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96 articles about 61 events for “Russia Sanctions Lifted” in Politics.

Politics · 3 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-10-29
Ukraine says at least 13 killed in Russian attack on train station The Hindu · 2026-10-29

“"How many such terrorist strikes has Russia carried out against our people since sanctions were lifted on some Russian oligarchs and energy sector, instead of de-escalating," he asked.”

Russian drone strike kills at least 14 on Ukrainian rail platform New York Post · 2026-10-29

““Just how many terrorist strikes has Russia carried out against our people since sanctions were lifted on certain Russian oligarchs and the Russian energy sector, rather than de-escalating?” he wrote on X.”

Russian drone strike on Ukrainian train platform kills 14 ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-29

“"How many such terrorist strikes has Russia carried out against our people since sanctions were lifted on some Russian oligarchs and the energy sector, instead of de-escalating," he asked.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-28 to 2026-10-29
Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine 'will take place in coming days', Zelensky says Daily Mail · 2026-10-29

“A US team is expected to lead the summit in Abu Dhabi, in what would be the first face-to-face negotiations since the American president lifted sanctions on Moscow.”

Ukraine and Russia to hold peace talks within days of US midterms, Zelensky reveals New York Post · 2026-10-28

“The US-led summit, expected to be held in the United Arab Emirates’ capital, Abu Dhabi, would be the first face-to-face talks between the two warring nations since President Trump lifted sanctions on Moscow.”

Canada Bars Russian World Junior Hockey Team

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-04
Canada bars Russia from competing in world junior hockey championships, defying ruling that lifted ban Fox News · 2026-11-04

“…nister Mark Carney and Hockey Canada both said Tuesday that Russian athletes will not be allowed to compete for their country in next month's World Juniors in Alberta, despite their original ban being lifted by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) last…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-11-01
Ukraine defies Trump to resume attacks on Russian oil refineries The Guardian · 2026-11-01

“Trump has blamed the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, for the rise in global fuel prices, and last month lifted US sanctions on Russian diesel.”

Trump's Support For Russia

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
Trump's increasing support for Russia carries existential danger for Canada CBC News · 2026-10-29

“Then on Oct. 9, the U.S. lifted sanctions on Russian oil and announced a deal to buy diesel directly from Russia.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-29
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin calls Musk ‘genius’ for throttling Starlink as drones disrupt Moscow airports The Independent · 2026-10-29

“North Korea sending workers to Russian war factories in violation of UN sanctions, report finds A Russian network of brokers backed by Pyongyang has been sending North Koreans to work in exploitative conditions in Russia, including at factories producing…”

Politics · 8 matching articles from 5 outlets · 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-16
Zelenskyy slams Trump's diesel deal, says will help fund Putin’s war in Ukraine Times of India · 2026-10-16

“Speaking on the sidelines of a European Union summit in Brussels, Zelenskyy said the diesel deal risked paving the way for further sanctions relief for Russia, while urging European allies to step up their support for Kyiv.”

While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, Oct 13, 2026 The Straits Times · 2026-10-12

“Trump announced on Oct 9 that Russia had agreed to supply diesel to global markets, and his administration temporarily lifted US sanctions on Russian fuel designed to deprive Moscow of revenue for its war on Ukraine.”

Will Ukraine survive the winter? Al Jazeera · 2026-10-12

“As winter approaches, Russia has lifted its ban on exports of diesel and is preparing to sell hundreds of thousands of tonnes to the United States and other countries.”

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Politics · 5 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-10-11 to 2026-10-14
Zelenskyy says Trump's decision to take Russia's side is 'painful' ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-14

“Mr Trump's rhetoric towards Ukraine and Mr Zelenskyy has hardened in recent weeks, with the US president agreeing to lift sanctions on Russian diesel exports.”

Zelenskyy says ready to hold Ukraine elections if Russia offers 60-day ceasefire Times of India · 2026-10-11

“Trump had criticised Zelenskyy on Saturday for targeting Russian oil refineries, a day after the United States temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian fuel that were intended to deprive Moscow of revenue to fund its war in Ukraine.”

