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US Sanctions
News & analysis tagged US Sanctions — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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U.S. Narrows Russia Oil Waiver, India Exposed
Washington is narrowing its Russia oil waiver, leaving India newly exposed to market and sanctions risk as it scrambles to protect supplies and energy security.
2026-05-24
EU's Dilemma: Countering US Sanctions on ICC
The EU faces a hard choice as US sanctions target ICC officials, testing Europe's willingness to defend the court and uphold international law against the US.
2026-05-24
China's Rice Shipment Buys Cuba Time Against
China's rice donation to Cuba buys Havana time against tightening U.S. sanctions, underscoring Beijing's growing geopolitical leverage near America's shores.
2026-05-24
US Sanctions Gaza Flotilla Organisers
US sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers aim to choke off financial support reaching Hamas, ramping up pressure on pro-Palestinian activism and world relations.
2026-05-22
US Sanctions Hezbollah MPs Before Lebanon Neg
New US sanctions on Hezbollah lawmakers aim to reshape Lebanon's political landscape ahead of key talks, raising pressure on the group and its allies.
2026-05-21
Syria Restores Visa and Mastercard
Syria's move to restore Visa and Mastercard signals reopening, but US sanctions still hold the key, keeping Washington in control of its financial recovery.
2026-05-12
CIA Analysis
A CIA analysis estimates Iran can withstand roughly four months of US sanctions before severe damage, reshaping the pressure timeline across the Middle East.
2026-05-09
US Sanctions Target Cambodia's Scam Networks
US sanctions are targeting Cambodia's sprawling scam economy and the political elite shielding fraud and cybercrime operations behind the country's networks.
2026-05-02
Zelensky Critiques US Russian Oil Sanctions
Ukrainian President Zelensky criticizes US sanctions waiver, claiming it funds Russian military actions against Ukraine, while Kyiv escalates drone strikes.
2026-04-19