EU promises more Ukraine war aid; calls for sanctions unity
2 years, 5 months ago

EU promises more Ukraine war aid; calls for sanctions unity

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Union foreign ministers promised another 500 millions euros in military aid to Ukraine’s war chest to beef up the defense of the nation as the bloc’s foreign policy chief exhorted member states not to waver in their commitment to sanctions against Russia. “If anything needs to be continued, it is weapons deliveries,” said Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis, insisting it was also essential to secure the port of Odesa enough to make sure grain shipments could resume. They have to step up with that.” What remains essential within the bloc, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said, was a unity of purpose to believe that the major package of sanctions targeting Moscow will work, even if the immediate effects on the battleground aren’t always visible. So even after he pleaded over the weekend for “strategic patience” when it came to sanctions to take hold, Borrell clearly lost patience with critics like Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán who last week claimed the EU had not only shot itself in the foot but also in the lungs with the six packages of sanctions.

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Russia's adaptability to US sanctions stymied their effectiveness, economists say
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Russia's adaptability to US sanctions stymied their effectiveness, economists say

The Independent  

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So many sanctions on Russia. How much impact do they really have?
10 months ago

So many sanctions on Russia. How much impact do they really have?

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — So many sanctions. Many of the new sanctions target Russian firms that contribute to the Kremlin’s war effort — everything from drone and industrial chemical manufacturers to machine tool importers. The Group of Seven allies in December 2022 imposed a $60 per barrel price cap on Russian oil, hoping to limit Russia’s revenues from fossil fuels. Treasury Deputy …

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 …

US and EU pile new sanctions on Russia for the Ukraine war’s 2nd anniversary and Navalny’s death
10 months ago

US and EU pile new sanctions on Russia for the Ukraine war’s 2nd anniversary and Navalny’s death

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States and European Union on Friday heaped hundreds of new sanctions on Russia in connection with 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. government imposed roughly 600 new sanctions on Russia and its war …

US sanctions 500 Russia-linked targets ahead of Ukraine war anniversary
10 months ago

US sanctions 500 Russia-linked targets ahead of Ukraine war anniversary

Al Jazeera  

US reiterates support for Ukraine with largest package of economic restrictions as Republicans block military aid. Washington has also imposed new export restrictions on nearly 100 entities for providing support to Russia and take action to further reduce Russia’s energy revenues, US President Joe Biden said on Friday. The new economic restrictions come after the White House said this week …

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 …

US to impose sanctions on 500 targets in Russia to mark Ukraine war anniversary
10 months ago

US to impose sanctions on 500 targets in Russia to mark Ukraine war anniversary

India Today  

The United States will impose sanctions on over 500 targets on Friday in action marking the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Deputy US Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo told Reuters in an interview on Thursday. The package will be the latest of thousands of sanctions targeting Moscow announced by the United States and its allies following Russia's 2022 invasion …

EU agrees on new sanctions against Russia days before the second anniversary of the war in Ukraine
10 months ago

EU agrees on new sanctions against Russia days before the second anniversary of the war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Union countries on Wednesday agreed on a new package of sanctions against Russia to target individuals and businesses suspected of assisting Moscow in its war against Ukraine, including Chinese companies. The decision coincides with the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, which began on Feb. 24, 2022, and comes days after the death of Russian opposition leader …

The US sanctions more foreign firms in a bid to choke off Russia’s supplies for its war in Ukraine
1 year, 1 month ago

The US sanctions more foreign firms in a bid to choke off Russia’s supplies for its war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States on Thursday imposed a new round of sanctions on 130 firms and people from Turkey, China and the United Arab Emirates in an effort to choke off Russia’s access to tools and equipment that support its invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions imposed by the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control target third-party firms and …

Kremlin says Russian economy ready to handle more sanctions
1 year, 2 months ago

Kremlin says Russian economy ready to handle more sanctions

Al Jazeera  

Russia’s economy has adapted well to Western sanctions and Moscow does not fear the prospect of more such measures, the Kremlin says. On February 25, 2022, a day after Russia undertook a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the European Union introduced wide-ranging sanctions intended to send a clear signal to Moscow that there would be severe consequences for the war. “Russia …

