SanctionsAgainstRussia

Tuesday, July 1

Germany is trying to obtain air defense aid for Ukraine and plans joint weapons manufacturing.

Germany is trying to obtain air defense aid for Ukraine and plans joint weapons manufacturing. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, who arrived in Kyiv on June 30, stated that Germany is attempting “by all means” to ensure Ukraine receives additional air defense systems to count...

Monday, June 30

Amid economic challenges, Putin has announced a reduction in military spending.

Amid economic challenges, Putin has announced a reduction in military spending. The Russian president stated that the government plans to cut defense expenditures, which have already reached record levels unseen since the days of the USSR. Consequently, military spending now acco...

The EC will provide €11B for Ukraine this year through a G7 loan secured by Russian assets.

The EC will provide €11B for Ukraine this year through a G7 loan secured by Russian assets. The European Commission will continue providing military, political, and economic support to Ukraine, said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. “Militarily, we recently allocated ...

Friday, June 27

Ukraine’s allies have identified the prerequisites for ending the war, and Italy urges the US to be more decisive.

Ukraine’s allies have identified the prerequisites for ending the war, and Italy urges the US to be more decisive. The foreign ministers of the Nordic countries, during the NATO summit in The Hague, called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine to pave the way for negotiations on a lasting and jus...

Tuesday, June 24

The EU is preparing its most punishing package of sanctions against Russia.

The EU is preparing its most punishing package of sanctions against Russia. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said before a meeting of EU foreign ministers that the EU is discussing what is likely to be the strongest sanctions enacted against Russia since 2022 in respo...

Monday, June 23

More than 10 European countries will intensify their fight against the Russian shadow fleet.

More than 10 European countries will intensify their fight against the Russian shadow fleet. Representatives from 12 EU countries (the Baltic states, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, Finland, France, and Sweden), along with Britain, Norway, and Iceland, called for enhanced ...

Thursday, June 19

The results of the G7 Summit: military support and a statement on the Russian-Ukrainian war.

The results of the G7 Summit: military support and a statement on the Russian-Ukrainian war. President Zelenskyy, who cut his visit to Canada short following the deadly Russian attack on Ukraine and the departure of the US president from the summit, summarized the results of the meeting in Ca...

The conflict in the Middle East has slowed passage of new American sanctions against Russia.

The conflict in the Middle East has slowed passage of new American sanctions against Russia. The US Senate has postponed consideration of a bill to impose sanctions on Russia due to the conflict between Israel and Iran, as well as the need to pass Donald Trump’s tax reform package. Sena...

Tuesday, June 17

The EU will not lower the price ceiling for Russian oil without G7 support.

The EU will not lower the price ceiling for Russian oil without G7 support. The bloc will not independently reduce the price ceiling for Russian oil from $60 to $45 per barrel, as this initiative is unlikely to gain support from the G7 countries. The proposal to lower the pri...

Monday, June 16

Weimar+ alliance countries are ready to increase pressure on Russia.

Weimar+ alliance countries are ready to increase pressure on Russia. During a meeting in Rome, the foreign ministers of Poland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the UK, along with the EU High Representative, expressed their willingness to intensify pressure on Russia...

Thursday, June 12

The EC has officially introduced its 18th sanctions package targeting Russia.

The EC has officially introduced its 18th sanctions package targeting Russia. This set of EU sanctions includes proposals to impose restrictions on nine individuals and 33 legal entities, focusing on Russian and foreign firms that assist the military-industrial complex, includi...

Sanctions have caused Russian oil and gas companies’ profits to drop by 50% in the past year, with refinery profitability approaching zero.

Sanctions have caused Russian oil and gas companies’ profits to drop by 50% in the past year, with refinery profitability approaching zero. Rosstat reports that in the first quarter of 2025, net profit for these companies fell by nearly half. Within three months, Russian oil and gas firms, which account for 33% of the budget, generated ₽7...

Wednesday, June 11

Kyiv voices its expectations to the G7 regarding Russian sanctions.

Kyiv voices its expectations to the G7 regarding Russian sanctions. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha highlighted that Russia has responded to global peace efforts and US proposals with heightened terror and escalation; therefore, strengthening sanctions should...

Tuesday, June 10

Lithuania urges the disconnection of all Russian banks from the SWIFT network and the imposition of sanctions on the entire fleet of over 1,100 Russian shadow vessels.

