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Deputy head of Sudan's sovereign council General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo speaks during a press conference at Rapid Support Forces head quarter in Khartoum, Sudan.
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U.S. has determined that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces committed genocide and imposed sanctions on their leader

The United States announced on Tuesday that it has determined that members of Sudan‘s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their allied militias have committed acts of genocide in Sudan. In response, the U.S. imposed sanctions on the leader of the RSF due to a conflict that has resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands and displaced millions from their homes. U.S. Secretary of State … Continue reading U.S. has determined that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces committed genocide and imposed sanctions on their leader

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The fully automated container terminal at Qingdao Port of Shandong Port Group is the first of its kind in Asia.
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China’s Shandong Port Group has placed U.S.-sanctioned oil vessels on a blacklist, according to traders

China’s Shandong Port Group announced on Monday a prohibition against U.S.-sanctioned oil vessels accessing its port network, as reported by three traders. This move could limit the entry of blacklisted vessels into significant energy terminals along China’s eastern coastline. The notice, which was shared with Reuters by two traders and corroborated by a third, explicitly prohibits ports from allowing docking, unloading, or providing services to … Continue reading China’s Shandong Port Group has placed U.S.-sanctioned oil vessels on a blacklist, according to traders

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US is preparing to impose additional sanctions on tankers transporting Russian oil, according to sources

The Biden administration is preparing to implement additional sanctions on Russia in response to its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, specifically targeting the nation’s oil revenue by focusing on tankers transporting Russian crude, according to three informed sources. As President Joe Biden’s administration aims to strengthen support for Ukraine ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, there is concern regarding Trump’s previous criticisms of … Continue reading US is preparing to impose additional sanctions on tankers transporting Russian oil, according to sources

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US has imposed sanctions on Iranian and Russian organizations for election interference

On Tuesday, the United States enacted sanctions against entities in Iran and Russia, alleging their involvement in efforts to disrupt the upcoming U.S. election. The U.S. Treasury Department announced that these entities, which include a subsidiary of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps and a group linked to Russia’s military intelligence, were attempting to “incite socio-political discord and sway the U.S. electorate during the 2024 election.” According … Continue reading US has imposed sanctions on Iranian and Russian organizations for election interference

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Switzerland implements additional EU sanctions against Russia and Belarus

Switzerland has implemented the latest sanctions package from the European Union targeting Russia and Belarus, as announced by the government on Monday. This decision follows the EU’s recent actions against Moscow’s vessels and Chinese entities involved in trade with the Russian military. The Swiss authorities have identified 54 individuals and 30 companies and organizations, freezing their assets effective December 24, and prohibiting 52 ships from … Continue reading Switzerland implements additional EU sanctions against Russia and Belarus

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Why violence spreading in Haiti?

A brutal gang assault in Haiti a few days ago resulted in numerous fatalities, with homes and vehicles set ablaze, forcing thousands to flee for their safety. This incident marks yet another tragic chapter in a nation plagued by severe violence for many years. The attack occurred early Thursday morning in the central town of Pont-Sonde, perpetrated by members of the Gran Grif gang. They … Continue reading Why violence spreading in Haiti?

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U.S. has sanctioned organizations linked to transport of Iranian oil to Syria

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced on Wednesday that it has imposed sanctions on over a dozen entities and vessels linked to the transportation of Iranian crude oil and liquid petroleum gas to Syria and East Asia, acting on behalf of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards and Hezbollah. Among the sanctioned vessels are four ships tied to Syrian shipping magnate Abdul Jalil Mallah, who was previously … Continue reading U.S. has sanctioned organizations linked to transport of Iranian oil to Syria

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Employees work on a car seat assembly line in Shanghai, China.
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Beijing has urged the US to cease its ‘unjustified pressure’ on Chinese companies

China called on the United States on Wednesday to cease what it described as “unreasonable suppression” of its companies, following U.S. proposals aimed at banning Chinese software and hardware in vehicles over national security issues. A spokesperson from the commerce ministry stated, “The U.S. initiative lacks factual support, contravenes the principles of market economy and fair competition, and exemplifies a protectionist stance.” The U.S. Commerce … Continue reading Beijing has urged the US to cease its ‘unjustified pressure’ on Chinese companies

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Tayyip Erdogan urges the United States to lift sanctions

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has urged the United States to lift sanctions that restrict certain defense purchases by Turkey, as well as other unilateral measures that impede the NATO allies’ ability to achieve long-term bilateral trade objectives. Relations between the two nations have been strained in recent years due to various issues, including differing policies in the eastern Mediterranean, Syria, and Gaza, as well as … Continue reading Tayyip Erdogan urges the United States to lift sanctions

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US impose sanctions against 5 organizations and an individual related to Russia and North Korea

On Thursday, the United States announced sanctions against a network comprising five organizations and an individual for facilitating financial transactions between Russia and North Korea, which support Moscow’s military efforts in Ukraine and Pyongyang’s armament initiatives, as stated by the Treasury Department. The Treasury emphasized that this action holds accountable those who have aided the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Russia in evading … Continue reading US impose sanctions against 5 organizations and an individual related to Russia and North Korea

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