U.S. President Joe Biden signs law banning Russian uranium imports
7 months, 1 week ago

U.S. President Joe Biden signs law banning Russian uranium imports

The Hindu  

U.S. President Joe Biden signed into law a ban on Russian enriched uranium on Monday, May 13, 2024, the White House said, in the latest effort by Washington to disrupt President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. Russia is the world's top supplier of enriched uranium, and about 24% of the enriched uranium used by U.S. nuclear power plants come from the country. "Today, President Biden signed into law a historic series of actions that will strengthen our nation's energy and economic security by reducing, and ultimately eliminating, our reliance on Russia for civilian nuclear power," Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, said in a statement. Mr. Sullivan said the law "delivers on multilateral goals we have set with our allies and partners," including a pledge last December with Canada, France, Japan and the United Kingdom to collectively invest $4.2 billion to expand enrichment and conversion capacity of uranium.

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As US ramps up nuclear power, fuel supplier plans to enrich more uranium domestically
1 month ago

As US ramps up nuclear power, fuel supplier plans to enrich more uranium domestically

Live Mint  

OAK RIDGE, Tenn. — A supplier of fuel for nuclear power plants announced a $60 million expansion in Tennessee on Wednesday, promising to resume and grow its manufacturing of high-tech centrifuges there to enrich uranium at its facility in Ohio. The expansion by Centrus Energy at its massive facility in Oak Ridge comes as the U.S. ramps up its reliance …

In Russia-U.S. Uranium Split, an Opportunity for Kazakhstan
6 months ago

In Russia-U.S. Uranium Split, an Opportunity for Kazakhstan

The Diplomat  

On May 13, U.S. President Joe Biden signed into law a bill prohibiting the import of low-enriched uranium from Russia. As Ward writes in the CPC report, “If Kazakhstan is to become a beneficiary of the U.S. ban on Russian uranium, officials need to find a way to circumvent Russian enrichment facilities and transport routes.” This is where that $2.72 …

New US sanctions against Russia target weapons development, ban uranium imports for nuclear power
7 months, 3 weeks ago

New US sanctions against Russia target weapons development, ban uranium imports for nuclear power

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States on Wednesday imposed new sanctions on hundreds of companies and people tied to Russia’s weapons development program, more than a dozen Chinese entities accused of helping Moscow find workarounds to earlier penalties, and individuals linked to the death of Kremlin opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the action “will further disrupt and …

Forget ‘Oppenheimer’ — nuclear power is having its moment in Washington
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Forget ‘Oppenheimer’ — nuclear power is having its moment in Washington

Politico  

The lone project with a license for an advanced reactor was canceled last year. Growing opportunities for advanced nuclear power “has a lot of us in the clean energy field really excited,” she said, adding that “it’s one of those missing pieces of the clean energy portfolio where we need firm clean power to provide that backup to wind and …

Could Kazakhstan’s Uranium Exports to the US Increase?
1 year, 4 months ago

Could Kazakhstan’s Uranium Exports to the US Increase?

The Diplomat  

The U.S. Congress is attempting to ban uranium imports from Russia to diminish U.S. energy reliance on the country. Moreover, if energy sanctions and bans on Russia occur, Kazakhstan’s uranium industry could ultimately be a big winner. Kazakhstan’s atomic company, Kazatomprom, has announced successful deliveries of uranium to Canada and Romania since the war commenced via the Trans-Caspian International Transport …

Russia-Ukraine war: Six months into war, Russian goods still flowing to US
2 years, 4 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Six months into war, Russian goods still flowing to US

India TV News  

Russia-Ukraine war: On a hot, humid East Coast day this summer, a massive container ship pulled into the Port of Baltimore loaded with sheets of plywood, aluminum rods and radioactive material – all sourced from the fields, forests and factories of Russia. Now-banned products like Russian oil and gas continued to arrive in U.S. ports long after the announcement of …

Biden: G-7 to ban Russian gold in response to Ukraine war
2 years, 5 months ago

Biden: G-7 to ban Russian gold in response to Ukraine war

Deccan Chronicle  

Elmau, : President Joe Biden said Sunday that the United States and other Group of Seven leading economies will announce a ban on imports of gold from Russia, a step the leaders hope will further isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. Hours before the summit was officially set to open, Russia launched missile strikes against the Ukrainian capital …

Joe Biden says G7 to ban Russian gold in response to Ukraine war
2 years, 5 months ago

Joe Biden says G7 to ban Russian gold in response to Ukraine war

The Hindu  

President Joe Biden said on Sunday that the United States and other Group of Seven leading economies will announce a ban on imports of gold from Russia, a step the leaders hope will further isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. Mr. Biden and his Group of Seven allies will huddle on the summit's opening day Sunday on strategies …

Biden, Europe suspend Russia’s trade status, ratcheting up economic pain for Putin
2 years, 9 months ago

Biden, Europe suspend Russia’s trade status, ratcheting up economic pain for Putin

LA Times  

President Biden says the U.S. and European sanctions are “crushing Russia’s economy” and credit rating agencies have downgraded Russia’s currency to “junk status.” President Biden announced Friday that the U.S. will suspend normal trade relations with Russia as part of the ongoing effort to punish President Vladimir Putin for his unprovoked war in Ukraine. “Putin is the aggressor and he …

House approves ban on Russian oil to US, bolstering Biden
2 years, 9 months ago

House approves ban on Russian oil to US, bolstering Biden

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The House overwhelmingly approved legislation Wednesday night that would ban Russian oil imports to the United States, an effort to put into law the restrictions announced by President Joe Biden in response to the escalating war in Ukraine. Going further than Biden’s import ban on Russian oil, the bill making its way through Congress would also encourage a …

