US Sanctions Putin and Lavrov
2 years, 9 months ago

US Sanctions Putin and Lavrov

The Hindu  

The United States announced sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Friday, a day after President Joe Biden stepped up sanctions on Russia, including a freezing of funds. “In alignment with the decision by our European allies, the U.S. will join them in sanctioning President Putin and Foreign Minister Lavrov and members of the Russian national security team,” White House Press Secretary said on Friday. All property and interests in property of Mr. Putin, Mr. Lavrov and eleven of their national security team that are in the U.S. or in control of U.S. persons are blocked as a result of the sanctions. U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said “further costs” could be imposed on Russia for its “appalling” behaviour.

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

US sanctions 398 firms in more than a dozen countries, accusing them of helping Russia's war effort
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US sanctions 398 firms in more than a dozen countries, accusing them of helping Russia's war effort

The Independent  

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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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US sanctions hundreds of firms accused of supplying Russia’s war machine
4 months ago

US sanctions hundreds of firms accused of supplying Russia’s war machine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. imposed sweeping sanctions Friday on hundreds of firms in Russia and across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, accusing them of providing products and services that enable Russia’s war effort and aiding its ability to evade sanctions. Friday’s action is the latest in a series of thousands of U.S. sanctions that have been imposed on Russian …

US expands Russia sanctions, targeting entities in China, UAE and Turkey
6 months, 1 week ago

US expands Russia sanctions, targeting entities in China, UAE and Turkey

Al Jazeera  

Washington’s latest sanctions announcement comes as US President Joe Biden attends the G7 summit in Italy. The United States has rolled out new sanctions against more than 300 individuals and firms accused of aiding Russia’s war effort in Ukraine, including entities in China, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey. In remarks carried by Russia’s state-run TASS news agency, …

US Treasury official visits Ukraine to discuss sanctions on Moscow and seizing Russian assets
6 months, 3 weeks ago

US Treasury official visits Ukraine to discuss sanctions on Moscow and seizing Russian assets

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A senior U.S. Treasury official has met with Ukrainian officials in Kyiv to discuss U.S. financial support, enforcing sanctions on Russia and using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s benefit in the war with Moscow. The visit this week by Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo came as Russia gains territory after a lengthy delay in U.S. military aid left Ukraine …

US accuses Russia of using chemical weapon against Ukraine, sanctions over 280 individuals, entities
7 months, 3 weeks ago

US accuses Russia of using chemical weapon against Ukraine, sanctions over 280 individuals, entities

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington, DC : The United States has accused Russia of the use of the chemical weapon chloropicrin against Ukrainian troops in the ongoing conflict, and has ordered the sanctioning of over 280 individuals and entities to impose additional costs on Russia for its foreign aggression. "The Department of State is concurrently delivering to Congress a determination pursuant to the Chemical …

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. …

New Russia sanctions target weapons development and countries assisting in sanctions evasion
7 months, 3 weeks ago

New Russia sanctions target weapons development and countries assisting in sanctions evasion

Live Mint  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Wednesday imposed new sanctions on hundreds of firms and people tied to Russia's weapons development program, more than a dozen Chinese firms accused of helping Russia find workarounds to sanctions and individuals tied to the death of Russian dissident Alexey Navalny. The sanctions imposed by the Treasury and State departments target Russia’s military-industrial base, chemical …

After EU, US slaps Russia with 500 new sanctions over Ukraine invasion and Navalny's death
10 months ago

After EU, US slaps Russia with 500 new sanctions over Ukraine invasion and Navalny's death

Hindustan Times  

US President Joe Biden on Friday announced sanctions on more than 500 targets in Russia on the second anniversary of the Ukraine invasion, vowing sustained pressure to stop President Vladimir Putin's "war machine." Biden said that the more than 500 sanctions, expected to be unveiled later in the day, will target "individuals connected to Navalny's imprisonment as well as Russia's …

Joe Biden imposes more than 500 sanctions on Russia over Alexei Navalny’s death
10 months ago

Joe Biden imposes more than 500 sanctions on Russia over Alexei Navalny’s death

Live Mint  

United States President Joe Biden on Friday announced nearly 500 new sanctions against Russia over its continued invasion of Ukraine and in response to the custodial death of Vladimir Putin's vocal critic and prominent Opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The sanctions will target people linked to Navalny's imprisonment and Russia's war machine, said President Biden. Apart from targetting individuals linked to …