EU countries agree on a new package of Russia sanctions over the war in Ukraine
1 year, 6 months ago

EU countries agree on a new package of Russia sanctions over the war in Ukraine

LA Times  

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addresses the opening session of a conference in London on postwar recovery for Ukraine. European Union countries Wednesday agreed on a new package of sanctions on Russia for its war against Ukraine. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the head of the EU’s executive arm, said the new package would “deal a …

EU approves 10th package of sanctions on Russia over Ukraine war
1 year, 9 months ago

EU approves 10th package of sanctions on Russia over Ukraine war

Al Jazeera  

EU sanctions were designed to make financing the war more difficult for Russia, as well as starve it of tech equipment and spare parts. The latest round of sanctions provides for additional trade restrictions on Russia, the Swedish EU Council Presidency announced in Brussels on Friday evening, and are designed to make financing the war more difficult as well as …

EU prepares more Russia sanctions; Kremlin readies offensive
1 year, 10 months ago

EU prepares more Russia sanctions; Kremlin readies offensive

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — The European Union will unveil its 10th package of sanctions against Russia on Feb. 24 to mark the anniversary of Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a senior official from the bloc said in Kyiv on Friday, as Ukrainian forces gird for an expected Russian offensive in the coming weeks. Among the dead were two brothers, ages 49 …

EU to discuss Russia, Iran sanctions, top up of Ukraine arms fund
2 years ago

EU to discuss Russia, Iran sanctions, top up of Ukraine arms fund

The Hindu  

European Union foreign ministers will meet on December 12 to try to agree on further sanctions on Russia and Iran and an additional 2 billion euros for arms deliveries to Ukraine. "There is agreement, in principle, but there's also the big elephant in the room," a senior EU diplomat told reporters, referring to Budapest's use of its veto power. Foreign …

EU eyes Russian officials, banks, industry for sanctions
2 years ago

EU eyes Russian officials, banks, industry for sanctions

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union on Wednesday proposed travel bans and asset freezes on almost 200 more Russian officials and military officers as part of a new round of sanctions aimed at ramping up pressure on Moscow over its war in Ukraine. “This list covers key figures in Russia’s brutal and deliberate missile strikes against civilians, in the kidnapping of …

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 …

EU plans new package of biting sanctions against Russia
2 years, 2 months ago

EU plans new package of biting sanctions against Russia

India TV News  

Russia-Ukraine War: European Union countries should impose “biting sanctions” on Russian trade and hit officials responsible for “sham referendums” held in parts of Ukraine as Moscow ramps up the war, senior EU officials said Wednesday. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the Kremlin-orchestrated referendums on joining Russia “are an illegal attempt to grab land and change international borders …

Opinion: Putin’s extortion must not succeed
2 years, 3 months ago

Opinion: Putin’s extortion must not succeed

CNN  

Editor’s Note: David A. Andelman, a contributor to CNN, twice winner of the Deadline Club Award, is a chevalier of the French Legion of Honor, author of “A Red Line in the Sand: Diplomacy, Strategy, and the History of Wars That Might Still Happen” and blogs at Andelman Unleashed. The front page of France’s Le Monde newspaper on Monday carried …

EU moves closer to imposing more sanctions on Russia
2 years, 5 months ago

EU moves closer to imposing more sanctions on Russia

The Hindu  

The European Union moved closer to imposing more sanctions on Russia after its 27 ambassadors backed a series of measures to ban gold imports and tighten export controls on some high-technology goods. EU officials have been seeking all week to tighten the extensive package of sanctions on Russia and looking at ways to add a ban on gold exports in …

Have EU sanctions hurt Russia since it invaded Ukraine? Here’s the truth
2 years, 5 months ago