US strikes harder at Putin, banning all Russian oil imports
2 years, 9 months ago

US strikes harder at Putin, banning all Russian oil imports

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Striking harder at Russia’s economy, President Joe Biden on Tuesday ordered a ban on Russian oil imports in retaliation for Vladimir Putin’s onslaught in Ukraine. Last week, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave a big boost when she declared, “Ban it.” On Monday, Democrats on the powerful Ways & Means Committee posted, then removed, an announcement on a bipartisan …

U.S. President Joe Biden to ban Russian oil imports over Ukraine war
2 years, 9 months ago

U.S. President Joe Biden to ban Russian oil imports over Ukraine war

The Hindu  

Saying that the U.S. was targeting “the main artery of the Russia’s economy”, President Joe Biden announced that the U.S. would ban the import of all Russian oil, gas and energy, in retaliation for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. “That means Russian oil will no longer be acceptable at U.S. ports,” Mr. Biden announced from the White House …

Russia-Ukraine war: Biden bans US imports of Russian oil and gas
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Biden bans US imports of Russian oil and gas

Al Jazeera  

US president says move aims to put pressure on Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to end deadly attacks on Ukraine. “We can take this step when others cannot, but we’re working closely with Europe and our partners to develop a long-term strategy to reduce their dependence on Russian energy, as well.” On Monday, a top Russian official said there would be …

Biden blocks Russian oil imports in latest round of sanctions on Kremlin
2 years, 9 months ago

Biden blocks Russian oil imports in latest round of sanctions on Kremlin

LA Times  

With Tuesday’s announcement of the U.S. ban on Russian oil, President Biden has broadened the economic sanctions leveled against Moscow over its war in Ukraine. President Biden announced on Tuesday that the U.S. will ban the importing of Russian oil, liquefied natural gas and coal, broadening the economic sanctions leveled against Moscow over its war in Ukraine. But he’ll never …

US President Biden announces ban on Russian oil over Ukrainian war
2 years, 9 months ago

US President Biden announces ban on Russian oil over Ukrainian war

India TV News  

Highlights US President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced that the US has decided to ban Russian oil imports Move follows pleas by Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to U.S. and Western officials to cut off imports U.S. will be acting alone, but in close consultation with European allies. US President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced that the US has decided to ban …

Biden to announce a ban on US imports of Russian energy
2 years, 9 months ago

Biden to announce a ban on US imports of Russian energy

Al Jazeera  

The Biden administration will impose a ban on U.S. imports of Russian energy on Tuesday without the participation of its European allies, according to people familiar with the matter. Russian oil made up about 3% of all the crude shipments that arrived in the U.S. last year, U.S. Energy Information Administration data show. Administration officials have been discussing with the …

Biden announces Russian oil import ban and warns gas prices could increase even more
2 years, 9 months ago

Biden announces Russian oil import ban and warns gas prices could increase even more

NPR  

Biden announces Russian oil import ban and warns gas prices could increase even more Enlarge this image toggle caption Joseph Prezioso/AFP via Getty Images Joseph Prezioso/AFP via Getty Images President Biden on Tuesday announced a ban on U.S. imports of Russian oil and gas — the latest move to try to punish Moscow for invading Ukraine. "That means Russian oil …

US prepared to move alone in banning Russian oil imports - Sources
2 years, 9 months ago

US prepared to move alone in banning Russian oil imports - Sources

Live Mint  

The Biden administration is willing to move ahead with a ban on Russian oil imports into the United States without the participation of allies in Europe, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters, after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The White House is also negotiating with congressional leaders who are working on fast-tracking legislation banning Russian imports, a move that …

Congress will draft legislation suspending trade relations with Russia and banning energy imports
2 years, 9 months ago

Congress will draft legislation suspending trade relations with Russia and banning energy imports

CNN  

CNN — A powerful, bipartisan group in Congress announced Monday that it would craft legislation suspending normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus, and grant the White House the authority to increase tariffs on the two countries, in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In a significant statement, four top lawmakers – the Democratic and Republican leaders of the House …

Pelosi supports halting Russian oil imports to US: ‘Ban it’
2 years, 9 months ago

Pelosi supports halting Russian oil imports to US: ‘Ban it’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Amid the escalating war in Ukraine, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday she supports banning Russian oil imports to the U.S., a hefty nod that could strengthen President Joe Biden’s hand as global allies seek to isolate Russian President Vladimir Putin’s regime. “I’m all for that,” Pelosi said about ending Russian oil in the U.S. “Ban it.” Finding …

Biden imposes sanctions on more oligarchs as Russia intensifies attack on Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

Biden imposes sanctions on more oligarchs as Russia intensifies attack on Ukraine

LA Times  

The yacht Amore Vero, linked to Russian oil tycoon Igor Sechin, was seized by French authorities as part of European Union sanctions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. On Thursday after the Russian leader’s 90-minute telephone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, an Elysee Palace official concluded that Putin was determined to conquer Ukraine no matter the cost, stating flatly that …

EXCLUSIVE-Punishing Putin: How Biden could cut Russia off from world tech
2 years, 10 months ago

EXCLUSIVE-Punishing Putin: How Biden could cut Russia off from world tech

The Hindu  

If Russia further invades Ukraine, the Biden administration could deprive it of a vast swath of low- and high-tech U.S. and foreign-made goods, from commercial electronics and computers to semiconductors and aircraft parts, people familiar with the matter told Reuters. President Joe Biden would achieve that by expanding the list of goods that require U.S. licenses before suppliers can ship …

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