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 to impose 500 new sanctions on Russia's ‘war machine’; indicts Russian businessmen
10 months ago

US to impose 500 new sanctions on Russia's ‘war machine’; indicts Russian businessmen

Hindustan Times  

The Treasury Department plans to impose more than 500 new sanctions on Russia and its war machine on Friday as the US vows to keep up its financial pressure on Moscow with the war entering its third gruelling year. The White House had promised major sanctions in response to the death last week of Russian President Vladimir Putin's most prominent …

US to impose sanctions on over 500 targets in Russia amid war with Ukraine
10 months ago

US to impose sanctions on over 500 targets in Russia amid war with Ukraine

Live Mint  

The United States is planning to impose sanctions on more than 500 targets involved in Russia's war in Ukraine. 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 of Ukraine, which has killed tens of thousands and reduced cities to rubble. The Us and other …

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 …

Biden announces over 500 new sanctions for Russia's war in Ukraine and Navalny death
10 months ago

Biden announces over 500 new sanctions for Russia's war in Ukraine and Navalny death

NPR  

Biden announces over 500 new sanctions for Russia's war in Ukraine and Navalny death Enlarge this image toggle caption Sergey Guneev, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo/AP Sergey Guneev, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo/AP The United States is imposing sanctions on more than 500 targets connected to Russia's war machine and the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, the government said Friday. …

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 …

US to impose more than 500 new sanctions on Russia as war with Ukraine enters third year
10 months ago

US to impose more than 500 new sanctions on Russia as war with Ukraine enters third year

New Indian Express  

Kostin, the longtime president of state-owned VTB Bank, is charged with engaging in a scheme to evade sanctions and launder money to support two superyachts. Michael Khoo, a co-director of the department's Task Force KleptoCapture, said on a call with reporters that the announcement was meant to send a message to Russian President Vladimir Putin that "we're not going away" …

Biden ‘will be happy’ to impose major sanctions on Russia for 'what it's done' to Navalny, Ukraine
10 months ago

Biden ‘will be happy’ to impose major sanctions on Russia for 'what it's done' to Navalny, Ukraine

Hindustan Times  

The United States will announce a significant set of sanctions on Russia on Friday in response to the death of Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin's critic Alexei Navalny and renewed Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine. Meanwhile, White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby also talked about the sanctions plan, asserting "it’s clear that President Putin and his government are responsible …

US to impose ‘major sanctions’ on Russia over Navalny death, Ukraine war
10 months ago

US to impose ‘major sanctions’ on Russia over Navalny death, Ukraine war

Al Jazeera  

Biden does not give details of measures to be announced on Friday ahead of second anniversary of Russian invasion. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby said that the “major sanctions package” would hold Russia “accountable” for what happened to Navalny and respond to the “vicious and brutal war that has now raged on for two years”. The new sanctions will …

US vows ‘major sanctions’ on Russia over Alexei Navalny's death
10 months ago

US vows ‘major sanctions’ on Russia over Alexei Navalny's death

Hindustan Times  

The White House says it is preparing additional “major sanctions” on Russia in response to opposition leader Alexei Navalny's death in an Arctic penal colony. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said the sanctions, on the eve of the two-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, “will be a substantial package covering a range of different elements of the Russian defense …

White House promises ‘major sanctions’ on Russia in response to Alexei Navalny’s death
10 months ago

White House promises ‘major sanctions’ on Russia in response to Alexei Navalny’s death

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The White House said Tuesday it is preparing additional “major sanctions” on Russia in response to opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s death last week in an Arctic penal colony. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said the sanctions, on the eve of the two-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, “will be a substantial package covering a range of different …

Russia blasts US on frozen assets, missiles as Ukraine bombardment persists
1 year ago

Russia blasts US on frozen assets, missiles as Ukraine bombardment persists

Al Jazeera  

Moscow warns of retaliation as war in Ukraine causes relations with the West to deteriorate. Moscow could sever diplomatic relations with the United States should it confiscate Russian assets frozen under sanctions, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Friday. Officials also said the Kremlin would respond to the deployment of missiles in Europe or Asia, even as Ukraine reported …