Have EU sanctions hurt Russia since it invaded Ukraine? Here’s the truth

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Since Russia deliberately violated international law …

EU: Blame Russia, not sanctions, for global food crisis
2 years, 6 months ago

EU: Blame Russia, not sanctions, for global food crisis

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union’s top diplomat said on Monday he has written to all African foreign ministers to explain that the bloc’s sanctions on Russia are not responsible for the looming global food crisis, and pledged to work out ways for exports of food and fertilizers to reach their continent. Earlier this month, the chairman of the African Union, …

EU pledges $520m in Ukraine funds at G7 meetup
2 years, 7 months ago

EU pledges $520m in Ukraine funds at G7 meetup

Al Jazeera  

European Union’s foreign policy head says the funds would be allocated for the purchase of heavy weapons. The European Union has announced a package of another 500 million euros for Ukraine to buy heavy weapons in its fight against Russia, the bloc’s foreign affairs chief has said at a gathering of Group of Seven nations in Germany. The funds would …

Sanctions hit Russian economy, although Putin says otherwise
2 years, 8 months ago

Sanctions hit Russian economy, although Putin says otherwise

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Nearly two months into the Russian-Ukraine war, the Kremlin has taken extraordinary steps to blunt an economic counteroffensive from the West. Russian President Vladimir Putin felt emboldened and proclaimed — evoking World War II imagery — that the country had withstood the West’s “blitz” of sanctions. A closer look, however, shows that the sanctions are taking a …

Sanctions Hit Russian Economy, Although Putin Says Otherwise
2 years, 8 months ago

Sanctions Hit Russian Economy, Although Putin Says Otherwise

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NEW YORK — Nearly two months into the Russian-Ukraine war, the Kremlin has taken extraordinary steps to blunt an economic counteroffensive from the West. Russian President Vladimir Putin felt emboldened and proclaimed — evoking World War II imagery — that the country had withstood the West’s “blitz” of sanctions. A closer look, however, shows that the sanctions …

Sanctions hit Russian economy, although Putin says otherwise
2 years, 8 months ago

Sanctions hit Russian economy, although Putin says otherwise

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. Russian President Vladimir Putin felt emboldened and proclaimed — …

Russia’s Putin says Western sanctions have failed
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia’s Putin says Western sanctions have failed

Al Jazeera  

Sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine led to a ‘deterioration of the economy in the West’, President Putin says. Western countries have imposed unprecedented sanctions on Russia’s corporate and financial system since it sent troops into Ukraine on February 24 in what it calls a “special military operation”. Putin said Russia should use its budget to support the …

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 …

Russia-Ukraine War: Fresh Sanctions by US Target Putin’s Daughters, Banks, Govt Officials
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia-Ukraine War: Fresh Sanctions by US Target Putin’s Daughters, Banks, Govt Officials

News 18  

In the aftermath of the gruesome Bucha killings, the United States and its allies have imposed fresh sanctions against Russia. “Sanctions against Russia must be ruinous enough for us to end this terrible war,” said the head of Ukraine’s presidential office, Andriy Yermak. The new sanctions target Russian President Vladimir Putin’s two adult daughters, Russia’s Sberbank and a ban on …

Opinion: Why sanctions won’t deter Putin
2 years, 8 months ago

Opinion: Why sanctions won’t deter Putin

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Peter Bergen is CNN’s national security analyst, a vice president at New America and a professor of practice at Arizona State University. CNN — The Biden administration Wednesday slapped sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s daughters, as well as imposing sanctions on two of Russia’s biggest banks. The ratcheting-up of sanctions on Russia gives the world the illusion …

US hits Russia with ‘war crimes’ sanctions, Europe following
2 years, 8 months ago

US hits Russia with ‘war crimes’ sanctions, Europe following

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. rolled out a new wave of financial sanctions on Wednesday against Russia that President Joe Biden said would place a lasting penalty on the country’s economy. In addition to sanctions aimed at Putin’s adult daughters, Mariya Putina and Katerina Tikhonova, the U.S. is targeting Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin; the wife and children of Russian Foreign Minister …

