Sanctions
Stories (34)
Western Allies Sanction Settlers in West Bank
Western allies impose sanctions on settlers, but critics say it avoids state accountability.
2026-06-12
Kremlin Bars British Journalists Amid Tension
The Kremlin's ban on British journalists signals a deepening diplomatic rift.
2026-06-03
US Reinstates Sanctions on Albanese
The US reinstates sanctions on Francesca Albanese, testing limits of free speech.
2026-05-28
Trump’s Iran Mixed Signals Buy Time, Not Cert
Trump's mixed signals on Iran create uncertainty in negotiations.
2026-05-28
Kyrgyzstan’s Russia Crackdown Explained
Kyrgyzstan shuts down firms to dodge Western sanctions, balancing ties with Russia.
2026-05-27
Kyrgyzstan's Sanctions Crackdown Explained
Kyrgyzstan's crackdown on 50 companies signals its attempt to avoid sanctions.
2026-05-27
Iran’s Hormuz Deal Hinges on Leverage, Not T
Iran and the US negotiate over Hormuz, but trust issues complicate peace.
2026-05-27
Trump Rejects Sanctions Relief in Iran Talks
Trump's firm stance on sanctions highlights the leverage in Iran deal talks.
2026-05-27
Trump Leverages Time in Iran Negotiations
Trump is using time as leverage in Iran negotiations to secure better terms.
2026-05-25
Trump's Iran Accord Framework
Trump's Iran accord signals a shift in leverage, but key issues remain unresolved.
2026-05-24Briefings (8)
ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Suspended
1 developments
Hungary Pulls Back from the ICC Brink
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US Strikes Iran — Again — as Delegation Talks
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Xi and Putin Forge New World Order Pact
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Trump's Beijing Visit Amid Iran Ceasefire Tox
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US–Iran Ceasefire on Life Support
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Iran War, Day 70
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Trump Rejects Iran's Offer on Hormuz
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