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. …

US announces hundreds of new sanctions in push to isolate Russia
1 year ago

US announces hundreds of new sanctions in push to isolate Russia

Al Jazeera  

New sanctions target entities and individuals around the world in bid to isolate Russia as its war on Ukraine continues. The United States has announced hundreds of new sanctions targeting entities and individuals across the globe, seeking to further isolate Russia as its war on Ukraine grinds on. “The Kremlin has steadily turned Russia into a wartime economy, but Putin’s …

U.S. imposes new round of sanctions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
1 year ago

U.S. imposes new round of sanctions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Tuesday imposed sanctions on a Belgian involved in procuring electronics for the Russian military, his companies and a group of Belarusian firms and people tied to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control targeted a network led by Belgium-based Hans De Geetere, which included nine entities and five people across Russia, Belgium, …

US imposes new sanctions over Russian oil price cap violations, Kremlin influence in the Balkans
1 year, 1 month ago

US imposes new sanctions over Russian oil price cap violations, Kremlin influence in the Balkans

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Treasury on Thursday imposed a new round of sanctions on firms and ships that used American service providers to carry Russian crude oil in violation of the multinational price cap — and imposed another set of sanctions on a group of Balkan people and firms tied to Kremlin influence in the region. Treasury’s Office of Foreign …

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 …

U.S. sanctions more foreign firms in bid to choke off Russia’s supplies in Ukraine
1 year, 1 month ago

U.S. sanctions more foreign firms in bid to choke off Russia’s supplies in Ukraine

LA Times  

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 people alleged …

Sanctions against Russia and what the G7 may do to fortify them
1 year, 7 months ago

Sanctions against Russia and what the G7 may do to fortify them

Associated Press  

HIROSHIMA, Japan — The Group of Seven advanced economies are expected to announce a new set of sanctions against Russia to try to further hinder its war effort in Ukraine during their summit in Hiroshima, Japan. On Friday, the United Kingdom announced new sanctions targeting Russian seizures of Ukrainian grain, advanced military technology and Moscow’s remaining revenue sources. On Friday, …

Russia bans 500 Americans including Barack Obama in retaliation over US sanctions on Moscow
1 year, 7 months ago

Russia bans 500 Americans including Barack Obama in retaliation over US sanctions on Moscow

India TV News  

In fresh retaliation, Russia has issued a list of 500 Americans including Former President Barack Obama who have been banned from entering the country, CNN reported. Russia stated on Friday that it was banning '500 Americans,' including several senior members of the US executive branch, from entering the country "in response to anti-Russian sanctions imposed by the Joe Biden administration," …

Here come more sanctions: How effective are they are stopping Russia’s invasion of Ukraine?
1 year, 7 months ago

Here come more sanctions: How effective are they are stopping Russia’s invasion of Ukraine?

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. and other Group of Seven nations rolled out a new wave of global sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine as they met Friday during a summit in Japan. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the newest sanctions will tighten the grip on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s “ability to wage his barbaric invasion and will advance …

US sanctions Russia, Iran entities for detaining Americans
1 year, 7 months ago

US sanctions Russia, Iran entities for detaining Americans

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Thursday sanctioned Russia’s Federal Security Service and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence organization, accusing them of wrongfully detaining Americans. A U.S. Treasury news release stated that Iranian authorities frequently hold and interrogate detainees in Evin Prison in Tehran and have a “direct role in the repression of protests and arrest of dissidents, including …

US Targets Russian and Iranian Intelligence Groups with New Sanctions
1 year, 7 months ago

US Targets Russian and Iranian Intelligence Groups with New Sanctions

News 18  

The Biden administration on Thursday sanctioned Russia’s Federal Security Service and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence organization for wrongfully detaining Americans. It’s the first rollout of new sanctions authorities established last year by President Joe Biden for use against those holding Americans unjustly captive. A U.S. Treasury news release stated that Iranian authorities frequently hold and interrogate detainees in …

Russia’s Sergei Lavrov urges like-minded nations to ‘join forces’ against sanctions 'blackmail'
1 year, 8 months ago

Russia’s Sergei Lavrov urges like-minded nations to ‘join forces’ against sanctions 'blackmail'

