Britain targets Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ with new sanctions package
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Britain targets Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ with new sanctions package

Associated Press  

LONDON — Britain sanctioned 30 ships in Russia’s so-called shadow fleet that have been skirting restrictions to transport billions of dollars of petroleum, the Foreign Office said Monday. It is the biggest sanctions package targeting the fleet of illegitimate and often decrepit ships that are operating illegally to avoid sanctions, the Foreign Office said. “Russia’s oil revenues are fueling the fires of war and destruction in Ukraine,” Foreign Secretary David Lammy said in Italy at a meeting of G7 foreign ministers. “We are determined to ensure that both the ships and the enablers of those ships thwarting European and U.K. sanctions are hurt at this time.” Half the ships sanctioned delivered more than 3.4 billion pounds worth of oil and oil products in the past 12 months, a Foreign Office statement said.

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UK announces fresh sanctions on Russian energy
5 days, 12 hours ago

UK announces fresh sanctions on Russian energy

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The UK has announced a fresh wave of sanctions on …

Zelenskyy urges action to stop Putin’s 'shadow fleet', cut Russia's war funding
6 days, 9 hours ago

Zelenskyy urges action to stop Putin’s 'shadow fleet', cut Russia's war funding

Firstpost  

The European Union on Monday adopted sanctions targeting 52 more vessels from Moscow’s shadow fleet that try to circumvent Western restrictions to move oil, arms and grains. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appealed to allies on Tuesday to ensure the so-called shadow fleet of vessels used by Russia to circumvent sanctions no longer operated in the European waters. — Volodymyr Zelenskyy …

EU sanctions against Russia over Ukraine war targets its ‘shadow fleet’, China
1 week ago

EU sanctions against Russia over Ukraine war targets its ‘shadow fleet’, China

Hindustan Times  

The European Union has adopted a 15th package of sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, including tougher measures against Chinese entities and more vessels from Moscow's so-called shadow fleet, the EU Commission said in a statement on Monday. "Namely one individual and two entities facilitating the circumvention of EU sanctions, and four entities supplying sensitive drone components and …

EU slaps sanctions on dozens more Russian officials and targets its shadow oil and gas fleet
1 week ago

EU slaps sanctions on dozens more Russian officials and targets its shadow oil and gas fleet

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union on Monday imposed fresh sanctions on dozens of officials linked to Russia’s war on Ukraine, including two top North Korean defense officials, a military unit blamed for an attack on a Kyiv children’s hospital and the heads of companies in the energy sector. Russia’s vast shadow fleet of ships that Moscow is exploiting to skirt …

EU targets Russia’s ghost fleet shipping oil in a new round of sanctions
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1 week, 5 days ago

EU targets Russia’s ghost fleet shipping oil in a new round of sanctions

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Union envoys have agreed a new raft of sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine, targeting in particular a vast shadow fleet of ships that Moscow is exploiting to skirt restrictions on transporting oil and fuel, the EU’s Hungarian presidency said on Wednesday. The sanctions are aimed at about 50 of what are routinely decrepit ships …

US Considers New Russia Oil Sanctions to Weaken Putin Ahead of Trump
1 week, 5 days ago

US Considers New Russia Oil Sanctions to Weaken Putin Ahead of Trump

Deccan Chronicle  

The Biden administration is weighing new, harsher sanctions against Russia’s lucrative oil trade, seeking to tighten the squeeze on the Kremlin’s war machine just weeks before Donald Trump returns to the White House.Details of the possible new measures were still being worked out, but President Joe Biden’s team was considering restrictions that might target some Russian oil exports, according to …

The biggest remaining unsanctioned Russian bank hit with U.S. sanctions, nearly three years into war
1 month ago

The biggest remaining unsanctioned Russian bank hit with U.S. sanctions, nearly three years into war

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Russia’s third largest bank, Gazprombank and its six foreign subsidiaries were hit with U.S. sanctions on Thursday — in a move intended to curtail Russia’s ability to evade the thousands of sanctions imposed on the nation since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the sanctions targeting Russia’s largest remaining …