Lithuania urges the disconnection of all Russian banks from the SWIFT network and the imposition of sanctions on the entire fleet of over 1,100 Russian shadow vessels. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda emphasized that any Russian banks not currently under sanctions must be removed from the SWIFT international payment system. Additionally, he called for broader re...

Monday, June 9

Trump warns Russia of severe sanctions “if necessary,” but Ukraine could also be impacted.

Trump warns Russia of severe sanctions “if necessary,” but Ukraine could also be impacted. US President Donald Trump expressed his willingness to endorse the Senate’s sanctions bill against Russia “if necessary.” He stated, “If I believe that Russia will not make a d...

Merz failed to convince Trump to pressure Moscow and provide aid to Kyiv.

Merz failed to convince Trump to pressure Moscow and provide aid to Kyiv. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz had one main request for US President Trump during his visit to the Oval Office late last week: That the American leader support Europe in pressuring Moscow to cease i...

Friday, June 6

The EU supports the notion of synchronizing sanctions with the US.

The EU supports the notion of synchronizing sanctions with the US. The EU is prepared to collaborate with the US to simultaneously impose sanctions on Russia to compel Russian dictator Putin to agree to peace talks, stated European Commission President Ursula von der...

Wednesday, June 4

The EU and the US are preparing to ratchet up sanctions pressure against Russia.

The EU and the US are preparing to ratchet up sanctions pressure against Russia. Head of the EC Ursula von der Leyen discussed coordinating sanctions against Russia with US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham in an effort to end the war. The US senator proposes introducing 500% duti...

Tuesday, June 3

France and Germany advocate for heightened sanctions on Russia while the US Senate looks to implement new restrictions ahead of the G7 summit.

France and Germany advocate for heightened sanctions on Russia while the US Senate looks to implement new restrictions ahead of the G7 summit. French President Emmanuel Macron has called on the US to enact sanctions targeting Russia if Moscow remain unwilling to cease hostilities in Ukraine. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has also p...

Monday, June 2

OPEC+ will once again increase oil production, allowing Western firms to increase shipments of Russian crude.

OPEC+ will once again increase oil production, allowing Western firms to increase shipments of Russian crude. Earlier this year, the Western energy sector began to consider how it might carefully return to Russia if peace is reached in Ukraine. Due to falling oil prices, Greek vessels transported 26% of Russi...

Wednesday, May 28

Trump might impose new sanctions on Russia this week amid frustration with Putin.

Trump might impose new sanctions on Russia this week amid frustration with Putin. US President Donald Trump is considering these sanctions due to his frustration with Putin’s continued aggressive actions toward Ukraine and the slow progress in peace talks. The restrictions ar...

The EU has proposed lowering the Russian oil price cap by another $15, but the US is blocking the initiative.

The EU has proposed lowering the Russian oil price cap by another $15, but the US is blocking the initiative. The European Commission and leading EU countries support lowering the price ceiling for Russian oil from $60 to $45 per barrel as part of a new sanctions package against Russia. Sources familiar with ...

Tuesday, May 27

After the recent massive attacks on Ukraine, Trump criticized Putin’s actions and warned of Russia’s “fall.”

After the recent massive attacks on Ukraine, Trump criticized Putin’s actions and warned of Russia’s “fall.” US President Donald Trump has finally criticized the Russian president, labeling him as “absolutely crazy” and cautioning that an attempt to take all of Ukraine would result in the “...

Monday, May 26

The EU plans to impose sanctions on Nord Stream and lower the Russian oil price cap.

The EU plans to impose sanctions on Nord Stream and lower the Russian oil price cap. The European Commission is already preparing its 18th package of sanctions against Russia, which will disconnect about 20 banks from the SWIFT payment system and impose trade bans exceeding €2.5B in v...

Friday, May 23

The US Senate threatens Russia with “tough” sanctions for delaying the peace process, bypassing Trump.

The US Senate threatens Russia with “tough” sanctions for delaying the peace process, bypassing Trump. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham stated that support for a bill imposing “tough sanctions” against Russia has grown in the US Congress to 81 senators out of the 100 total. To override a p...

Britain asks the G7 to cut the price cap on Russian oil.