'Up to our people': Zelenskyy responds to Trump's election call ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-11

“The US president has also announced that his administration had temporarily lifted US sanctions on Russian fuel, as Mr Trump faces pressure domestically over his handling of the Iran war and high energy prices.”

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Politics · 4 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-10-23 to 2026-10-26
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv disputes Musk’s Starlink claims as Zelensky says peace talks to resume The Independent · 2026-10-26

“He also said that he “would not want us to approach a meeting of the three leaders - Ukraine, the United States, and Russia - having lifted all sanctions on the Russian Federation”.”

Ukraine says Starlink restored as attacks continue in Russia and Ukraine Al Jazeera · 2026-10-24

“Ukraine says restrictions on its military’s Starlink satellite connections have been lifted after more than a week of disruption that hampered drone operations against Russian forces.”

Ukraine troops report ongoing problems with Starlink satellite network The Guardian · 2026-10-23

“Tensions first flared after Washington’s surprise decision to lift sanctions on Russia and begin importing Russian diesel, as Trump sought to bring down US energy prices before the midterm elections.”

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Politics · 4 matching articles from 4 outlets · 2026-10-16 to 2026-10-19
Speaker Johnson warns WH of ‘unintended consequences’ of sanctions relief on Russia: ‘Putin cannot be trusted’ New York Post · 2026-10-19

“Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, which came on the heels of him easing certain sanctions on Russian diesel.”

Trump says Zelensky ‘doesn’t want to end this war’ and defends Russia strategy Washington Examiner · 2026-10-19

“…r signing an executive order on Friday that waives sweeping sanctions and tariffs levied against Russia, though Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent framed the development as a “60-day period so we can examine what’s going on” and said “the only thing that has…”

Treasury secretary refuses to say if the U.S. sees Ukraine as an ally NBC News · 2026-10-18

“On Friday, the U.S. president also announced he would waive certain sanctions on Russia that were recently approved by Congress in a bipartisan vote.”

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Trump's UN Speech Controversies

Politics · 4 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-09-17 to 2026-09-23
Trump says U.S., Iranian officials met, shortly after warning he may 'annihilate' Iran The Hindu · 2026-09-23

“Trump's energy truce proposal if Western energy sanctions on Moscow were lifted first.”

War, oil shocks, and diplomatic friction form the turbulent backdrop for Donald Trump’s UN speech The Independent · 2026-09-22

“Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to the terms if Russia complied, but Moscow said it would accept Trump’s truce only if Western sanctions were lifted first.”

Trump returns to UN at a moment of anxiety about Iran, AI and the future of world body itself Toronto Star · 2026-09-22

“Russia said it could only go along with Trump’s energy truce proposal if Western energy sanctions on Moscow were lifted first.”

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Politics · 3 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-20
Zelensky, U.S. envoys hold Oslo talks as Ukraine claims U.S. missile holdup The Hindu · 2026-10-20

“Trump partially lifted sanctions to strike a diesel-supply deal with Russia's Vladimir Putin and slammed Mr.”

Zelensky hails resumption of US advance warning of strikes on Ukraine The Straits Times · 2026-10-20

“Relations between Kyiv and Washington have soured since Trump partially lifted sanctions to strike a diesel-supply deal with Russia’s Vladimir Putin and slammed Zelensky as a warmonger for Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries.”

Zelenskiy to meet Witkoff as Trump praises Russia and rebukes Ukraine The Straits Times · 2026-10-20

“The deterioration of relations began 10 days ago when Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel to help lower prices.”

Politics · 3 matching articles from 3 outlets · 2026-10-16 to 2026-10-18
Bessent blasts ‘reckless’ Zelensky for faulting US over Starlink throttling New York Post · 2026-10-18

“Bessent also defended Trump’s decision to ease up on sanctions regarding Russian diesel and postpone implementation of Russian sanctions included in a bi-partisan bill named after the late Sen.”

Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network The Hindu · 2026-10-17

“The restriction forced the drones to fly slower than usual, making it easier for Russian weapons to target or evade them.”

Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network Toronto Star · 2026-10-16

“The restriction forced the drones to fly slower than usual, making it easier for Russian weapons to target or evade them.”

Politics · 3 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-11 to 2026-10-13
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump insists energy ceasefire still holds and lashes out at diesel deal critics The Independent · 2026-10-13

“Russia expects to take diesel exports to pre-war levels after Trump's concessions Russia has said that it will be able to return its diesel exports to levels not seen since Ukraine began targeting the country’s oil refineries after Trump administration lifted…”

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says Putin struck power plant hours after Trump ‘ceasefire’ announcement The Independent · 2026-10-12

“Trump said that Russia had agreed to supply diesel to global markets, and his administration temporarily lifted US sanctions on Russian fuel that were designed to deprive Moscow of revenue for its war on Ukraine.”

Trump announces partial ceasefire in Ukraine war as Zelenskyy says deal is ‘news to me’ The Guardian · 2026-10-11

“The fast-moving row between Washington and Kyiv began on Friday when Trump announced he was lifting sanctions on Russian diesel exports.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-23
First Russian diesel from Putin-Trump deal heading for US, data shows The Straits Times · 2026-10-23

“Trump also waived parts of a new US sanctions law against Russia and threatened Europe with a US diesel export ban unless countries released more from their emergency reserves to help ease prices.”

Russian diesel tanker heads to the U.S., the first since Trump’s deal with Putin NBC News · 2026-10-23

“Easing sanctions on Russia to open up some previously-blocked diesel supplies was just the latest in a number of policy levers pulled by Trump.”

Fraying Us Ukraine Relationship Warning

Politics · 2 matching articles from 1 outlet · 2026-10-17
Ex-national security adviser issues warning amid fraying US-Ukraine relationship Evening Standard · 2026-10-17

“Earlier this month, Mr Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel in an effort to bring down fuel prices ahead of American mid-term elections that threaten significant losses for his Republican Party.”

Ex-national security adviser issues warning amid fraying US-Ukraine relationship Evening Standard · 2026-10-17

“Earlier this month, Mr Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel in an effort to bring down fuel prices ahead of American mid-term elections that threaten significant losses for his Republican Party.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-05
Bosnia election: New steps to prevent electoral fraud, but nationalist parties remain on top Deutsche Welle · 2026-10-05

“He was sanctioned by the US in 2022, although those sanctions were lifted late last year.”

Bosnia votes as foreign powers jostle for influence The Straits Times · 2026-10-01

“Meanwhile, the US has sought to gain influence and last year lifted sanctions on Dodik to soften relations.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-02
Countries supplying Ukraine with weapons are 'a threat', Putin says - while insisting Russia is 'not threatening anyone' Daily Mail · 2026-10-02

“With many of Putin's statements heard previously, the Russian leader went on to confirm that he would not sell diesel on the global market until sanctions on his country were lifted.”

‘Fatal point of no return’: Putin warns against use of nukes amid global tensions Times of India · 2026-10-01

“On the Middle East, Putin said he hoped the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to shipping and that sanctions on Iran would be lifted.”

Iran Attacks After US Hits Tankers

Politics · 2 matching articles from 2 outlets · 2026-09-04 to 2026-09-06
Oman played both sides — until it didn’t. How a secret shipping deal ignited the Strait of Hormuz Washington Examiner · 2026-09-06

“The Guard declared that the corridor would remain frozen until the U.S. lifted its naval blockades, dropped economic sanctions, and unfroze state assets.”

Iran threatens "more painful" retaliation after U.S. strikes Iranian oil tankers CBS News · 2026-09-04

“Washington is also seeking to choke Iran's economy, rolling out sanctions on entities with financial links to the Islamic republic in a bid to force it into submission.”

Politics · 2 matching articles from 1 outlet · 2026-08-25 to 2026-08-26
Democratic states sue to block postal service from carrying out Trump’s mail-in voting order – as it happened The Guardian · 2026-08-26

“The challenge comes days after the supreme court’s conservative majority lifted one injunction from a federal judge blocking parts of the president’s order.”

