Japan, Australia impose sanctions on Russia over actions in Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Japan, Australia impose sanctions on Russia over actions in Ukraine

India Today  

Japan is imposing sanctions on Russia over its actions in Ukraine, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday, terming Moscow's moves an unacceptable violation of Ukrainian sovereignty and international law. Read full story Japan's sanctions include prohibiting the issuance of Russian bonds in Japan and freezing the assets of certain Russian individuals as well as restricting travel to Japan, Kishida said. Australia announces first tranche of sanctions on Russia Meanwhile, Australia on Wednesday joined the United States, the European Union, Canada, Germany and Britain to impose sanctions on Russia after Moscow ordered troops into separatist regions in Ukraine and recognised them as independent entities. Australia will immediately begin placing sanctions on Russian individuals it believes were responsible over the country's actions against Ukraine, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said during a media briefing.

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Japan imposes new sanctions on Russia
32 minutes ago

Japan imposes new sanctions on Russia

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan on Friday approved additional sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine, including freezing the assets of dozens of individuals and groups and banning exports to dozens of organizations in Russia and several other countries that have allegedly helped it evade sanctions. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said Friday’s Cabinet the additional sanctions shows Japan’s commitment to …

By toeing Washington's line on China, Tokyo will harm itself
6 months, 2 weeks ago

By toeing Washington's line on China, Tokyo will harm itself

China Daily  

File photo of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The Fumio Kishida government announced sanctions against some foreign entities, including several Chinese companies, for their alleged support to Russia in the Ukraine crisis on Friday. Under the framework of international law, China has the right to carry out normal economic and trade cooperation with all countries, including Russia. China firmly opposes …

By toeing Washington's line on China, Tokyo will harm itself
6 months, 2 weeks ago

By toeing Washington's line on China, Tokyo will harm itself

China Daily  

File photo of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The Fumio Kishida government announced sanctions against some foreign entities, including several Chinese companies, for their alleged support to Russia in the Ukraine crisis on Friday. Under the framework of international law, China has the right to carry out normal economic and trade cooperation with all countries, including Russia. China firmly opposes …

New Russia sanctions target weapons development and countries assisting in sanctions evasion
8 months, 1 week ago

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

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 U.S. on Wednesday imposed …

New Russia sanctions target weapons development and countries assisting in sanctions evasion
8 months, 1 week 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 …

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

Japan adopts new sanctions on Russia, criticises its deal to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus
1 year, 7 months ago

Japan adopts new sanctions on Russia, criticises its deal to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus

The Hindu  

Japan on Friday approved additional sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine, including freezing the assets of dozens of individuals and groups and banning exports to Russian military-related organisations. Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno told reporters the Cabinet approval shows Japan is in step with the rest of the Group of Seven countries that agreed during their summit in …

Japan adopts new sanctions on Russia, criticizes its deal to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus
1 year, 7 months ago

Japan adopts new sanctions on Russia, criticizes its deal to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus

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 Japan on Friday approved additional …

Japan adopts new sanctions on Russia, criticizes its deal to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus
1 year, 7 months ago

Japan adopts new sanctions on Russia, criticizes its deal to deploy nuclear weapons in Belarus

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan on Friday approved additional sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine, including freezing the assets of dozens of individuals and groups and banning exports to Russian military-related organizations. Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno told reporters the Cabinet approval shows Japan is in step with the rest of the Group of Seven countries that agreed during their …

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, …

Australia announces sanctions targeting Iran's morality police and Russian intelligence operatives
2 years, 1 month ago

Australia announces sanctions targeting Iran's morality police and Russian intelligence operatives

ABC  

Iran's morality police and Russians involved in the attempted assassination of former opposition leader Alexei Navalny are among those facing new sanctions imposed by the Australian government. Key points: The sanctions list includes a number of Russian nationals involved in the poisoning of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny Targeted financial sanctions are also being imposed on Iranians involved in the supply …

Australia hits Russia with more sanctions following Kremlin's annexation of Ukrainian territories
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia hits Russia with more sanctions following Kremlin's annexation of Ukrainian territories

