Tag: Sanctions

Southeast Asia , Jan 02, 2022 More than three years since Myanmar’s military coup, ASEAN remains deeply divided over how to respond. While Indonesia and...

Delve into Xi Jinping's diplomatic mission to France, navigating trade disputes, EU scrutiny, and efforts to bolster Sino-French relations amidst global challenges.

European Union and G7 nations impose sanctions on Russian diesel and refined oil products, aiming to limit Russia's military funding while maintaining global energy supply and protecting consumers from price volatility.

The European Union has agreed on a new round of sanctions against Russia, targeting the country's economic interests in response to its continued military aggression in Ukraine. The sanctions package was finalized after extensive discussions among EU member states.

The European Union is proposing additional sanctions against Russia, targeting over 200 politicians, military officers, and key figures responsible for missile attacks and actions in Ukraine. The European Commission's recommendations include travel bans and asset freezes, pending approval from member nations.

President Biden authorizes $800 million in military aid to Ukraine, including helicopters, artillery, armored vehicles, and protective gear against potential chemical, biological, nuclear, and radiological threats. The package aims to support Ukraine's defense capabilities in anticipation of a new Russian offensive.

Finland and Sweden are moving closer to NATO membership after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sparked increased support for joining the alliance. With Finland sharing a long border with Russia and both countries historically neutral, this potential membership represents a significant strategic change in European security dynamics.

President Joe Biden traveled to Iowa to announce a strategy for reducing gas prices by temporarily suspending ethanol blending restrictions. The move aims to cut fuel costs by approximately 10 cents per gallon at select stations, addressing high inflation challenges facing American consumers.

A calculated act of vandalism in Krakow reveals Russia's strategy to undermine Polish-Ukrainian solidarity by staging provocative incidents designed to trigger ethnic tensions between the two nations.

President Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are set to discuss Russia's Ukraine invasion. India's neutral stance has drawn US concerns, with recent UN votes showing global divisions. Biden aims to persuade Modi to take a firmer position against Russian military actions.