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U.S. reports decline in illicit microchip shipments to Russia through Hong Kong

Illicit shipments of microelectronics to Russia via Hong Kong and China have decreased by a fifth this year, according to data from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Reuters reported on July 21.

22 July 2024, 04:33 PM

EU extends sanctions against Russia for another six months

The Council of the European Union has extended sanctions against Russia for another six months, until Jan. 31, 2025, the European Council reported on July 22.

22 July 2024, 03:08 PM

Ukrainian hackers exploit software flaws in Russian systems caused by Western sanctions

Western sanctions have enabled Ukrainian hackers, orchestrated by Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) and Military Intelligence (HUR), to bypass geo-blocking and successfully carry out attacks on Russian servers, cyber specialists told NV.

9 July 2024, 12:34 PM

New EU sanctions block Russian funds to political parties, NGOs, and media

The 14th package of sanctions against Russia, adopted by the European Council (EC) on June 24, prohibits European political parties, NGOs, and research organizations from receiving funds from Russia or its proxies, according to the EC press release.

24 June 2024, 02:42 PM

The EU Council's newest package of Russian sanctions - what does it include?

The Council of the European Union approved the 14th package of economic and individual sanctions in response to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, its press service reported on June 24.

24 June 2024, 02:41 PM

Russia and China devise alternative payment methods amid US sanctions

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's visit to China has helped provide both countries with payment alternatives that have been limited since the expansion of U.S. sanctions, Reuters reported on June 20, citing sources.

21 June 2024, 01:47 PM

Germany continues to block adoption of new EU sanctions against Russia

EU member states failed to agree on the 14th package of sanctions against Russia as Germany continued to block it despite the removal of a clause that Berlin considered problematic, Reuters reported on June 19.

20 June 2024, 12:10 PM

Canada slaps sanctions on 13 Russian officials for Navalny's death and human rights abuses

Canada is imposing additional sanctions on 13 Russian officials involved in the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly announced on June 18.

19 June 2024, 12:29 PM

Why the West is suddenly so decisive — opinion

Across several summer summits, support for Ukraine is discussed as one of the most important topics for the leaders of the civilized world.

18 June 2024, 12:40 AM

Germany blocks EU’s 14th Russia sanctions package, again

Berlin has once again blocked the 14th package of European Union sanctions against Russia, RFE/RL correspondent Rikard Jozwiak reported via Twitter on June 14.

15 June 2024, 01:41 AM

Kazakhstan complies with sanctions against Russia for economic benefit — Deputy PM

Kazakhstan does not support sanctions against Russia but will comply with them because it is "economically advantageous," Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin said, the Kazakh platform Zakon.kz reported on June 5.

6 June 2024, 11:11 AM

Ukraine unveils 'War and Sanctions' portal to expose Russian aggressors

Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) unveiled a unique new online portal, 'War and Sanctions,' designed to publicly expose individuals and entities supporting Russian aggression.

1 June 2024, 03:44 PM

Top US Treasury official in Kyiv: Strengthening sanctions, utilizing frozen Russian assets on agenda

U.S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo arrived in Kyiv for a visit, the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine reported on Facebook on May 29.

29 May 2024, 04:30 PM

PM Mishustin unhappy with Russian-assembled car's Chinese steering wheel, calls for change

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin leveled scathing criticism at his country's automotive industry, lambasting its inability to produce even basic components like steering wheels domestically, according to a video circulated on X on May 21.

22 May 2024, 04:25 PM

UK responds to Russian threats with diplomatic move

The United Kingdom will expel Russia’s defense attaché, deprive some real estate assets related to the Russian Federation of their diplomatic status and limit the validity of Russian diplomatic visas, Reuters reported on May 8.

8 May 2024, 06:01 PM

UA Ambassador reports expanded US sanctions against Russia's defense industries

The United States has rolled out a fresh package of sanctions targeting Russia's military-industrial complex, its chemical and biological weapons programs, and various third-party entities assisting Moscow in acquiring weapons resources.

2 May 2024, 12:12 PM

U.S. Senate unanimously votes to ban the import of Russia's enriched uranium

The U.S. Senate unanimously voted to adopt a bill banning the import of enriched uranium from Russia on the evening of April 30, before the document was sent to President Joe Biden for signature, Bloomberg reported.

1 May 2024, 08:49 AM

U.S. looking to ban enriched uranium imports from Russia

The Biden administration is considering banning the import of enriched uranium from Russia until Congress passes the corresponding legislation, Bloomberg reported.

30 April 2024, 10:16 AM

Financial Times: European banks' tax contributions to Kremlin grow amid war

The seven largest European banks by assets paid more than 800 million euros ($857 million) in taxes to the Kremlin in 2023, which is more than the pre-war level, Financial Times reported on April 29.

29 April 2024, 02:50 PM

How a French company helps Putin's fleet stay modern amid sanctions

A French subsidiary of the U.S.-based Astronics group, located in Châteauroux, France, continues to supply sophisticated avionics for Russian aircraft used by the country's top military and political leaders, despite international sanctions. This was reported by Le Parisien on April 21 following an extensive investigation.

23 April 2024, 01:15 PM

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