ABC  

Australia will impose another round of financial and travel sanctions on Russia following the Kremlin's move to sign treaties annexing four occupied regions of Ukraine. Key points: Australia has hit Russia with another round of sanctions targeting 28 Russian officials and ministers Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the sanctions reinforce Australia's strong objection to Russia's actions It follows the …

Russia sanctions 384 Japanese lawmakers over stance on Ukraine
2 years, 5 months ago

Russia sanctions 384 Japanese lawmakers over stance on Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Russia bans 384 Japanese lawmakers from entering country in response to Tokyo joining the G7 in sanctioning Moscow. Russia has banned 384 Japanese lawmakers from entering its territory in response to Tokyo aligning itself with international sanctions against Moscow over its war on Ukraine. In February, after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced he was sending troops into Ukraine, Japan’s Prime …

Russia sanctions 121 additional Australians, including journalists, experts and business people
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia sanctions 121 additional Australians, including journalists, experts and business people

ABC  

Russia's foreign ministry has sanctioned an additional 121 Australian citizens, including journalists and defence officials, citing what it calls a "Russophobic agenda" in the country. Key points: Gina Rinehart, Andrew Forrest and Peter Malinauskas have been added to the sanctions list Journalists from ABC News, Sydney Morning Herald, Nine and Sky News are among the sanctioned Russia announced a similar …

Fresh US sanctions hit Russian bank, oligarchs, crypto miner
2 years, 8 months ago

Fresh US sanctions hit Russian bank, oligarchs, crypto miner

Al Jazeera  

The United States has imposed several rounds of sanctions on Moscow since its February 24 invasion of Ukraine. The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on dozens of people and entities, including a Russian commercial bank and a virtual currency mining company, hoping to target Moscow’s evasion of existing sanctions over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The US Department of the …

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 …

Russia Ukraine War LIVE Updates: Ukraine's Odessa introduces weekend curfew over 'missile strike threat'
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia Ukraine War LIVE Updates: Ukraine's Odessa introduces weekend curfew over 'missile strike threat'

India TV News  

Japan's government says it is expelling eight Russian diplomats over their country's invasion of Ukraine. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to announce additional sanctions against Russia in line with an agreement by the Group of Seven advanced industrialised nations. Japanese trade minister Koichi Hagiuda said Japan plans to gradually reduce its energy reliance on Russia. Japan has already …

Australia announces sanctions against another 67 Russians
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia announces sanctions against another 67 Russians

ABC  

Foreign Minister Marise Payne has announced further sanctions on Russian oligarchs while attending a meeting of NATO leaders in Brussels. Key points: A number of Russian politicians, including the Deputy Prime Minister, are among those targeted About 600 Russian individuals and entities have been sanctioned by Australia since the invasion began People entering Bucha after the Russian withdrawal have reported …

Russian oligarchs with business interests in Australia sanctioned amid Ukraine war
2 years, 9 months ago

Russian oligarchs with business interests in Australia sanctioned amid Ukraine war

ABC  

The Australian government has slapped sanctions on two Russian oligarchs with business interests in Australia, after initially leaving them off of Australia's official sanctions list. Key points: Both men have involvement or stakes in resource projects in Australia They have already been sanctioned by the US and UK The government flagged earlier this week it was looking into how it …

Japan freezes assets of more Russian officials, oligarchs
2 years, 10 months ago

Japan freezes assets of more Russian officials, oligarchs

Al Jazeera  

Japan has frozen the assets of dozens more Russian and Belarusian officials and oligarchs in Tokyo’s latest move to punish Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine. The latest sanctions target 20 Russians, including deputy chiefs of staff for President Vladimir Putin’s administration, the head of the Chechen Republic, and executives of companies with close ties to the Kremlin such as …

Ukraine embassy fielding calls from Australians wanting to join fight against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine embassy fielding calls from Australians wanting to join fight against Russia

ABC  

Ukraine's Charge d'Affaires in Australia, Volodymyr Shalkivskyi, told the ABC his embassy had fielded about 20 calls this morning from people interested in heading to his country to fight the Russians. Key points: The Ukrainian President put out a call to arms over the weekend to people wanting to help defend his country Prime Minister Scott Morrison says it is …

Australia to help send weapons via NATO to support Ukraine in war against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia to help send weapons via NATO to support Ukraine in war against Russia