‘Do the right thing': How US, allies united to punish Putin
2 years, 9 months ago

‘Do the right thing': How US, allies united to punish Putin

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Just days before Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, President Joe Biden quietly dispatched a team to European Union headquarters in Belgium. A group of economists estimated Thursday that EU countries have transferred more than 13.3 billion euros to Russia for oil, natural gas and coal since the war began, essentially funding Putin’s war machine. One EU diplomat, …

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 …

EU imposes 4th set of sanctions against Russia for war
2 years, 9 months ago

EU imposes 4th set of sanctions against Russia for war

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union announced late Monday that the 27-nation bloc has approved a new set of sanctions to punish Moscow for its invasion of Ukraine. France, which holds the EU presidency, said the bloc “in consultation with our international partners, has approved a fourth package of sanctions targeting individuals and entities involved in the aggression against Ukraine, as …

Will the sanctions against Russia work?
2 years, 9 months ago

Will the sanctions against Russia work?

Al Jazeera  

Vladimir Putin says the sanctions against his country amount to a declaration of war. Russia is already facing the most severe set of Western sanctions ever imposed on a single country. They target a variety of sectors including, oil, banking, and aviation, as well as people close to President Vladimir Putin. Presenter: Hazem Sika Guests: Chris Weafer – Chief executive …

Russia warns the West: Our sanctions will hurt you
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia warns the West: Our sanctions will hurt you

Live Mint  

Russia warned the West on Wednesday that it was working on a broad response to sanctions that would be swift and felt in the West's most sensitive areas. Russia's economy is facing the gravest crisis since the 1991 fall of the Soviet Union after the West imposed crippling sanctions on almost entire Russian financial and corporate system following Moscow's invasion …

Explained | The major financial and commercial sanctions on Russia
2 years, 9 months ago

Explained | The major financial and commercial sanctions on Russia

The Hindu  

Owing to its geopolitical actions in the Ukraine, Russia has been the subject of a wide spectrum of financial and economic sanctions from the West. Energy The European Union on February 25 introduced an export ban on Russia pertaining to equipment and technologies relevant to oil refining and related services. White House, earlier in March, stated that the Commerce Dept …

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 …

War in Ukraine: EU Knows What Will Hurt Russia the Most – Trouble is It Will Hit EU Too
2 years, 9 months ago

War in Ukraine: EU Knows What Will Hurt Russia the Most – Trouble is It Will Hit EU Too

News 18  

After recognising the independence of separatist-held Ukrainian regions of Donetsk and Luhansk, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The EU’s structural energy dependency on Russia complicates any smooth rollout of a strong response against Moscow. The EU’s economic response concerning the energy sector is crucial as the bloc remains Russia’s largest export destination for energy products and fuels as …

Western sanctions target Vladimir Putin and Russian oligarchs over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 9 months ago

Western sanctions target Vladimir Putin and Russian oligarchs over Ukraine invasion

ABC  

The West is ramping up sanctions against the Kremlin as Russia continues to press forward with its invasion of Ukraine. US to target Russia's sovereign wealth fund The US joined its EU allies on Friday, with similar sanctions announced for Mr Putin and Mr Lavrov. "President Putin and Minister Lavrov are directly responsible for Russia's unprovoked and unlawful further invasion …

Vladimir Putin to be hit with more EU sanctions as war between Russia and Ukraine escalates
2 years, 9 months ago

Vladimir Putin to be hit with more EU sanctions as war between Russia and Ukraine escalates

ABC  

Russian missiles have continued to pound Kyiv, with families cowering in shelters as fighting was reported outside the city and Ukrainian troops in armoured vehicles rolled in. Key points: Russia has not yet mobilised the majority of its forces, according to US defence officials Thousands of Ukrainians are crossing into neighbouring countries in search of safety New sanctions include freezing …

Biden announces sanctions and export controls against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden announces sanctions and export controls against Russia

