Trump signed the Graham sanctions law, giving him broad authority to target Russian energy buyers, banks, officials and sanctions evasion networks.
Merz says unconditional transatlantic friendship is over, framing U.S. tensions as a test of Germany’s security and economic model.
Russia began a three-day State Duma vote that includes occupied Ukrainian territories and excludes anti-war parties from the party-list race.
U.S. prosecutors allege RIS Network financed attacks on Ukraine's allies and plotted killings of Russian dissidents abroad.
The House advanced a bill allowing Trump to impose 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian energy, setting up a full vote this week.
China warned the US against preparing for space warfare after Washington confirmed orbital military systems for offensive and defensive use.
A prolonged halt on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline could cut global oil supply by 4%, exposing the fragility of export routes.
Canada is negotiating to join the EU’s €90 billion Ukraine loan as Ottawa seeks deeper European ties and less reliance on the U.S.
Russia is expected at G20 energy talks in Houston as wars, sanctions and Red Sea security risks complicate the economics of energy abundance.
France warned CNews it could face criminal proceedings if former RT France chief Ksenia Fedorova returns to its programming by video link.
A first reported drone attack on Yamal-Nenets puts Russia’s Arctic gas infrastructure under new scrutiny as economic risks widen.
A reported drone attack on Novorossiysk sparked fires at a fuel oil terminal and housing block, exposing risks to a key Russian export hub.
CENTCOM said it destroyed five Iranian oil tankers after IRGC missile attacks, escalating the economic fight over oil logistics and Hormuz.
AfD’s 43.8 percent win in Saxony-Anhalt leaves no clear governing majority and raises major questions over energy, sanctions and eastern Germany’s economy.
Putin’s support for using medically unfit volunteers in drone defense highlights Russia’s search for manpower while denying new mobilization.
US envoys discussed concrete Ukraine war proposals with Putin before Kyiv talks, but the economic stakes depend on details still undisclosed.
Latvia says a suspect in the Leipzig sabotage case had been living in Russia, deepening scrutiny of Europe’s logistics, visa and sanctions systems.
Putin said peace through diplomacy remains possible, while Zelensky said U.S. envoys will visit Kyiv and Moscow to discuss a potential agreement.
Russia says it will close Goethe-Institut branches after Berlin moved against the Russian House agreement amid a broader sanctions escalation.
Uzbekistan has overhauled registration, licensing, tax policy and business-rights protection since 2016, redrawing the framework for private enterprise.
Bessent reportedly told Siluanov that U.S. sanctions pressure on Russia will not ease before the war in Ukraine ends.
The U.S. has removed Syria from its terrorism sponsorship list after nearly 50 years, signaling new economic opportunities and shifting geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East.
On Ukraine's Independence Day, the EU recommits to sustained support and sanctions on Russia, highlighting long-term integration and regional stability amid ongoing conflict.
Russia has created a shadow air fleet using military and private aircraft to sustain its operations in Africa’s Sahel, evading Western sanctions through complex logistics.
Latvia has publicly listed 170 companies trading with Russia and Belarus amid the Ukraine war, aiming to increase transparency and influence economic behavior.
President Trump announces a comprehensive economic war against Iran, threatening massive sanctions on countries supporting Tehran amid escalating regional tensions.
US President Trump threatens Oman with bombing over its involvement in Strait of Hormuz negotiations amid renewed US-Iran tensions and regional instability.
President Trump plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory, signaling prolonged military presence and escalating tensions with Iran over this vital oil transit route.
Ukraine sanctions 13 ships and 28 companies over illegal grain exports from Russian-occupied territories, aiming to disrupt unauthorized sales and assert economic sovereignty.
Venezuela released 131 political prisoners after initial reconciliation talks, agreeing also on judicial reforms amid ongoing economic and political challenges.
The Cl0p hacker group linked to Russia claims to have breached nearly 50 multinational corporations, highlighting growing cybersecurity risks with broad economic consequences.
Reports reveal at least 345 executed Ukrainian POWs and widespread torture, highlighting severe war crimes with significant legal and economic consequences amid ongoing conflict.
Ukraine reports damaging strikes on four Russian naval vessels and critical port infrastructure in Novorossiysk, signaling evolving maritime tactics and economic impact.
US forces disabled a Panama-flagged cargo ship attempting to breach Iran's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting escalating maritime tensions and economic risks.
The US Senate has approved a broad sanctions package targeting Russia’s economy, with strong support from the EU and Ukraine to intensify pressure amid ongoing conflict.
Ukrainian President Zelensky’s visit to Serbia aims to strengthen economic ties and address security, challenging traditional Russian influence amid regional tensions.
Ukraine’s Security Service reports a 40-day campaign targeting over 100 Russian strategic sites, severely impacting military and energy infrastructure to pressure Russia towards ending the conflict.
International browsers block Russian bank websites after foreign TLS/SSL certificate revocations, signaling deeper geopolitical and economic digital decoupling.
Russia has repositioned the Northern Fleet destroyer Admiral Levchenko to the Baltic Sea near Germany to protect its maritime shadow fleet amid increased sanctions and tensions.
Venezuela’s government and opposition will engage in direct talks in Caracas to discuss earthquake aid and electoral reforms amid economic and political crises.
Ukraine claims Russia used a North Korean ballistic missile in a deadly attack, revealing deepening military ties and escalating the conflict’s complexity with broad economic implications.
Belarus mandates military training for underperforming agricultural workers to enforce discipline and secure harvest productivity amid economic and geopolitical challenges.
The U.S. Senate advances the Graham Sanctions bill to impose steep tariffs on Russia and its energy partners, signaling a strategic intensification of economic pressure.
President Zelensky’s Washington visit coincides with a Senate vote on expanded sanctions against Russia, encompassing broader Middle East implications and diplomatic efforts.
Recent Ukrainian drone attacks have caused civilian casualties in Russian border regions, while Russia continues missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, escalating the conflict's impact.
President Zelensky warns of Russia's plans to expand military mobilization in 2026 and deepen military ties with North Korea, reflecting structural strains in Moscow's war efforts.
The EU condemned Russia’s missile strikes on a Kyiv-area weapons exhibition and a Latvian consulate, summoning Russia’s envoy and threatening expanded sanctions amid escalating Ukraine conflict.
Russia’s oil and gas revenues in July may exceed last year’s by 60%, driven by higher prices and taxes despite EU sanctions aimed at restricting budget financing.
The US has lifted sanctions on Miami-based Bel-Kap-Steel linked to Belarus's metallurgy sector amidst the release of political prisoners and eased diplomatic tensions.
Ukrainian strikes on Wildberries warehouses in Russia and Crimea disrupt key logistics hubs, damaging 10% of the company’s infrastructure and highlighting broader economic vulnerabilities.