Britain asks the G7 to cut the price cap on Russian oil. The UK has urged its G7 allies to lower the price ceiling for Russian oil to further pressure Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine. This issue was a priority for discussion at the G7 finance minis...

Wednesday, May 21

The EU and Britain have imposed new sanctions on Russia, as the US refrains.

The EU and Britain have imposed new sanctions on Russia, as the US refrains. The EU Council has approved its 17th package of sanctions against Russia, targeting nearly 200 ships in the shadow fleet. As a result, the total number of sanctioned vessels transporting Russian oil, ...

Tuesday, May 20

The EU plans to propose reducing the price cap on Russian oil to the G7 nations as part of its 18th sanctions package.

The EU plans to propose reducing the price cap on Russian oil to the G7 nations as part of its 18th sanctions package. European Commissioner for Economic Affairs Valdis Dombrovskis did not specify the proposed reduction, but may suggest lowering the cap from the current $60 to $50 per barrel. Dombrovskis intends to fo...

Monday, May 19

The US will enact a legal ban on recognizing Ukrainian territory as part of the Russian Federation and assert new sanctions.

The US will enact a legal ban on recognizing Ukrainian territory as part of the Russian Federation and assert new sanctions. Senators-democrats Michael Bennet, Dick Durbin, and Jeff Merkley have introduced a bill aimed at officially prohibiting US recognition of the occupied Ukrainian regions as Russian territory. US Secret...

Thursday, May 15

EU ambassadors have approved a new sanctions package targeting Russia.

EU ambassadors have approved a new sanctions package targeting Russia. In response to Russia’s refusal to agree to a ceasefire, Europeans are set to impose a tough 17th package of EU sanctions. However, it may be weaker than expected. The package has already receiv...

Wednesday, May 14

Trump has thwarted the EU’s plan for sanctions against Russia, so now Ukraine’s allies are waiting for the results of the Istanbul meeting.

Trump has thwarted the EU’s plan for sanctions against Russia, so now Ukraine’s allies are waiting for the results of the Istanbul meeting. European leaders’ attempts to compel the US to impose new sanctions on Russia were thwarted by US President Donald Trump’s intervention, as he publicly called on Ukraine to “immediately” s...

Tuesday, May 13

The EU is considering the introduction of three sanction packages targeting Russia.

The EU is considering the introduction of three sanction packages targeting Russia. The first package, labeled the 17th, will target tankers, nations aiding Russia in bypassing restrictions, and firms in the Russian military-industrial sector. The second package focuses on combating ...

Monday, May 12

The West is preparing sanctions for a new blow against the Russian economy.

The West is preparing sanctions for a new blow against the Russian economy. Finland has proposed imposing duties on all imports from Russia to the EU, which will operate simultaneously with existing sanctions. This step will not require unanimity from all member states. The p...

Thursday, May 8

The EC has proposed its 17th package of Russian sanctions: Where will the blow land?

The EC has proposed its 17th package of Russian sanctions: Where will the blow land? The European Commission has finalized the preparation of the 17th package of sanctions targeting Russia, proposing restrictions on more than 150 vessels associated with the Russian shadow fleet that i...

Tuesday, May 6

Trump is considering the introduction of new sanctions against Russia.

Trump is considering the introduction of new sanctions against Russia. US President Donald Trump said that he does not rule out the possibility of signing a bill proposed by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, which aims to strengthen sanctions against Russia. “It w...

Experts doubt the effectiveness of EU sanctions: Imports of Russian metal products have increased significantly.

Experts doubt the effectiveness of EU sanctions: Imports of Russian metal products have increased significantly. Despite the ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine and EU sanctions, Russian manufacturers continue to receive substantial income from exports of metal products and minerals to the EU, particularl...

Friday, May 2

Putin will have to make a choice: pursue negotiations and end the war or face the collapse of the Russian economy. The US Congress is preparing to impose a 500% tariff on Russia’s allies.

Putin will have to make a choice: pursue negotiations and end the war or face the collapse of the Russian economy. The US Congress is preparing to impose a 500% tariff on Russia’s allies. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham stated that he has the backing of 72 colleagues in the Senate for the bill, which proposes “devastating” new sanctions against Russia. He believes that sa...

Monday, April 28

The EU is preparing its 17th package of sanctions targeting Russia, while the US is also threatening Moscow with increased pressure.