Hindustan Times  

President Joe Biden on Thursday announced a new round of sanctions targeting Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, charging that Russian leader Vladimir Putin “chose this war" and that his country will bear the consequences of his action. The penalties fall in line with the White House’s insistence that it would look to hit Russia’s financial system and Putin's inner …

EU plans 'harsh' sanctions package against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

EU plans 'harsh' sanctions package against Russia

The Hindu  

The European Union is planning the “strongest, the harshest package” of sanctions it has ever considered at an emergency summit on February 24, as the Russian military attacked Ukraine. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said, “the target is the stability in Europe and the whole of the international peace order and we will hold President Putin accountable for …

EU to hit Russia with ‘harshest’ sanctions over Ukraine attack
2 years, 10 months ago

EU to hit Russia with ‘harshest’ sanctions over Ukraine attack

Al Jazeera  

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen says sanctions will will target strategic sectors of the Russian economy. European Union leaders will impose new sanctions on Russia, freezing its assets, halting its banks’ access to European financial markets and targeting “Kremlin interests” for its invasion of Ukraine, senior officials have said. “We will weaken Russia’s economic base and its capacity …

Biden unveils new Russia sanctions over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 10 months ago

Biden unveils new Russia sanctions over Ukraine invasion

Al Jazeera  

US president says Russia will face ‘severe cost’ for attacking Ukraine, accusing Vladimir Putin of choosing war. Washington, DC – United States President Joe Biden has announced new sanctions against Russia, vowing to impose a “severe cost” on the country for its invasion of Ukraine. Speaking from the White House on Thursday, Biden voiced support for Ukraine and said the …

US sanctions on Russia affect defence, tech, finance
2 years, 10 months ago

US sanctions on Russia affect defence, tech, finance

Al Jazeera  

The White House unveiled measures to isolate Russia from the global financial, tech and trade system. The United States said that it is imposing ‘severe’ economic sanctions on Russia in response to President Vladimir Putin’s attack on Ukraine, aimed at crippling the Russian economy, its financial institutions and its access to technology. The Biden administration said in a statement Thursday …

EU sanctions hit Russian minister, top advisor, lawmakers
2 years, 10 months ago

EU sanctions hit Russian minister, top advisor, lawmakers

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The European Union agreed to slap sanctions Wednesday on Russia’s defense minister, a top adviser to President Vladimir Putin and hundreds of Russian lawmakers who voted in favor of recognizing the independence of separatist areas in southeast Ukraine. Putin signed a decree recognizing Donetsk and Luhansk as independent and appears to be driving Russia’s campaign against Ukraine, but …

US sanctions Russia for \'beginning\' invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

US sanctions Russia for \'beginning\' invasion of Ukraine

Deccan Chronicle  

WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced tough new sanctions on Russia for "beginning" an invasion of Ukraine but said there was still time to avoid war, even as Vladimir Putin signaled plans to send troops beyond Russia's borders. Russia's upper house, the Federation Council, gave Putin unanimous approval to deploy "peacekeepers" to two breakaway Ukrainian regions now recognized …

Explained: What are sanctions and how could Western countries target Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Explained: What are sanctions and how could Western countries target Russia

Hindustan Times  

The United States and its allies are preparing sanctions against Russia after Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday recognised Donetsk and Luhansk - the two rebel regions in Ukraine - as independent entities. Russian President Vladimir Putin signs documents, including a decree recognising two Russian-backed breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine as independent entities, during a ceremony in Moscow, Russia, in …

EU agrees on sanctions against Russian individuals and entities
2 years, 10 months ago

EU agrees on sanctions against Russian individuals and entities

Al Jazeera  

EU foreign policy chief Borrell says the sanctions unanimously agreed by 27 member states will hurt Russia. “The sanctions will hurt Russia and will hurt a lot,” Borrell said at a press conference with French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian. Unanimous agreement Le Drian, whose country holds the rotating EU presidency, said the member nations had “unanimously agreed on an …

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