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.
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.
Violence erupts in Latakia, Syria, leaving three dead and dozens injured following a deadly mosque bombing. Tensions flare between Alawite protesters and counterdemonstrators.
Hundreds gathered in Homs, Syria, to mourn victims of a fatal mosque bombing. The attack targeted a predominantly Alawite neighborhood. Read for details and context.
A deadly bombing at an Alawite mosque in Homs, Syria, killed eight and wounded 18. A little-known group claimed responsibility as sectarian tensions simmer.
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.
A deadly explosion at the Imam Ali bin Abi Talib Mosque in Homs, Syria, has resulted in 8 fatalities and 18 injuries. The attack targeted a predominantly Alawite neighborhood.
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.
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.
Syrian state media reports a major counter-terrorism success, announcing the death of a senior ISIS leader and the arrest of a cell member near the capital. Details on the operation.
The remains of two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a Syrian desert attack were repatriated in a dignified transfer at Des Moines International Airport on December 24, 2025.
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.
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.
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?
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.
Turkey's top officials, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, visited Syria as a deadline for Kurdish groups to integrate with Syrian forces approaches. The high-stakes diplomatic move aims to reshape regional security dynamics.
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.
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. 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.
Jordan confirms its air force participated in U.S.-led strikes against Islamic State targets in Syria on December 20, 2025. Details on the joint operation.
The U.S. launches large-scale military strikes in Syria, targeting ISIS, in retaliation for an ambush that killed two soldiers and a civilian interpreter. Details on the operation and regional impact.
Following the deaths of two U.S. soldiers and an interpreter in Syria, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces a renewed military effort to eliminate Islamic State fighters. Details on the response.
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.
Former President Donald Trump attended the dignified transfer of three Iowans killed in Syria. Sgts. William Howard, Edgar Torres-Tovar, and an interpreter were honored as their remains returned to U.S. soil.
Former President Donald Trump will witness the dignified transfer of two National Guardsmen and an interpreter killed in Syria. The ceremony honors Sgts. William Howard and Edgar Torres-Tovar.
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.
U.S. President Donald Trump expands travel ban to 27 countries, including Palestinian Authority and Syria, citing compromised vetting abilities after recent conflicts. Details on the new restrictions.
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.
The U.S. Army has named the two Iowa National Guard soldiers killed in a recent attack in Syria. Get the details on the fallen servicemembers and the incident.
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.