The EU is preparing its 17th package of sanctions targeting Russia, while the US is also threatening Moscow with increased pressure. In Kyiv, officials hope that the new restrictions will target key sectors of the Russian economy and serve as a crucial tool in applying pressure on Russia to achieve peace. US Republican Senator Lind...

Tuesday, April 22

Trump has proposed a “peace plan” that includes transferring Crimea to Russia.

Trump has proposed a “peace plan” that includes transferring Crimea to Russia. According to the WSJ and Bloomberg, the plan entails a ceasefire along the current front line (freezing the war), preventing Ukraine’s accession to NATO, and formally recognizing Crimea as Russi...

Tuesday, April 15

Trump will leave Putin unable to fund his war.

Trump will leave Putin unable to fund his war. The decline in oil prices, triggered by US President Donald Trump’s trade war, has started to deplete the Russian military budget, despite the US president’s simultaneous efforts to improve relations ...

Monday, April 14

Trump has extended the previously imposed US restrictions on Russia while Kyiv prepares new shadow fleet sanctions.

Trump has extended the previously imposed US restrictions on Russia while Kyiv prepares new shadow fleet sanctions. US President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against the Russian Federation, which were initially imposed in April 2021 by former US President Biden, due to the Russian gove...

Friday, April 11

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce.

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó confirmed that Hungary may back Western sanctions against Russia if Donald Trump employs them to penalize Russian leader Vladimir Putin for the Kremlin’...

The US has come up with a way to combat the Russian shadow fleet while also addressing its national debt through a single solution.

The US has come up with a way to combat the Russian shadow fleet while also addressing its national debt through a single solution. A new bill has been introduced in the US aimed at tackling Russia’s shadow fleet of tankers that that are employed to transport oil, circumventing Western sanctions related to the war in Ukraine...

Tuesday, April 8

Washington has not yet discussed with the EU easing Russian sanctions to facilitate a temporary ceasefire agreement in Ukraine.

Washington has not yet discussed with the EU easing Russian sanctions to facilitate a temporary ceasefire agreement in Ukraine. David O’Sullivan, the EU’s special representative for sanctions, stated that Washington has not yet contacted the EU to address Russia’s request for sanctions relief – one of the cou...

Monday, April 7

The US has given Russia a few weeks to agree to a ceasefire before increasing its pressure.

The US has given Russia a few weeks to agree to a ceasefire before increasing its pressure. The US recognizes that Russia is violating the ceasefire that was reached in Saudi Arabia, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated. “If there are delaying tactics, we won’t be interested ...

Thursday, April 3

Russia has rejected Trump’s offer for peace in Ukraine. The White House now understands that there will be no quick deal.

Russia has rejected Trump’s offer for peace in Ukraine. The White House now understands that there will be no quick deal. Russia cannot accept the US’ proposal to end the war in their “current form” since they do not address the issues that Moscow considers the primary reasons for the invasion, stated R...

500% tariff: The US Senate proposes new sanctions against Russia in retaliation for the Kremlin’s refusal to sign a peace deal.

500% tariff: The US Senate proposes new sanctions against Russia in retaliation for the Kremlin’s refusal to sign a peace deal. Two US senators, Republican Lindsey Graham and Democrat Richard Blumenthal, have introduced a bill to impose new sanctions on Russia in response to the Kremlin’s refusal to sign a peace deal. &#...

Wednesday, April 2

Trump threatens Russia with secondary sanctions if Putin does not agree to a ceasefire.

Trump threatens Russia with secondary sanctions if Putin does not agree to a ceasefire. During a meeting with reporters at the White House, US President Donald Trump stated that he does not rule out implementing secondary sanctions on countries that purchase Russian oil if Putin “d...

Tuesday, April 1

Finland’s President suggests setting a deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that the US is losing patience with Russia.

Finland’s President suggests setting a deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that the US is losing patience with Russia. During a meeting with Donald Trump, Alexander Stubb emphasized the importance of establishing a clear deadline for achieving peace, proposing April 20 as the optimal date for this action, particularly...

Monday, March 31

Trump is upset with Putin and threatens sanctions on Russian oil.

Trump is upset with Putin and threatens sanctions on Russian oil. President Donald Trump said he’s “pissed off” at Russian President Vladimir Putin and would consider “secondary tariffs” on Russian oil if a ceasefire with Ukraine cannot be re...

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