Iran says British and European sanctions on shipping company and national airline unjustified
1 month ago

Iran says British and European sanctions on shipping company and national airline unjustified

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The EU sanctioned Iran’s national shipping company, the Islamic …

UK hits Iran with new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia
1 month ago

UK hits Iran with new sanctions for supplying missiles to Russia

Associated Press  

LONDON — The U.K. government hit Iran with new sanctions Monday for sending ballistic missiles and other weapons to Russia to support the war against Ukraine. “Iran’s attempts to undermine global security are dangerous and unacceptable,” Foreign Secretary David Lammy said in a statement in advance of announcing the sanctions at the U.N. Security Council. “Alongside our international partners, we …

UK unveils biggest Russia sanctions package for 18 months targeting mercenaries in Africa and industrial suppliers in signal of support for Ukraine
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

UK unveils biggest Russia sanctions package for 18 months targeting mercenaries in Africa and industrial suppliers in signal of support for Ukraine

Daily Mail  

The UK has unveiled the biggest Russia sanctions package for 18 months in a signal of support for Ukraine. Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced 56 new measures, targeting industrial suppliers and mercenary groups operating in Africa. Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced 56 new Russia sanctions measures, targeting industrial suppliers and mercenary groups operating in Africa The move comes amid global …

52 UK-linked companies probed for breaching Russia oil sanctions
2 months, 1 week ago

52 UK-linked companies probed for breaching Russia oil sanctions

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Treasury has investigated more …

U.K. sanctions ten ships from Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’
3 months, 1 week ago

U.K. sanctions ten ships from Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’

The Hindu  

The U.K. government, on Wednesday, announced sanctions on a “shadow fleet” of ten Russian oil tankers that it has alleged were circumventing Western oil sanctions. The European Union and Group of Seven countries, including the U.K., are among those who have participated in U.S.-led sanctions on Russian oil, with petroleum being a critical source of funding for Russia’s war with …

EU targets Russia’s ‘ghost fleet’, expresses concern over its ‘hybrid attacks’
5 months, 4 weeks ago

EU targets Russia’s ‘ghost fleet’, expresses concern over its ‘hybrid attacks’

The Hindu  

The European Union on June 24 slapped new sanctions on Russia over its war on Ukraine, targeting Moscow’s shadow fleet of tankers moving liquefied natural gas through Europe. At a meeting in Luxembourg, where the sanctions were endorsed, EU Foreign Ministers also expressed concern about a rise in hybrid attacks by Russia — including allegations of election interference, cyber-attacks and …

David Cameron calls on Europe to turn off Russian gas to save Ukraine
6 months, 1 week ago

David Cameron calls on Europe to turn off Russian gas to save Ukraine

The Telegraph  

The bloc was responsible for importing up to half of Moscow’s LNG with Spain and France being the second and third largest buyers behind China. Lord Cameron also confirmed that Britain would hand Ukraine at least £3 billion in military support “next year and every year in the future for as long as it takes until Putin is defeated”. Rebuild …

US sanctions hundreds of individuals, firms over Russia’s war in Ukraine
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US sanctions hundreds of individuals, firms over Russia’s war in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

The United States has imposed new sanctions on hundreds of individuals and firms linked to Russia’s war in Ukraine, accusing Moscow of illegally using chemical weapons against Ukrainian forces. US officials on Wednesday announced measures targeting more than 280 entities in their latest effort to paralyse Russia’s military and industrial capabilities, including 20 firms based in China and Hong Kong. …

U.S. Piles New Sanctions On Russia For Ukraine War's 2nd Anniversary, Navalny's Death
10 months ago

U.S. Piles New Sanctions On Russia For Ukraine War's 2nd Anniversary, Navalny's Death

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The United States and the European Union are piling new sanctions on Russia on the eve of the second anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine and in retaliation for the death of noted Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny last week in an Arctic penal colony. The U.S. Treasury Department plans Friday to impose more than 500 …

