Cuba Defies US Sanctions as Trump’s Embargo Escalation Sparks National Resistance
Havana, Cuba : In a city teeming with life, a 1 May procession poured out of the streets and into the
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June 20, 2026
Sanctions
Nirmala Sitharaman Sanctions 5 Crore MPLADS Fund for NICU Facility in Shivamogga
Trending: nirmala, sitharaman, sanctions Trending: nirmala, sitharaman, sanctions In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure in Karnataka, Union Finance Minister
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UK, Allies Weigh Sanctions Against Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Blockade
In a bid to resolve the increasingly tense Middle Eastern standoff, key stakeholders from the UK and its allies recently
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US Eases Sanctions on Venezuela’s Acting Leader Delcy Rodríguez
** The US government has made a significant move by easing sanctions on Venezuela’s acting leader Delcy Rodríguez, potentially easing tensions between Washington and Caracas. This shift in US policy comes amidst a complex and fraught situation in Venezuela, where corruption, authoritarianism, and human rights abuses have been major concerns. The implications of this move are far-reaching, and the international community will be watching closely to see how it unfolds.
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US Weighs Declaring Brazilian Drug Gangs as Terrorist Organizations Amid Bolsonaro Family Lobbying Efforts
The US is considering declaring Brazilian drug gangs as terrorist organizations, a move that could escalate efforts to combat organized crime in the region, following lobbying efforts by the family of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
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Iran Denies Ongoing Negotiations with US Amid Trump’s Claims of Talks
Iran has denied ongoing negotiations with the US, contradicting President Trump’s claims, as the two nations continue to experience high tensions amid a complex web of diplomatic relations and competing interests.
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Irish Refinery’s Ties to Russian War Efforts Uncovered in Leaked Records
A leading Irish metals refinery, Aughinish Alumina, has been linked to an international aluminium supply chain that appears to be feeding the Russian war machine in Ukraine, despite international sanctions aimed at curtailing Russia’s ability to wage war.
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European Union Faces Energy Crisis as Russia Warns of Profound Consequences
The European Union is grappling with a deepening energy crisis as it reduces its dependence on Russian oil and gas, with Russia warning of profound consequences and energy prices rising across the continent, threatening European economies and households.
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Belarusian Activist Maria Kalesnikava Calls for Western Engagement with Regime that Imprisoned Her
Belarusian activist Maria Kalesnikava is calling for Western engagement with the regime that imprisoned her, despite her personal experience with the regime’s brutality, in an effort to bring about positive change in Belarus and improve the lives of ordinary Belarusians.
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7 Russia Oil Tankers Divert From China to India in Fresh Trade Shift Amid Sanctions Pressure
In a significant shift, 7 Russian oil tankers bound for China have been rerouted to India, underscoring the country’s emergence as a major buyer of discounted Russian oil and the increasing adaptability of global crude trade under sanctions pressure.
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EU Urged to Negotiate with Russia to End Ukraine Conflict as Tensions Escalate
The Belgian Prime Minister, Bart De Wever, has called on European leaders to engage in diplomatic efforts with Russia to
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