, intensifying economic pressure on Havana.
May 7, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Sanctions at Home, Stage in London: The Shevtsova Case and the Limits of Compliance
A Ukrainian fintech executive sanctioned at home recently appeared as a speaker and her company as a sponsor at a major UK compliance event – raising questions about how compliance works in practice.
May 7, 2026
Ukraine
UK Sanctions Network Exploiting Migrants and Supplying Russian Drone Industry
The measures aim to disrupt Russia’s drone production and stop the exploitation of vulnerable migrants, officials said.
May 5, 2026
Europe
Sweden Arrests Captain of Suspected Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker
Swedish authorities arrested the captain of a suspected Russian shadow‑fleet tanker as investigations widen into sanctions evasion and illegal exports.
May 4, 2026
Ukraine
Putin Replaces Aerospace Commander, Appoints EU-Sanctioned General
The reported change comes amid intensified Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy and military infrastructure.
May 4, 2026
Russia
Russia’s ‘Shadow Air Fleet’ Uses Algeria as Key Hub for Weapons, Sanctions-Evading Flights
Investigators identified at least 167 cargo flights to Algeria between March 2025 and April 2026, operated by civilian companies that in practice appear to be part of a military logistics network.
May 4, 2026
Ukraine
Western-Made Components Discovered in Russian Drones
Ukraine says Russian drones continue to contain newly manufactured Western components, underscoring ongoing sanctions and the need for tougher enforcement.
May 1, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s Long-Range Strikes Cost Russia $7B in Oil Losses, Zelensky Says
Kyiv says expanded long-range operations are increasing downtime at key Russian energy facilities and reducing output.
May 1, 2026
Ukraine
China Becomes Main Gateway for Russia’s Sanctioned Tech Imports
Russia’s reliance on China for sanctioned technology has deepened, despite EU sanction efforts to curb supplies critical to the Kremlin’s war effort.
April 30, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Signs New Sanctions Package Targeting Russia‑Linked Entities
A new sanctions package was signed targeting Russia‑linked entities, including Belarusian companies and individuals tied to Alexander Lukashenko.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Expands List of Banned Anti‑Ukrainian Publications
Ukrainian authorities added 11 new titles to a blacklist of propaganda books, citing efforts to counter Russian propaganda.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
Hungary’s Magyar Seeks Breakthrough in Brussels on Blocked EU Billions
Hungary’s incoming leader met EU officials in Brussels as he seeks to repair ties and unlock billions in frozen EU funding after years of tensions under Viktor Orbán.
April 29, 2026