How Russia’s Sanctions Evasion Could Create Lasting Costs
Restrictions have made it expensive for Moscow to ship oil by sea. They have also expanded the illicit shipping economy.
Embargoes and Sanctions
Europe Announces New Sanctions to Ramp Up Pressure on Russia
The latest set of European Union restrictions are aimed at chipping away at Russia’s energy profits and ability to do business globally.
As Sabotage in Europe Mounts, So Do Calls to Retaliate Against Russia
Drones in Poland and GPS jamming attributed to Russia have intensified a debate over whether the West should impose stiffer penalties for such “hybrid warfare.”
Iran and U.N. Watchdog Reach Agreement to Resume Nuclear Inspections
Iran has not allowed inspections since its nuclear sites were bombed by Israel and the United States in June, but it hopes to stave off Western economic sanctions.
Thrust Into the Line of Fire, Iranians Worry About What Comes Next
A 12-day war in June upended the shadow war rivalry between Israel and Iran. Some Iranians want to strike back, others want to move on.
Thrust Into the Line of Fire, Iranians Worry About What Comes Next
A 12-day war in June upended the shadow war rivalry between Israel and Iran. Some Iranians want to strike back, others want to move on.
With Jair Bolsonaro on Trial, Brazil Braces for U.S. Sanctions
While the Supreme Court weighs the fate of the former president on charges of plotting a coup, Brazil’s government is preparing for more penalties.
Trump Grows Frustrated With Putin, as Russian President Bonds With China’s Leader
President Trump’s extraordinary summit with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia last month has yet to yield any concrete results on the war in Ukraine.
European Nations Move to Restart Iran Sanctions Over Nuclear Program
Britain, France and Germany said the country had violated the terms of a 2015 nuclear deal. Iran’s foreign minister called their action “illegal.”
After Blocking U.N. Nuclear Watchdog, Iran Allows Inspectors to Return
Iran halted cooperation with the agency last month, as experts warned that Tehran might revive efforts to build a nuclear bomb.