U.S., EU add sanctions on Russia for Ukraine war, Navalny’s death
10 months ago

U.S., EU add sanctions on Russia for Ukraine war, Navalny’s death

LA Times  

The United States and the European Union are piling new sanctions on Russia on the eve of the second anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine and in retaliation for the death of noted Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny last week in an Arctic penal colony. The 27-nation bloc also said that it was targeting scores of Russian officials, including “members of …

Tankers Tied to the Russian Oil Trade Grind to a Halt Following US Sanctions
10 months, 1 week ago

Tankers Tied to the Russian Oil Trade Grind to a Halt Following US Sanctions

Hindustan Times  

-- A chunk of the vast fleet of tankers that Russia uses to deliver its crude oil is grinding to a halt under the weight of US sanctions, a sign that tougher measures by western regulators might be starting to have tangible effects on Moscow. “Independent agencies, market analysts and the Russians themselves point to the fact that the price …

Russia sanctions UK officials, historians and academics: ‘Russophobic people’
10 months, 1 week ago

Russia sanctions UK officials, historians and academics: ‘Russophobic people’

Hindustan Times  

Russia on Monday imposed sanctions on 18 British citizens including a number of top academics and Russia experts for what Moscow said was an attempt to demonise Russia and fan the war in Ukraine. "We are forced to state that Russophobically charged British representatives do not shy away trying to discredit the constitutional system and socio-political processes in our country," …

U.S. imposes more Russian oil price cap sanctions and issues new compliance rules for shippers
1 year ago

U.S. imposes more Russian oil price cap sanctions and issues new compliance rules for shippers

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. imposed new sanctions on alleged violators of a $60 per barrel price cap on Russian oil and tightened compliance rules for insurance firms and shippers, Wednesday. Also sanctioned were Hong Kong-based Covart Energy, which has increased its share of the trade of Russian oil since the price cap policy was implemented, and Hong Kong-based Bellatrix Energy. …

Sanctions on Russian oil have failed. Were they ever meant to succeed?
1 year ago

Sanctions on Russian oil have failed. Were they ever meant to succeed?

Al Jazeera  

Last December, the European Union banned imports of Russian crude oil in a bid to starve the Russian war machine into submission over its invasion of Ukraine. Sanction-proof tankers Anticipating this, the EU, along with the G7, last year placed a $60-per-barrel price cap on Russian oil sold to third parties. “It’s basically a sanction-proof tanker.” Western protection-and-indemnity-insured tankers dropped …

The US government sanctions two shipping companies for violating the Russian oil price cap
1 year, 2 months ago

The US government sanctions two shipping companies for violating the Russian oil price cap

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department said Thursday that it has imposed its first set of sanctions on two companies that shipped Russian oil in violation of a multinational price cap. As a result of the sanctions, the Biden administration is blocking the companies’ ability to conduct business or access any property or financial interests in the U.S. A senior treasury …

UK, US announce fresh sanctions on Russian items ahead of G7 summit | DETAILS
1 year, 7 months ago

UK, US announce fresh sanctions on Russian items ahead of G7 summit | DETAILS

India TV News  

The United Kingdom has announced a fresh round of sanctions on Russia with the latest addition being the ban on Russian diamonds along with the military-industrial complex and metals amid the ongoing war with Ukraine. Amid his meet with G7 leaders in Hiroshima, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will also issue a warning against complacency in preserving "our ideals and against …

EU weighs new powers to hit those helping Russia evade sanctions
1 year, 10 months ago

EU weighs new powers to hit those helping Russia evade sanctions

Firstpost  

The new powers may include issuing warnings to people or companies outside and in the EU that are helping Russia get around sanctions and giving the bloc the ability to act where this relates to products used against Ukraine in battle, according to a report New Delhi: A number of European Union member states are urging the block to strengthen …

Russia has amassed a shadow fleet to ship its oil around sanctions
1 year, 11 months ago

Russia has amassed a shadow fleet to ship its oil around sanctions

NPR  

Russia has amassed a shadow fleet to ship its oil around sanctions Enlarge this image toggle caption AP AP Before Russia invaded Ukraine last February, Europe was by far the largest customer for the oil sales that give Moscow its wealth, even bigger than Russia's domestic market. It's known in the oil industry as a "shadow fleet." He says the …