Firstpost  

Russia’s top diplomat is on a weeklong Latin American tour that started in Brazil and will also take him to Nicaragua and Cuba – countries whose leftist governments have hostile relations with the United States Caracas, Venezuela: As Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov began his tour of Latin America on Tuesday, he urged like-minded nations to “join forces” against Western …

Cyprus probes citizens named over Russian sanctions evasion
1 year, 8 months ago

Cyprus probes citizens named over Russian sanctions evasion

Associated Press  

NICOSIA, Cyprus — Cyprus’ government said Thursday it’s looking into how a number of Cypriot nationals were included in a new round of U.S. and U.K. sanctions targeting the financial networks of Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Roman Abramovich who are close allies of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides called an emergency meeting of top officials to …

US, UK aim sanctions at Russian oligarchs’ finance networks
1 year, 8 months ago

US, UK aim sanctions at Russian oligarchs’ finance networks

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States and Britain announced new sanctions Wednesday aimed at Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Roman Abramovich, targeting the financial networks of two of Moscow’s wealthiest businessmen who are close allies of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Blinken alleged that the two organizations “support Russia’s efforts to undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine through the militarization …

US sanction officials plan missions to clamp down on Russia
1 year, 8 months ago

US sanction officials plan missions to clamp down on Russia

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Top sanctions officials from the U.S. Treasury Department plan special international trips this month to pressure firms and countries still doing business with Russia to cut off financial ties because of the war on Ukraine. Treasury officials Liz Rosenberg and Brian Nelson — specialists in sanctions and terrorist financing — will travel to Europe this month to meet …

Sanctions on Russia by west is reason behind countries' sufferings: Lavrov
1 year, 9 months ago

Sanctions on Russia by west is reason behind countries' sufferings: Lavrov

Firstpost  

The countries of the region are not affected by what we are doing in Ukraine. New Delhi: The countries are not affected by the Moscow-Kyiv conflict but the sanctions and policy of blackmail, which the West is promoting are the real reason behind their sufferings, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Friday. I just participated in the G20 Ministerial,” …

US announces new Ukraine aid, Russia sanctions on war anniversary
1 year, 10 months ago

US announces new Ukraine aid, Russia sanctions on war anniversary

Al Jazeera  

Pentagon to send more HIMARS ammunition and drones to Ukraine as Washington targets Russian firms and sanction evasion. Washington, DC – The United States has announced a new, $2bn military aid package to Ukraine and issued a new sanctions targeting Russia’s metals and mining sector and financial institutions, as well as international firms with alleged ties to Moscow’s push to …

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov in Iraq to Discuss US Sanctions over Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov in Iraq to Discuss US Sanctions over Ukraine

News 18  

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his Iraqi counterpart on Monday discussed unpaid bills owed to Russian oil companies because of US sanctions over the Ukraine conflict. “The sanctions should not be imposed on Iraq because its cooperation continues with Russian companies,” Hussein told reporters. Standing alongside Lavrov, he said: “We have discussed how to manage these defaults in light …

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 …

Yellen announces new US sanctions on Russian military networks
2 years, 1 month ago

Yellen announces new US sanctions on Russian military networks

Al Jazeera  

United States Treasury Secretary says ending war in Ukraine is ‘single best thing’ to help global economy. United States Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has announced new US sanctions targeting networks accused of supplying military technology for Russia’s war in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said last week he was open to “genuine” peace talks with Russia but only if such …

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 …

Repercussions of Putin annexing Ukrainian regions: Harder sanctions on Russia from US
2 years, 2 months ago

Repercussions of Putin annexing Ukrainian regions: Harder sanctions on Russia from US

India TV News  

The U.S. on Friday sanctioned more than 1,000 people and firms connected to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, including its Central Bank governor and families of Security Council members, after President Vladimir Putin signed treaties absorbing occupied regions of Ukraine into Russia, in defiance of international law. He said the new financial penalties will impose costs on people and companies inside …

US announces ‘severe’ Russia sanctions over annexation in Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

US announces ‘severe’ Russia sanctions over annexation in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Joe Biden accuses Moscow of ‘trampling on the United Nations Charter’ as US targets hundreds in new sanctions package. The Department of the Treasury on Friday targeted nearly 300 members of Russia’s legislature, as well as companies and individuals it accused of links to the country’s “military-industrial complex”, including the Russian central bank governor. “The Treasury Department and US government …

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