Trump Warns India of Tariffs Over Russian Oil
Former U.S. President Donald Trump warns India could face higher tariffs for buying Russian oil. Explore the implications for global trade and Canada's perspective.
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U.S. to Use Oil Sanctions to Pressure Venezuela, Says Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio details plans to use oil sanctions and seizures as leverage to force political change in Venezuela following the removal of Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest on U.S. foreign policy.
Trump's Venezuela Oil Plan Faces Major Hurdles
Former President Trump's proposal to seize and revitalize Venezuela's oil industry confronts significant legal and geopolitical challenges. Analysis details the complex hurdles ahead.
Russia asks U.S. to stop pursuing Venezuela-bound oil tanker
Russia has filed a formal diplomatic request urging the United States to cease its pursuit of an oil tanker originally destined for Venezuela. The move highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions over energy resources and sanctions enforcement.
Russia Banned from 2026 Winter Games, IOC Confirms
The IOC President states Russian athletes will not represent their country at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, even if the war in Ukraine concludes. Get the latest on the ongoing sanctions.
U.S. Lifts Sanctions on 3 Intellexa Executives
The Trump administration has removed sanctions from three individuals linked to the controversial Intellexa spyware consortium. Learn the details and implications of this reversal.
No Quebec Players on Team Canada Roster Since 1952
For the first time in over 70 years, Team Canada's hockey roster features no players from Quebec, raising alarms about the province's development pipeline. Read the full analysis.
U.S. grants sanctions reprieve to Russian-controlled Serbian oil firm
The U.S. has issued a temporary sanctions waiver for Serbia's NIS, a Gazprom Neft subsidiary. This move impacts global energy dynamics and Balkan geopolitics. Read the full analysis.
Oil steadies as risks counter glut outlook
Crude oil finds balance as Venezuela, Russia tensions offset fears of a global surplus. WTI holds near $58, but heads for steep annual decline on OPEC+ output.
U.S. removes sanctions on former Sberbank exec
The United States has officially removed sanctions against Alexandra Buriko, a former top executive at Russia's state-owned Sberbank. This significant move in international finance occurred on December 30, 2025.
U.S. sanctions Iran-Venezuela weapons trade
The U.S. Treasury Department has issued new sanctions targeting a network facilitating weapons trade between Iran and Venezuela. Explore the details and implications of this major foreign policy move.
International Teams Set High Bar at Bell Capital Cup
Hockey players from Hong Kong and other nations arrive in Ottawa for the 25th Bell Capital Cup, setting ambitious goals and showcasing global talent. Read about their journey and expectations.
Canada West Bank delegation blocked, organizers seek sanctions
Organizers of a Canadian delegation barred from entering the West Bank by Israel are urging Ottawa to impose steeper sanctions. Umair Ashraf of The Canadian-Muslim Vote spoke on Parliament Hill.
Billionaire loses appeal to lift Canadian sanctions
Igor Makarov, a billionaire former Russian oligarch, has failed to convince a Canadian court to lift sanctions freezing $145 million in assets. The court cited his deep ties to Russia's gas sector and dealings with Vladimir Putin.
Ex-Russian oligarch loses appeal on Canadian sanctions
A Canadian appeal court has dismissed billionaire Igor Makarov's bid to lift sanctions, freezing $145M in assets linked to Russia's energy sector and Putin ties. Read the full ruling.
China sanctions U.S. defence firms over Taiwan arms sales
China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defence companies and 10 executives in response to major arms sales to Taiwan, escalating tensions. Details on the targeted firms and the political fallout.
China Sanctions U.S. Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense companies and 10 executives, including Anduril and Boeing, in response to a major arms package for Taiwan. Tensions escalate as China freezes assets and bans business dealings.
UK campaigner sues Trump administration over US sanctions
A British technology campaigner has launched a legal challenge against the U.S. Trump administration's sanctions policy. The lawsuit, filed on December 25, 2025, highlights ongoing international tensions over tech and trade regulations.
EU Warns of Action After US Bars 5 Europeans
The European Union threatens possible measures after the United States bars entry to five European officials accused of enabling censorship. Tensions rise over digital rights and sovereignty.
EU's $105B Ukraine Deal Amid Trump's Sanctions Shift
The EU's watered-down $105 billion aid plan for Ukraine reveals a fractured front, while signals from the Trump White House suggest a dramatic pivot in U.S. policy towards Russia and its allies.
U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tankers Amid Rising Tensions
As U.S. forces intercept Venezuelan oil shipments, experts debate Washington's true motives: oil, regime change, or a geopolitical struggle with Russia and China?
Video shows brawling at B.C. minor hockey game
Disturbing video captures a physical altercation involving coaches at a minor hockey game in Vernon, B.C. The incident, now under investigation, raises serious concerns about safety in youth sports.
Amazon blocks 1,800 North Korean job applicants
Amazon confirms it blocked over 1,800 job applications from North Korea in 2025, highlighting corporate efforts to enforce international sanctions. Learn about the compliance measures.
U.S. Boards More Tankers in Venezuela Oil Blockade
The U.S. has boarded two more oil tankers off Venezuela, escalating a blockade that experts warn could halt all of the country's crude exports. Read the latest on the rising tensions.
U.S. seizes second tanker off Venezuela, escalating blockade
The U.S. has interdicted a second vessel off Venezuela, enforcing President Trump's declared blockade of sanctioned oil tankers. This move disrupts global crude flows and heightens regional tensions.
U.S. Seizes Second Tanker in Venezuelan Waters
U.S. forces intercept another sanctioned oil tanker off Venezuela, escalating Trump's blockade. The move disrupts global crude flows and risks pushing oil prices higher. Get the latest details.
U.S. Congress Permanently Ends Sanctions on Syria
The U.S. Congress has voted to permanently repeal the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, a bipartisan move hailed as a decisive step for reconstruction. Learn about the implications for the war-torn nation.
U.K. gives Abramovich last chance on Chelsea sale proceeds
The U.K. government demands Roman Abramovich direct Chelsea FC sale funds to Ukraine war victims. A deadline has been set, with legal action looming.
Trump Orders Naval Blockade on Venezuela Oil Tankers
President Trump announces a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers bound for Venezuela, escalating military pressure to cripple the Maduro regime's economy. Read the latest on this major foreign policy move.
Ukraine Peace Plan Criticized as Capitulation to Russia
A proposed peace plan to end the war in Ukraine is facing sharp criticism for rewarding Russian aggression and drawing historical parallels to the failed Munich Agreement of 1938.
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