US slaps sanctions on Russian naval entities, asks latter to end 'brutal campaign' against Ukraine
2 years ago

US slaps sanctions on Russian naval entities, asks latter to end 'brutal campaign' against Ukraine

India TV News  

The US, on Thursday, sanctioned 10 Russian naval entities. Asking Russia to end its 'brutal campaign' against Ukraine, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, "These accountability measures underscore a simple message, the Kremlin must end its brutal campaign against Ukraine." In the wake of Russian naval operations against Ukrainian ports, including those that are providing much-needed food and grain …

US sanctions non-Russians linked to military suppliers
2 years, 1 month ago

US sanctions non-Russians linked to military suppliers

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. said Monday it was imposing sanctions on a list of people and firms around the globe that it alleged are involved in supporting Russia’s military as it wages war on Ukraine. He said the U.S. “will continue to crack down on Russia’s attempts to evade international sanctions to fund its war machine.” The Treasury Department’s Office …

U.S. sanctions non-Russians linked to military suppliers
2 years, 1 month ago

U.S. sanctions non-Russians linked to military suppliers

LA Times  

The Department of the Treasury’s seal outside the Treasury Department building in Washington on May 4, 2021. The U.S. said Monday it was imposing sanctions on a list of people and firms around the globe that it alleged are involved in supporting Russia’s military as it wages war on Ukraine. He said the U.S. “will continue to crack down on …

EU Proposes New Russia Sanctions Including Oil Price Cap Over Latest 'Escalation' in Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

EU Proposes New Russia Sanctions Including Oil Price Cap Over Latest 'Escalation' in Ukraine

News 18  

The EU’s executive on Wednesday proposed a new round of sanctions on Moscow over its latest “escalation” in Ukraine, including an oil price cap and ban on Russian exports worth seven billion euros. “Last week, Russia has escalated the invasion of Ukraine to a new level,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said. As part of the new round …

Russian oil transfers in UK
2 years, 4 months ago

Russian oil transfers in UK

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. At least twice in May, British-crewed vessels sped out …

European shipping firms ‘making a mockery’ of Russia sanctions as oil cargoes double
2 years, 6 months ago

European shipping firms ‘making a mockery’ of Russia sanctions as oil cargoes double

The Independent  

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‘Big blow to Putin’s war’: Sanctions approved on Russian oil
2 years, 6 months ago

‘Big blow to Putin’s war’: Sanctions approved on Russian oil

Al Jazeera  

A sixth round of European Union sanctions targeting Russian oil, banks, and military officials entered into force on Friday. The punitive measures against the Kremlin for invading Ukraine come into legal effect after long, drawn-out negotiations to convince Hungary and other landlocked EU countries to agree to a partial ban on Russian oil. EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said …

Group of 7 issues new sanctions against Russia over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 7 months ago

Group of 7 issues new sanctions against Russia over Ukraine invasion

LA Times  

The U.S., European Union and Group of 7 leaders on Sunday unveiled a fresh round of sanctions targeting Russia’s industrial sector, state-controlled media and Russian and Belarusian finance executives from major banks including Russia’s Gazprombank. The announcement came as President Biden held virtual talks with G-7 leaders along with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the eve of Russia’s Victory Day, …

EU, UK seek to corner Russia with more sanctions
2 years, 8 months ago

EU, UK seek to corner Russia with more sanctions

India Today  

Britain and the European Union on Wednesday announced coordinated sanctions against pro-Moscow separatists in Ukraine, as well as more Russian oligarchs and their relatives. The UK government said that, in coordination with the EU, it is sanctioning "178 Russian separatists" in eastern Ukraine, in addition to six more oligarchs and their families and employees. "This comes after multiple reports last …

U.K., European Union impose sanctions on Putin's daughters
2 years, 8 months ago

U.K., European Union impose sanctions on Putin's daughters

The Hindu  

Britain and the European Union have added two adult daughters of Russian President Vladimir Putin to their sanctions list, as part of a new package of measures targeting Russia's economy, businessmen and oligarchs in retaliation for the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine. The British government said on Friday that it is imposing asset freezes and travel bans on Putin’s daughters Katerina …