ABC  

Australia will pour money into a Western-led effort to help arm Ukrainian soldiers trying to repel the Russian invasion as the conflict further intensifies. Key points: Australia will work with NATO to deliver weapons to Ukraine The government previously committed to non-lethal aid such as medical supplies Scott Morrison says Vladimir Putin has now also been sanctioned by Australia The …

Sanctions swing toward Putin himself as Ukraine anger grows
2 years, 10 months ago

Sanctions swing toward Putin himself as Ukraine anger grows

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — With Russian President Vladimir Putin the latest target of sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine, diplomatic appeals came second Saturday to imposing financial and military pain on Moscow as global condemnation grew. White House press secretary Jen Psaki on Friday said the U.S. was preparing individual sanctions on Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, likely to include …

Vladimir Putin to face personal sanctions from Australia, as it plans to join international punishment
2 years, 10 months ago

Vladimir Putin to face personal sanctions from Australia, as it plans to join international punishment

ABC  

Australia will level punishing financial sanctions against eight Russian oligarchs within Russian President Vladimir Putin's circle, and 339 members of the Russian parliament, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues. Key points: Australia intends to impose sanctions on Vladimir Putin directly Economic punishment has been extended to several oligarchs and politicians China has accused Australia of a smear campaign over its …

Western sanctions target Vladimir Putin and Russian oligarchs over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 10 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, 10 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 …

How and where US, UK, EU and Australian sanctions are targeting Russia
2 years, 10 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 …

List of sanctions against Russia after it invaded Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

List of sanctions against Russia after it invaded Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

US, EU, UK, Japan, Canada, Taiwan, and New Zealand unveil sanctions against Russia that target banks, military exports, and oil refineries. Last week Washington and its allies also barred some of Russia’s banks from the SWIFT international payments system, a list officials said was still being finalised with EU partners The White House released a statement saying measures will also …

Ukraine invasion: How will Australia respond to the Russian attack?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine invasion: How will Australia respond to the Russian attack?

ABC  

As allies begin to respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the question is fast becoming what kind of support countries will send to help it defend itself. The federal government — from Prime Minister Scott Morrison, to Foreign Minister Marise Payne and Defence Minister Peter Dutton — ruled out sending Australian troops over to fight with Ukraine during the conflict. …

Russian embassy hits back at Australian sanctions over Ukraine tension
2 years, 10 months ago

Russian embassy hits back at Australian sanctions over Ukraine tension

ABC  

The Russian embassy in Australia has labelled the federal government's newest sanctions as "xenophobic", while Prime Minister Scott Morrison concedes he does not think the penalties will sway Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine. Key points: The Russian embassy says a decision to recognise two breakaway regions of Ukraine will not be reversed Prime Minister Scott Morrison has indicated more sanctions …

Prime Minister Scott Morrison accuses Russia of 'brutal' and illegal invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Prime Minister Scott Morrison accuses Russia of 'brutal' and illegal invasion of Ukraine

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Russia has launched a "brutal" and illegal invasion of Ukraine that will be met with a severe response by Australia and the international community. Key points: Scott Morrison says Russia's invasion of Ukraine breaches international law and the UN charter Additional sanctions have been placed on 25 individuals, with more expected Russia's embassy has criticised …

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 …

Ukraine: EU sanctions Russia defence minister, military chief
2 years, 10 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 …

Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?

India TV News  

Highlights The European Union is planning the strongest, harshest package of sanctions it has ever considered Von der Leyen said the sanctions will weaken Russia's economic base and its capacity to modernize The UNSC held an extraordinary emergency meeting meant to dissuade Russia to send troops in Ukraine Russia-Ukraine war: The European Union is planning the “strongest, the harshest package” …

'Thugs And Bullies': Nations Sanction Russia Over Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

'Thugs And Bullies': Nations Sanction Russia Over Ukraine

Huff Post  

Russian military vehicles are seen loaded on train platforms some 50 km off the border with the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic in Russia's southern Rostov region on Feb. 23, 2022. Kishida told reporters that Tokyo will ban any new issuance and distribution of Russian government bonds in Japan because of “a series of actions Russia has been taking in Ukraine.” …

‘Thugs and bullies': Nations sanction Russia over Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

