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Energy
Russian-Flagged LNG Tankers Signal Expansion of Shadow Fleet
A group of aging LNG vessels switching to the Russian flag suggests Moscow is ramping up exports from sanctioned Arctic projects.
April 29, 2026
Zelensky
‘This Is Not Business’: Zelensky Slams Grain Scheme, Prepares Sanctions Over Israel Shipment
Zelensky warns of new sanctions after another ship carrying allegedly stolen Ukrainian grain reaches Israel, urging action against buyers and transporters in the scheme.
April 28, 2026
Russia
Russian-Linked Superyacht Crosses Strait of Hormuz Despite Blockade
Rare private transit highlights selective movement through key energy corridor amid ongoing tensions.
April 28, 2026
Europe
China Protests EU Sanctions on Its Companies in 20th Russia-Related Package
Beijing demanded the immediate removal of its firms from the new EU sanctions list, warning of “necessary measures” to protect Chinese interests and a breakdown in bilateral trust.
April 26, 2026
US
US to End Oil Sanction Waivers for Russia and Iran to Tighten Economic Blockade
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ruled out further extensions for oil sales, warning that Tehran may be forced to shutter production within days as the naval blockade takes full effect.
April 25, 2026
Ukraine
Russia Calls New EU Sanctions ‘Unlawful’
The EU’s 20th sanctions package targets Russia’s energy revenues, financial sector, shadow fleet and military-industrial supply chains.
April 24, 2026
Ukraine
Inside the EU’s 20th Sanctions Package on Russia
The new measures hit Russia’s oil exports, financial system, crypto activity and military‑industrial complex, as Brussels steps up pressure over the war in Ukraine.
April 23, 2026
Ukraine
EU Finalizes Ukraine Loan, Signals Next Steps on Accession Talks
EU leaders backed the loan and new sanctions after a trilateral meeting in Cyprus, while signaling next steps toward opening Ukraine’s EU accession talks.
April 23, 2026
Ukraine
EU Approves €90B Ukraine Loan, New Russia Sanctions After Hungary, Slovakia Drop Veto
The bloc has cleared a major financial package and its 20th sanctions round after weeks of political deadlock as Kyiv seeks urgent funding to pay the bills this summer.
April 23, 2026
Russia
EU Threatens to Withdraw €2M Grant to Venice Biennale Over Russia’s Return
Brussels has warned that it might suspend a €2 million ($2.3 million) grant for the cultural exhibition after organizers allowed a Russian pavilion to reopen after previous warnings.
April 23, 2026
US
US Treasury Chief Defends Pivot to Extend Russia Oil Sanctions Relief
The month-long relief announced last Friday was meant to cool soaring energy prices. But it came just two days after Bessent told reporters that Washington would not renew the waiver.
April 23, 2026
Europe
EU Gives Preliminary Approval to Unblock €90B Ukraine Loan
Hungary has been given 24 hours to provide its final approval, while Budapest has said it is waiting for renewed oil deliveries via the Druzhba pipeline after Kyiv restarted oil flows on Wednesday.
April 22, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Moves Toward State-Controlled Fuel Output After Refinery Strikes
Moscow is tightening centralized governmental control over domestic fuel supplies as refinery disruptions and rising prices strain the market.
April 22, 2026
Ukraine
EU Sanctions Pro‑Russian Networks Over Disinformation
The new EU measures target media organizations accused of amplifying Kremlin narratives and undermining democratic institutions across the bloc and in Ukraine.
April 21, 2026
Russia
Russia Receives First Batch of New Su-35S in 2026
The continued delivery of Su-35S “Super Flankers” – one of Russia’s premier warplanes, which relies heavily on foreign components – once again casts doubt on the effectiveness of Western sanctions.
April 21, 2026
War in Ukraine
India Expands List of Russian Insurers Covering Oil Tankers
Meanwhile, India continues importing crude from Moscow amid sanctions and shipping constraints.
April 20, 2026