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EU Preparing New Sanctions On Russia, French Minister Tells AFP

This is Beirut, 02/05 09:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Thursday that the European Union is preparing to hit Russia with a 17th round of sanctions, describing President Vladimir Putin as the "sole obstacle" to peace in Ukraine. The 27-nation bloc has imposed unprecedented penalties on Russia in response to its invasion and said this year it would not lift ...

US Imposes Sanctions To Curb Iran Oil Despite Talks

This is Beirut, 30/04 19:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The United States said Wednesday it was imposing sanctions on seven companies involved in selling Iranian oil, tightening pressure despite new nuclear talks between the adversaries. The United States said it was targeting five trading companies—four based in the United Arab Emirates and one in Turkey—that sold Iranian-origin petrochemical ...

New US Sanctions List to Reportedly Target Lebanese Politicians

This is Beirut, 29/04 17:10 - Reading : less than a minute

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According to a Lebanese politician quoting an American official, “There is a new list of sanctions set to be announced soon, targeting political figures accused of corruption, others accused of financing Hezbollah, and a third group involved in money laundering and drug trafficking to fund the party.” The official reveals that Hezbollah is in ...

US Roadmap for Lifting Sanctions on Syria Takes Center Stage

Amal Chmouny, 26/04 11:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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As Syria stands at a pivotal crossroads, the urgent question of lifting US and international sanctions takes center stage. These sanctions have profoundly impacted the nation's economy and governance since the outbreak of the civil war. With the Syrian interim government, now led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, striving to stabilize the country and ...

UK Sanctions Iran-Backed 'Criminal Network' and Its Leader

This is Beirut, 14/04 20:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The United Kingdom on Monday accused Iran of helping criminal gangs to stage attacks in Europe as it sanctioned the Swedish-based Foxtrot criminal network and its leader, Rawa Majid. The sanctions were ordered over the network's role in attacks across Europe, the Foreign Office said, and would include travel bans and asset freezes. "Today, the ...

Iran Says Talks with US to Focus Solely on Nuclear Issue and Lifting Sanctions

This is Beirut, 13/04 14:58 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Iran's foreign ministry said Sunday that talks with the United States slated for next weekend will remain "indirect" with Omani mediation and focused solely on the nuclear issue and lifting of sanctions. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff held talks Saturday in Muscat, marking the ...

Iraqi Markets a Haven for Peddlers Escaping Iran's Economic Woes

This is Beirut, 12/04 12:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Every Friday, Alawi crosses the border from Iran into Iraq to sell his produce in the markets of Basra, which serve as a haven for Iranians grappling with economic sanctions. He is just one of many Iranian peddlers who endure the arduous journey into southern Iraq through the Chalamja border crossing. They bring essential goods such as chicken, ...

US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran's Nuclear Program Before Talks

This is Beirut, 09/04 18:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The United States on Wednesday announced new sanctions targeting Iran's nuclear program ahead of closely watched talks on the row between the longtime adversaries. The Treasury Department said it was imposing sanctions under additional authorities on five entities, including the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran and one individual over the ...

United States Targets Hezbollah's Sanctions Evasion Network

This is Beirut, 28/03 19:03 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The United States’ Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced on Friday the designation of a Lebanon-based sanctions evasion network that supports Hezbollah's financial operations. This network, managed by Hezbollah’s finance team, is said to oversee commercial projects and oil smuggling operations that generate significant revenue for ...

US Sanctions on Three Iran Officials for Ex-FBI Agent's Death

This is Beirut, 25/03 17:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The United States on Tuesday announced sanctions on three purported Iranian intelligence officers over the death of former FBI agent Robert Levinson, despite President Donald Trump's outreach to the adversary for nuclear talks. "Our investigation continues—we will pursue all options to hold Iran accountable," FBI Director Kash Patel said in a ...

US Treasury Sanctions Iran Oil Minister

This is Beirut, 13/03 22:31 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The US Treasury Department on Thursday issued sanctions against Iran's oil minister Mohsen Paknejad, as President Donald Trump seeks to increase pressure on Tehran. "The Iranian regime continues to use the proceeds from the nation's vast oil resources to advance its narrow, alarming self-interests at the expense of the Iranian people," US ...

UK Eases Sanctions on Syria, Lifts Restrictions on 24 Entities

This is Beirut, 06/03 17:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The UK government lifted sanctions imposed during the rule of the former Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad against 24 entities, including Syria's Central Bank, a statement said. The UK government said last month it planned to ease sanctions after the new Syrian government sought to persuade Western capitals that the rebels that toppled Assad after 14 ...

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