‘Thugs and bullies': Nations sanction Russia over Ukraine

Associated Press  

TOKYO — World leaders sought Wednesday to back up their tough words over Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, announcing financial sanctions, trade and travel bans and other measures meant to pressure Moscow to pull back from the brink of war. They’re behaving like thugs and bullies, and they should be called out as thugs and bullies,” Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison …

Canada imposes sanctions on Russia: Trudeau
2 years, 10 months ago

Canada imposes sanctions on Russia: Trudeau

Hindustan Times  

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday announced economic sanctions on Russia, saying Moscow’s recognition of two districts in Ukraine as “independent republics” was “a further invasion of a sovereign state, and it is completely unacceptable”. Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks at a news conference about the situation in Ukraine with Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs Melanie Joly, Canada's …

West hits back at Russia with sanctions for aggression against Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

West hits back at Russia with sanctions for aggression against Ukraine

India Today  

Amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis, the West has imposed several sanctions against Russia for its actions that are being viewed as military aggression towards Ukraine, in a stark reminder of the bans imposed in 2014 during and after the Crimean War. SANCTIONS AMID THE CURRENT RUSSIA-UKRAINE CRISIS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA In a move that could have been viewed as …

Beginning of Russian invasion? Ukraine calls US sanctions on Russia a strong 'first move' | TOP POINTS
2 years, 10 months ago

Beginning of Russian invasion? Ukraine calls US sanctions on Russia a strong 'first move' | TOP POINTS

India Today  

The East-West faceoff over Ukraine escalated dramatically this week with Russian lawmakers authorising President Vladimir Putin to use military force outside his country. Reacting to this, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba called Biden's move to impose sanctions against Russia a strong "first move". On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed decrees to recognise Ukraine's regions of "Donetsk and Luhansk People's …

Australia imposes sanctions on Russia over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia imposes sanctions on Russia over Ukraine invasion

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia will join other western nations to impose financial sanctions on Russia, as punishment for its actions in Ukraine. Key points: Australia has imposed travel bans and sanctions on several Russians "aiding" a Ukrainian invasion Sanctions in place in Crimea have been extended to separatist regions in eastern Ukraine Foreign Minister Marise Payne will consider …

Ukraine crisis: What sanctions have been imposed on Russia?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine crisis: What sanctions have been imposed on Russia?

Al Jazeera  

Western countries, Australia and Japan announced sanctions on Russian banks, oligarchs and other wealthy individuals. The measures, accompanied by the repositioning of additional US troops to the Baltic nations on NATO’s eastern flank bordering Russia, came as Russian forces rolled into rebel-held breakaway areas in eastern Ukraine after President Vladimir Putin said he was recognising the independence of the Donetsk …

Allies join U.S. in imposing sanctions pressure on Russia over Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Allies join U.S. in imposing sanctions pressure on Russia over Ukraine

NPR  

Allies join U.S. in imposing sanctions pressure on Russia over Ukraine Enlarge this image toggle caption Alex Brandon/AP Alex Brandon/AP Russia's decision to order troops into parts of eastern Ukraine is "the beginning of a Russian invasion," President Biden said on Tuesday as he announced a new set of sweeping sanctions targeting Russia's ability to do business with the West. …

US announces first sanctions after Russia recognizes Ukraine separatists
2 years, 10 months ago

US announces first sanctions after Russia recognizes Ukraine separatists

Hindustan Times  

The United States announced financial sanctions Monday against rebel territories in eastern Ukraine freshly recognized by Russia and warned that more were ready if necessary. President Joe Biden will issue an executive order to "prohibit new investment, trade, and financing by US persons to, from, or in the so-called DNR and LNR regions of Ukraine," White House Press Secretary Jen …

Ukraine asks Australia for more 'technical assistance' to combat increasing Russian cyber attacks
2 years, 11 months ago

Ukraine asks Australia for more 'technical assistance' to combat increasing Russian cyber attacks

ABC  

Ukraine is pressing Australia to provide expanded technical assistance to help repel devastating Russian cyber attacks as fears mount that Russian President Vladimir Putin is on the brink of launching a fresh military invasion. Key points: Senator Payne reaffirmed Australia's support for Ukraine during a phone call with her counterpart Dmytro Kuleba Mr Kuleba says they discussed strengthening Ukraine's defence …

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