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.
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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.
Russia Plans Nuclear Reactor on Moon in a Decade
Russia announces plans to deploy a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade to support its lunar base and a joint station with China. Learn about the new space race.
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?
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.
Canada drops terror sanctions on Syria and interim government
Canada has officially removed Syria from its list of state supporters of terrorism and lifted sanctions against its interim government. Learn the details and implications of this major foreign policy shift.
UK Sanctions Russia's GRU for 2018 Nerve Agent Attack
The United Kingdom imposes new sanctions on Russia's GRU spy agency for the 2018 Salisbury nerve agent attack on Sergei Skripal. Explore the details and implications.
UN's New 'Day Against Sanctions' Draws Sharp Criticism
The UN General Assembly inaugurates a day condemning Western sanctions, backed by authoritarian states. Critics argue it distracts from crises like Sudan, where 150,000 have died. Read the full analysis.
ICC Stands Firm Against US Pressure on Gaza Warrants
The International Criminal Court reaffirms its independence, rejecting U.S. and Israeli demands to drop warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant. Member states rally support amid unprecedented sanctions campaign.
Accountant sanctioned for Laurentian University audit
The CPAO has disciplined the former auditor of Laurentian University following its 2021 insolvency. Get the details on the sanctions and the ongoing fallout.
Iran's currency falls to new low amid nuclear sanctions
Iran's rial plunges to a record low as nuclear sanctions cripple its economy. Analysis of the impact on citizens and the global economic landscape.
Russia Blocks Access to Gaming Platform Roblox
Russian authorities have blocked access to the popular U.S. children's gaming platform Roblox. The move, reported in December 2025, restricts a major online space for young users.
Russia Warns of Full WhatsApp Block Amid Domestic App Push
Russia escalates restrictions on WhatsApp, moving toward complete ban while promoting state-run MAX super app. Learn how this impacts digital landscape.
Russia Bans Human Rights Watch as 'Undesirable'
Russia designates Human Rights Watch as 'undesirable,' criminalizing its work. This move is part of a wider crackdown on critics and independent groups. Stay informed on global human rights.
Hungary's Orban meets Russia's Putin for energy talks
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for crucial energy negotiations as Russia-Ukraine war continues. Key details on the high-stakes diplomatic meeting.
Venezuela bans airlines over U.S. sanctions dispute
Venezuela has banned multiple international airlines that suspended routes following a U.S. sanctions warning. The move escalates tensions and impacts global aviation.
Putin responds to U.S. peace plan, warns Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin views the U.S. peace proposal as a starting point for negotiations while demanding Ukrainian troop withdrawal from contested regions.
Venezuela bans airlines that halted flights per US warning
Venezuela imposes flight bans on airlines complying with US sanctions. Explore the escalating aviation dispute and its geopolitical implications for international travel.
Russia convicts 8 with life sentences for bridge attack
Russian court hands life sentences to eight individuals convicted of terrorism for the 2022 attack on the Kerch Bridge connecting Russia to annexed Crimea. Details emerge.
Frozen Russian Assets Key to Ukraine Peace Deal Talks
Russia's frozen assets emerge as crucial bargaining chip in Ukraine peace negotiations. International talks intensify as nations seek resolution to ongoing conflict.
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