Gavin Newsom says California will sue Trump administration again to block ‘Orwellian rules’ meant to curb mail-in voting – as it happened The Guardian · 2026-08-25

“Here are the latest developments: The US supreme court lifted one of two injunctions that block the Trump administration from pressing ahead with a sweeping effort to restrict mail voting The court’s decision “needlessly injects chaos and uncertainty into the…”

Trump blames inflation on ukraine

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
The Diesel Diversion: Trump’s Faulty Attempt to Blame Inflation on Ukraine TIME · 2026-10-26

“By authorizing the sale of Russian diesel, Washington provided Moscow the relief that sanctions are meant to withhold.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-26
Israel and the US are both going to the polls. The consequences will be global BBC News · 2026-10-26

“He has lifted sanctions on Russia, hoping in vain that by importing diesel from Moscow, prices might fall significantly.”

Face The Nation With Margaret Brennan

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-25
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026 CBS News · 2026-10-25

“Yesterday, he explained it was his decision to throttle Ukraine's SpaceX satellite access due to their drone strikes against Russia.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-23
Rubio turns to small Indian town as US faces high oil prices BBC News · 2026-10-23

“Then earlier this month, the US itself temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian diesel.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
American detained in Russia arrives in U.S.: lawyer The Hindu · 2026-10-22

“However the Republican leader lifted some sanctions on Russia ahead of the release and also agreed to purchase Russian diesel — a boon to the Kremlin's ability to finance its continued invasion of Ukraine.”

The Monsters Among Us

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-22
The Monsters Among Us The Bulwark · 2026-10-22

“…terday—when he repeatedly insisted both that he alone could have secured Hubbard’s release without giving anything in return and that it was important for him to waive new sanctions on Russia, because if he hadn’t he could never have secured Hubbard’s…”

Trump's Envoy Calls Putin Humanitarian

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-21
Putin to resume three-way talks with Ukraine, Washington: Kremlin Global News · 2026-10-21

“Russia has cultivated its ties with China, and the two countries last month vetoed a U.S. proposal for U.N. experts to keep monitoring sanctions on Iran.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-19
October 18, 2026 Letters from an American · 2026-10-19

“In just over a week, Trump has lifted sanctions on the sale of Russian oil on the global market, a way both to send desperately needed money to Russia to fund its war on Ukraine and to begin the process of reintegrating Russia into the global economy.”

Starlink And Its Importance For Ukraine

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-15
What is Starlink and why is it so important for Ukraine? The Independent · 2026-10-15

“The reasons for the difficulties were not immediately clear but followed another souring of relations between Trump and Ukraine, after he announced a deal to waive sanctions on Russian diesel and called for Zelensky to be replaced.”

US Backing For Ukraine

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-15
UK will ‘make case’ for US to continue backing Ukraine amid strained relations Evening Standard · 2026-10-15

“The past week has seen a deterioration in relations between Ukraine and the US following Donald Trump’s decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel in the face of rising fuel prices.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-14
We are behind you and that will not change, PM tells Zelensky BBC News · 2026-10-14

“Zelensky was in London as part of efforts to reinforce backing from allies after Donald Trump called for him to go and lifted sanctions on Russian diesel.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-14
Zelenskyy says partners not warning Ukraine of incoming ballistic missiles ABC News (AU) · 2026-10-14

“Unconfirmed energy ceasefire Mr Trump, who lifted sanctions on Russian diesel last week in a bid to lower politically sensitive fuel prices, has said that both sides agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-13
Trump denies Iran is getting military help from Russia and China, despite worries from 'morons and lunatics' Daily Mail · 2026-10-13

“…earance on NBC's Meet the Press Sunday, after the president lifted sanctions on Russia Fox News host Brian Kilmeade, 62, delivered a blistering attack on Trump's willingness to work with Russia, warning it could become the biggest mistake of his presidency…”

Germany Supports Zelenskiy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-11
Germany backs Ukraine's Zelenskiy after Trump's call for his removal The Straits Times · 2026-10-11

