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24 results for “sanctions oil trade”
Military / WarThe Veil
Gulf nations have found ways to keep oil flowing
Gulf exporters reroute, use storage, and coordinate insurers to keep crude moving despite Iran tensions. Prices volatile but below worst fears.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
EU court strikes down sanctions extension against former Russian senator — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
General Court in Luxembourg voids two renewals; latest EU listing still contested, with implications for evidentiary standards and future rollovers.
- 7 min
- Luxembourg
World TradeThe Veil
The Houthis: a new threat to oil supplies
Yemen-linked Houthis signal capacity to disrupt Red Sea energy flows, risking reroutes, higher costs, and price volatility amid insurance and naval shifts.
- 7 min
- Yemen
Military / WarThe Veil
US lifts sanctions targeting Eritrea's ruling party and the military
Treasury ends measures targeting Eritrea’s leadership and forces, signaling a policy shift from Washington with cautious regional and market watch.
- 7 min
- Eritrea
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy thanks Trump for signing 'critically important' Russia sanctions bill
Ukraine hails new U.S. law expanding Russia sanctions, seeking sustained pressure on Moscow as implementation details and market reactions loom.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
House passes Russia sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham, sending it to Trump
U.S. House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill, named for Sen. Lindsey Graham, sending it to President Trump for signature amid heightened tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil falls as U.S. crude inventories reportedly rise, traders weigh Saudi pipeline closure
Crude falls after a surprise U.S. inventory build, offsetting supply-risk from a Saudi pipeline closure as markets assess duration and data credibility.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries as both countries trade strikes
From Moscow, Trump calls on Kyiv to stop hitting Russian refineries as Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks, raising risks to civilians and fuel supply.
- 7 min
- Russia
Global SummitsThe Veil
BRICS New Delhi declaration rejects sanctions, nuclear threats and terrorism — RT India
BRICS leaders in New Delhi reject unilateral sanctions, nuclear threats and terrorism, and call for UN reforms, signaling coordinated policy aims.
- 7 min
- India
Military / WarThe Veil
Escalating US-Iran attacks drive oil above $100
Oil surged past $100 amid escalating US-Iran attacks, spiking diesel to a record and pressuring transport costs as Washington weighs response options.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Benchmark crude rose intraday after new U.S.-Iran exchanges raised Middle East supply and shipping risks, lifting energy and defense stocks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. sanctions Iranian airlines in aim to tighten economic squeeze as war spreads, oil rises
Washington blacklists remaining Iranian carriers, tightening compliance and raising energy risk as regional conflict widens and oil prices climb.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US Military Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers
Pentagon says precise, limited strikes targeted Iran-linked oil vessels, framed as retaliation amid rising maritime security tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Rebuilding bridges: the US lifts sanctions on Syria
Washington ends Syria sanctions, aiming to spur rebuilding, trade, and aid. Markets eye logistics, cement, power, and telecoms amid cautious oversight.
- 7 min
- Syria
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices rise on escalation in Middle East
Crude gains as reported U.S. strikes and Israeli threats raise fears of Iran-related supply risks and transit disruptions in the Middle East.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. and Iran trade more attacks after lull in fighting
Renewed U.S.-Iran strikes around Sept. 2, 2026 raise regional risk as rhetoric escalates and precision operations target proxy and defense assets.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US and Iran Trade New Strikes as the War Enters its 7th Month
Washington confirms fresh Middle East strikes amid Iran tensions, signaling a risky retaliation cycle and raising regional security and energy concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Fears of a Canadian trade war are overblown. So far, it’s more of a skirmish
Analysts say U.S.–Canada friction remains contained, with targeted measures and consultations under USMCA keeping supply chains moving.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. Blumenthal urges House to pass Russia sanctions bill amid a "moment of extreme urgency" in Ukraine
Sen. Blumenthal presses the House to advance a Senate-backed Russia sanctions package, citing urgent support for Ukraine amid intensifying fighting.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
5 political cartoons about the trade war with Canada
Five Canadian cartoons critique Trump-era tariffs, highlighting trade tensions, sector strains, and public sentiment shaping policy narratives.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Did Trump’s Trade Fight With Canada Go So Sideways?
Mixed messages and pressure tactics strained U.S.-Canada trade, unsettling supply chains as North Korea diplomacy signaled a stark contrast.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
Washington’s new Iran sanctions reveal more than America would like
U.S. pivots from air power to financial pressure, aiming to curb Tehran’s revenue and logistics as markets and allies gauge energy and compliance risks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's oil and gas stock trades continued during Iran war, filings show
Filings reveal Trump’s oil and gas trades persisted amid the Iran war, raising conflict-of-interest questions and calls for oversight.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. threatens to hit Iran's trade partners with secondary economic sanctions
Washington signals tougher measures targeting firms and banks aiding Iranian commerce, raising compliance risks across energy, shipping, and finance.
- 7 min
- United States