Stories Tagged: sanctions

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Venezuela Bonds Set to Reenter JPMorgan Debt Indices: Implications for Emerging Markets

Venezuela's sovereign bonds and those of state oil company PDVSA are on track to regain their... (2 revisions)

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Strengthening U.S. Presence in Latvia: A Call to Action

In a recent meeting held on October 18, 2024, Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže urged U.S.... (5 revisions)

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How US Sanctions are Reshaping Linux Kernel Development

The Linux Kernel 6.9 has been officially released, introducing several new features and improved... (5 revisions)

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US Advocates for Unbiased Reporting on North Korea's UNSC Noncompliance

The United States is pushing for 'timely, accurate, and unbiased' reporting regarding North... (6 revisions)

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Sanctions Target Kamlesh Pattni and Gold Smuggling Network

In a significant crackdown on illicit gold trading, the UK and USA have imposed sanctions on... (6 revisions)

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Huawei Warns European AI Development at Risk from Tech Bans

Huawei's vice-president for Europe, Tony Jin Yong, has raised alarms about the potential... (7 revisions)

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Russia's increased nitrocellulose imports for explosives production raise concerns over Western involvement

Russia has doubled its imports of nitrocellulose, a critical explosive compound used in the... (7 revisions)

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Haiti Settles Oil Debt with Venezuela, Providing Relief for Both Countries

Venezuela and Haiti have reached an agreement to settle a long-standing oil debt under the... (8 revisions)

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SADC Calls for Increased International Support for Humanitarian Aid in Southern Africa

Growing populations and the impact of climate change are putting increasing pressure on water... (8 revisions)

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How Will U.S.-Venezuela Relations Shape Future Oil Imports?

As the United States navigates its energy landscape, the reliance on Venezuelan crude oil has... (12 revisions)

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China Denounces U.S. Sanctions as Unfounded Bullying Amid Ongoing Tensions

In a significant escalation of its efforts to combat forced labor, the U.S. government... (12 revisions)

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Have Western Sanctions on Russia Strengthened Its Global Alliances?

On January 23, 2025, former U.S. President Joe Biden announced significant sanctions targeting... (15 revisions)

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Controversial Role of Students for Justice in Palestine in Student Protests

Student protests on college campuses in the US have been dominating headlines, with some turning... (15 revisions)

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Combating the Fentanyl Crisis: Congressional Strategies and Global Implications

In recent years, the fentanyl crisis has escalated dramatically in the United States, with over... (16 revisions)

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How Are Sanctions Reshaping the Luxury Market in Russia?

Three years after the onset of Western sanctions following the Ukraine offensive, luxury Western... (16 revisions)

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Is Britain Sleepwalking into War? A Critical Analysis of Its Role in Ukraine

As the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, concerns are mounting that Britain may be... (16 revisions)

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Can Operation True Promise III Alter Iran's Geopolitical Landscape?

Operation True Promise III is a hypothetical military operation that could enable Iran to... (17 revisions)

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Latvia Implements Vehicle Restrictions on Belarusian Registered Vehicles, Aligning with EU Sanctions on Belarus

Latvia's Ministry of Justice is drafting legislation to prohibit vehicles registered in Belarus... (19 revisions)

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Russia Considers Removing Afghan Taliban from Terrorist List, Sparking Controversy

Russia's foreign and justice ministries have recommended to President Putin that the ruling... (19 revisions)

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Angola's Strategic Shift: Removing Alrosa from Diamond Mines

In a significant geopolitical move, Angola has removed the Russian state diamond company Alrosa... (20 revisions)

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Iran Demands $6.8 Billion from US for Sanctions Impact on Patients with Epidermolysis Bullosa

The Iranian government has demanded that the United States pay nearly $6.8 billion in damages... (20 revisions)

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Zelensky's Bold Proposal: $300 Billion from Frozen Russian Assets for US Weapons

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed utilizing $300 billion in frozen Russian... (22 revisions)

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Could Geopolitical Fragmentation Exceed Costs of 2008 Crisis?

The global economy is currently facing significant challenges, exacerbated by geopolitical... (23 revisions)

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Assessing Russian Influence and Military Presence in Central America

The geopolitical dynamics in Central America are increasingly shaped by the contrasting... (24 revisions)

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Is Hong Kong Becoming a Hub for Financial Crime?

Hong Kong's transformation from a global East-meets-West investment hub to a predominantly... (28 revisions)

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Hezbollah Exploits Cocaine, Corruption, and Chaos in Venezuela

Ecuador is facing a security crisis characterized by gang wars, drug trafficking, and military... (30 revisions)

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Luxury Hotel Opens Amid Cuba's Economic Crisis: A Contradiction?

Cuba is grappling with severe power shortages that are significantly impacting its tourism... (31 revisions)

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How Geopolitical Tensions and Sanctions Shape Global Gas Markets

The global gas market is currently facing significant challenges as geopolitical tensions and... (32 revisions)

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Chicago's Selfreliance Federal Credit Union Expands with Assets Surpassing $1 Billion

Chicago's Selfreliance Federal Credit Union, led by President and CEO Vitaliy Kutnyy, is... (34 revisions)

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Russia's Digital Ruble: A Strategic Response to Economic Challenges

In a significant move to bolster its economy amidst ongoing sanctions, Russia is advancing its... (37 revisions)

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ASEAN Countries Take Steps to Reduce Dependence on US Dollar

The ASEAN nations' consideration of using local currencies for trade to reduce reliance on the... (37 revisions)

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How U.S. Sanctions on Iran Impact Global Climate Policy

On October 29, 2024, The New Republic published an analysis highlighting the unintended... (40 revisions)

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Portugal's Shift: Reducing Russian Gas Dependence through US and Nigerian LNG

Portugal is actively seeking to diversify its energy sources by increasing imports of liquefied... (40 revisions)

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US Designates Nordic Neo-Nazi Group as Terrorist Organization

The United States has designated the Nordic Resistance Movement (NRM) and three of its leaders... (46 revisions)

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Iraq's Strategic Fuel Oil Payments to Iran Amid Sanctions

In a significant development, Iraq has started repaying its substantial debt to Iran with fuel... (84 revisions)

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Serbia's Strategic Move to Buy Out Russian Shares in NIS Amid Sanctions

In light of the recent U.S. sanctions targeting Russian energy companies, Serbia is taking... (90 revisions)

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Is Russia's War Economy as Strong as Putin Claims?

As 2024 progresses, Ukraine continues to grapple with the economic repercussions of the ongoing... (94 revisions)

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Beijing's Response to US Travel Advisory Amid Hong Kong Tensions

On November 28, 2024, the Commissioner’s Office of China’s Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong... (107 revisions)

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Economic Sanctions: Tools of Power or Ineffective Measures?

In recent years, economic sanctions have emerged as a significant tool in the geopolitical... (125 revisions)

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How Will Trump's Return Impact Mexico-Cuba Oil Relations?

In November 2024, Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed ongoing oil shipments to Cuba,... (147 revisions)

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Can Maysaa Sabrine Revitalize Syria's Economy as Central Bank Head?

On January 1, 2025, Maysaa Sabrine was appointed as the first female head of Syria's central... (155 revisions)

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What Does Ksenia Yudaeva's IMF Appointment Mean for Russia?

In a surprising move, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has welcomed Ksenia Yudaeva, a... (193 revisions)