“Germany, the biggest European donor to Ukraine, said on Saturday it would maintain sanctions against Russia despite Trump's announcement that his administration had temporarily lifted US sanctions on Russian fuel.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-11
Once again, Trump is angry he didn’t win the Nobel Peace Prize The Sydney Morning Herald · 2026-10-11

“On Friday, he also lifted some sanctions on Russia related to the Ukraine war, despite so far failing to broker his promised peace deal to end that conflict.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-10
U.S.-Ukraine-European negotiators meet in Miami as Trump announces diesel deal with Russia The Hindu · 2026-10-10

“President Donald Trump said Russia had agreed to supply diesel to global markets in an effort to lower fuel prices, while his administration lifted sanctions on Russian fuel that were designed to deprive Moscow of revenues for the war.”

Trump Ties In Balkans Travel

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-08
Trump-tied firm helped organize political advisers’ Balkans travel Semafor · 2026-10-08

“The US last year lifted sanctions on Dodik, who was banned from holding office after violating his country’s peace deal.”

Trump's Iran Policy And Pardons Talks

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-10-02
Trump calls Iran’s Hormuz offer ‘not enough’ Dawn · 2026-10-02

“Separately, Russian President Vladimir Putin told a forum he hoped the Strait of Hormuz would be open to shipping and that sanctions on Iran would eventually be lifted, noting Russia’s proposal to receive enriched uranium from Iran remained on the table.”

Brazil Presidential Election

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-25
Lula or Bolsonaro as president? Brazil gears up to vote Deutsche Welle · 2026-09-25

“Washington only lifted the sanctions after negotiating with Lula.”

Azerbaijan Spying Case

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Azerbaijan pardons French national jailed for spying Al Jazeera · 2026-09-23

“The move on Wednesday came a day after the European Union lifted sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov following what diplomats described as pressure exerted by Baku.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
CNN, Politico and MS NOW to face off with Trump administration in court over White House ban NBC News · 2026-09-23

“…etters included reporting on the construction on the White House ballroom and its related military security complex, the status of munitions supplies being used in the Iran war, an alleged FBI leak investigation involving a journalist, and sanctions on…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says Trump gave no ‘concrete answer’ on key weapon export The Independent · 2026-09-23

“Russia said it could only go along with Trump's energy truce proposal if Western energy sanctions on Moscow were lifted first.”

Myanmar Dictator Seeks Western Relations

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Exclusive: Myanmar’s Dictator Wants to Rebuild Ties With the West TIME · 2026-09-23

“When Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy (NLD) won a landslide in 2015, President Barack Obama lifted all remaining U.S. economic sanctions.”

Lukashenko Putin Dictator Debate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-23
Lukashenko reveals bizarre argument he and Putin have over who is the ‘bigger dictator’ Fox News · 2026-09-23

“While Western nations maintain economic restrictions over human rights abuses, U.S. sanctions on Belarusian potash were lifted following recent political prisoner releases, though European Union sanctions remain active.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
As Trump and Zelenskyy talk about potential energy truce, Russia and Ukraine unleash new wave of strikes CBC News · 2026-09-22

“Putin's ruling party romps to win in wartime Russian election Norway PM 'prepared, but not afraid' of Russian incursion The Kremlin has previously said it is open to a moratorium on attacks against energy infrastructure, but has insisted that Western…”

Russia Sanctions Lifted

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
Latvian PM opposes deal to lift sanctions on Russia-linked billionaires Usmanov and Fridman The Straits Times · 2026-09-22

“Under the proposal, sanctions on Usmanov and Fridman would be lifted but those on some 3,000 other Russia-linked individuals and entities would be renewed for three years.”

Trump Belarus Fertiliser Deal

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-22
Trump seeks ‘massive’ Belarus fertiliser deal amid Canada trade war The Guardian · 2026-09-22

“Last week, Belarus freed 25 political prisoners as the US lifted sanctions on two of the country’s companies.”