Top EU diplomat decries Russia’s ‘massive war crime’ in Mariupol
2 years, 9 months ago

Top EU diplomat decries Russia’s ‘massive war crime’ in Mariupol

Al Jazeera  

Borrell says EU foreign ministers will discuss more support to Ukraine and fresh sanctions on Russian oil and gas sectors. The European Union’s foreign policy chief has called Russia’s attack on the Ukrainian port city Mariupol “a massive war crime”, as a string of member states pushed for sanctions on Moscow’s key energy sector. “What’s happening now in Mariupol is …

EU and UK hit Russia with wider sanctions that target luxury
2 years, 9 months ago

EU and UK hit Russia with wider sanctions that target luxury

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Pure-bred horses, truffles, a soccer club owner and a media company chief. The 27-nation bloc sought to stay away from sanctions that would sap its supply of Russian energy, but pounced with measures worth billions while stifling Russia’s ability to work on global markets by banning EU rating agencies from working with Russian clients. Russia also imposed some …

UK sanctions Russian lawmakers who supported Ukraine breakaways
2 years, 9 months ago

UK sanctions Russian lawmakers who supported Ukraine breakaways

Al Jazeera  

The blacklisted Duma members will be banned from travelling to or doing business in the UK and accessing assets held there. Friday’s announcement is the latest in a series of punitive measures taken by the UK and other international allies to increase diplomatic pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We’re targeting those complicit in Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine and …

EXPLAINER: A look at West’s tightening sanctions on Russia
2 years, 9 months ago

EXPLAINER: A look at West’s tightening sanctions on Russia

Associated Press  

Washington — The United States and European allies are stepping up sanctions to make Russia pay for invading Ukraine, and while the penalties are hurting Russia’s economy, they have failed so far to stop the fighting. The White House announced additional financial sanctions Thursday aimed at people in President Vladimir Putin’s inner circle, and the State Department said it was …

How and where US, UK, EU and Australian sanctions are targeting Russia
2 years, 9 months ago

How and where US, UK, EU and Australian sanctions are targeting Russia

ABC  

Western leaders have revealed more sanctions on Russia after its forces invaded Ukraine. Banks and financial firms The US and UK announced restrictions that, combined with previous sanctions, would effectively kick the vast majority of Russian banking assets out of both countries. The UK had previously banned Russia from raising funds in the UK, Europe's major capital markets hub, and …

Ukraine: EU sanctions Russia defence minister, military chief
2 years, 9 months ago

Ukraine: EU sanctions Russia defence minister, military chief

Al Jazeera  

Details of sanctions designed to ‘hurt a lot’ also target military chiefs, Kremlin chief of staff and top editor at state-run RT. The European Union has imposed sanctions on Russia’s defence minister Sergei Shoigu, the country’s military chiefs, and other people close to the Kremlin in response to the escalating crisis in Ukraine. Flagging the plan alongside French Foreign Minister …

UK unveils ‘most severe’ sanctions against Russia
2 years, 9 months ago

UK unveils ‘most severe’ sanctions against Russia

Al Jazeera  

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the measures target banks and members of President Vladimir Putin’s closest circle. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled a package of “severe” sanctions against Russia on Thursday, targeting banks, members of President Vladimir Putin’s closest circle and the extremely wealthy who enjoy high-rolling London lifestyles. “For our part today the UK is announcing the largest …

Biden announces sanctions against Russian oligarchs, banks
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden announces sanctions against Russian oligarchs, banks

The Hindu  

U.S. President Joe Biden ordered heavy US financial sanctions against Russian banks and oligarchs on Tuesday, stepping up the West's confrontation with Moscow, even as Russian lawmakers authorised President Vladimir Putin to use military force outside their country. Mr. Biden said the U.S. would impose “full blocking” on two large Russian financial institutions and “comprehensive sanctions” on Russian debt. “It …

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