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Sanctions
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British government justifies detention of Russian oil tanker following warnings from Putin
The UK government stands by its decision to seize a Russian shadow fleet tanker, despite threats of retaliation from President Putin, who accused the West of piracy.
SEC Mandates Asset Freezes for Entities Linked to ISIS
Nigeria's SEC has ordered capital market operators to freeze all assets and report any financial links related to an individual and three firms sanctioned for ISIS ties.
Vladimir Putin warns of potential seizure of European vessels
Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to seize European vessels in retaliation for plans by EU nations to sell cargo confiscated from the Russian shadow fleet.
Donald Trump Seeks War Reparations from Iran in Potential Peace Talks
President Donald Trump stated that any peace agreement with Iran must involve compensation for historical grievances and casualties, complicating ongoing diplomatic efforts as economic pressures mount.
Russian Athletics Federation disputes World Athletics sanctions in court
The Russian Athletics Federation has returned to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to challenge ongoing international competition bans imposed by World Athletics.
US Removes Sanctions Against Iraq’s Fly Baghdad Airline
The United States has removed sanctions from Iraqi airline Fly Baghdad, citing operational changes, though the company's owner remains under federal penalties.
US Imposes Sanctions on Companies Facilitating Iranian Oil Transfers
The United States has sanctioned eight firms for shipping Iranian oil to China and the UAE, while also targeting insurance entities linked to the IRGC.
US Imposes Sanctions on Muslim Brotherhood Figure and CJNG Cartel Leadership
The U.S. government has sanctioned a top Muslim Brotherhood official and over 50 associates of the CJNG cartel to disrupt international terror financing and narco-trafficking networks.
US Increases Sanctions on Iranian Oil and Cryptocurrency Operations
The US Treasury has tightened sanctions on Iran, targeting petroleum shipping networks and freezing $130 million in digital assets linked to the Central Bank of Iran.
US Increases Sanctions on Iranian Oil and Crypto Operations
The United States has widened sanctions against Iran, targeting the oil network of Mohammad Hossein Shamkhani and freezing $130 million in digital assets linked to the Central Bank of Iran.