Russia Sanctions

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-21
EU foreign policy chief calls for continued sanctions on Russia The Straits Times · 2026-09-21

“EU foreign policy chief calls for continued sanctions on Russia AI generated UNITED NATIONS, United States – EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas urged the bloc’s member states on Sept 21 to maintain sanctions targeting Russia over the war on Ukraine, as countries…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-21
U.S. sanctions on International Criminal Court officials | Explained The Hindu · 2026-09-21

“UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, called the sanctions unacceptable and demanded it be lifted while European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said the court “must be able to act independently and without external pressure”.”

Turkey Bans Iranian Bank

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-19
Turkiye revokes operating licence of Iran’s Bank Mellat in Istanbul Al Jazeera · 2026-09-19

“Those sanctions were lifted as part of a landmark 2015 deal between Tehran and world powers to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-17
Russia, China end mandate for independent monitoring of UN sanctions on Iran The Straits Times · 2026-09-17

“Russia, China end mandate for independent monitoring of UN sanctions on Iran UNITED NATIONS - Russia and China ended on Sept 17 a United Nations Security Council mandate for the independent monitoring of international sanctions on Iran, reviving their…”

Azerbaijan Sanctions Pressure

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-16
French seeks lifting of EU sanctions on billionaire after pressure by Azerbaijan, diplomats say The Straits Times · 2026-09-16

“French seeks lifting of EU sanctions on billionaire after pressure by Azerbaijan, diplomats say PARIS, Sept 15 - France has been urging the EU to lift sanctions on Russian-Uzbek billionaire Alisher Usmanov after coming under what it says is pressure from…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-15
Kremlin welcomes Trump’s idea of energy truce with Ukraine, calls for sanctions removal The Straits Times · 2026-09-15

“…lcomes Trump’s idea of energy truce with Ukraine, calls for sanctions removal MOSCOW - The Kremlin said on Sept 15 it welcomed a US proposal for a Russia-Ukraine moratorium on attacking each other’s energy infrastructure, while saying it was also necessary to…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-15
NATO fighter jet shoots down drone over Lithuania CBC News · 2026-09-15

“On Tuesday, the Kremlin said it welcomed what it termed a U.S. proposal, while adding that "illegal" sanctions on Russian energy supplies should be lifted.”

Russia Sanctions Extended

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-14
EU envoys extend Russia sanctions by seven days to debate six-month renewal, EU presidency says The Straits Times · 2026-09-14

“EU envoys extend Russia sanctions by seven days to debate six-month renewal, EU presidency says BRUSSELS, Sept 14 - European Union envoys have pushed back the expiry of EU Russia sanctions listings by seven days until September 22, a spokesperson for the EU's…”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-14
Donald Trump Jr.’s Bahamas Wedding Was Secretly Bankrolled by Russian Oligarch Close to Putin ProPublica · 2026-09-14

“The Ukrainian government has imposed sanctions on Kremlev personally, citing his closeness to Putin and Russian security services.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-14
Iran protests as US prevents its nuclear chief attending IAEA meeting The Straits Times · 2026-09-14

“Eslami was among those targeted by sanctions lifted under a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and major powers and the United States.”

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-10
September 9, 2026 Letters from an American · 2026-09-10

“…JCPOA) negotiated between the U.S., China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, and Iran during the Obama administration, Iran agreed to reduce its stockpile of enriched uranium significantly and allow inspections in exchange for relief from some…”

Ukraine Takes Space War Action

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-09-03
Ukraine takes the war to Russia’s space programme in tactical shift Al Jazeera · 2026-09-03

““Our long-range sanctions against Russia for this war once again reached the Dubna space communications centre,””

Trump's Iran War Stalemate

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-27
After six months, the Iran war has reached its endgame – a costly stalemate The Straits Times · 2026-08-27

“Some political analysts say the strategy faces a deeper flaw: From North Korea to Russia and Iran itself, sanctions have rarely forced governments to abandon goals they view as existential for their survival.”

US Sanctions on Iran Economy

Politics · 1 matching article from 1 outlet · 2026-08-25
Iran says it is 'fully prepared' to counter widened US economic sanctions BBC News · 2026-08-25

“Former US President Barack Obama and several US allies had agreed a deal with the country in 2015 which lifted many sanctions in return for Iran agreeing to limit its nuclear programme.”

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