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24 results for “u.s. sanctions”

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump sees 'strong inclination' to end Russia-Ukraine war ahead of U.S.-brokered peace talks

Trump said he sees a “strong inclination” to end Russia’s war in Ukraine ahead of U.S.-brokered trilateral talks. No agreement has been announced.

  • 7 min
  • United Arab Emirates

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

As Trump brags about U.S. oil and gas company profits, his stocks gained millions during Iran war

Congressional Democrats say Trump bought millions in oil and gas stocks during the Iran war; his holdings reportedly gained millions.

  • 9 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump faces bipartisan backlash over waiving Russia sanctions

President Trump defends his decision to waive Russia sanctions amid bipartisan backlash in Washington, D.C.

  • 6 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

EU fears next Russia sanctions could be the last – Telegraph — RT World News

RT cites a Telegraph report that officials in Brussels and Kyiv fear the EU’s next Russia sanctions package could be its last if Le Pen becomes French p...

  • 9 min
  • Belgium

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Treasury secretary refuses to say if the U.S. sees Ukraine as an ally

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent repeatedly declined to say whether the U.S. sees Ukraine as an ally. The exchange does not establish a policy change.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

U.S. taking Putin’s side would be a ‘historic mistake,’ says Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy warned that formally siding with Putin would be a “historic mistake” for the U.S. No such U.S. policy shift was reported.

  • 7 min
  • Ukraine

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

President Trump faces backlash over Russia sanctions relief

Trump campaigned for midterm candidates in Kentucky on Oct. 17, 2026. Richmond is cited as the political signal's location, not a confirmed rally venue.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold

After Trump put new U.S. sanctions on Russia on hold, Zelenskyy called for public support for the measures. No policy change was reported.

  • 7 min
  • Ukraine

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump suspends new Russia sanctions following deal to purchase diesel, citing ‘national interests’

A report says Trump suspended new sanctions passed by Congress against Russia following a diesel purchase deal, citing “national interests.”

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan

Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...

  • 7 min
  • China

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Senators push the Trump administration to act swiftly on Russian sanctions to help Ukraine

Bipartisan Senate leaders in Washington urged the Trump administration on Oct. 7, 2026, to move quickly on Russian sanctions intended to help Ukraine.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump: ‘Threat’ Forced U.S. Bombers from UK — Vows Iran Will ‘Suffer Greatly’ over Any Combat Drone Plot

Trump said a threat linked to Iran led the U.S. to withdraw B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in the United Kingdom.

  • 7 min
  • United Kingdom

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Judge blocks Trump's firing of top federal prosecutor in Seattle and restores him as U.S. attorney

A judge blocked Trump's dismissal of Roger Rogoff, restoring him as Seattle's top federal prosecutor under the current order.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Ford CEO says it's 'too late' for Europe to fend off Chinese automakers, but not U.S.

Jim Farley says Europe is too late to fend off Chinese automakers, but the U.S. still has time to respond.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Trump says U.S., Iran slated for indirect talks after he rejects latest proposal

Trump says indirect talks are slated after he rejected Tehran’s latest proposal. No date or venue has been announced.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Extended interview: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the U.S.-Iran war

In a D.C. interview, Iran’s president outlined terms to ease Strait access as a confidence step, signaling conditional de-escalation amid ongoing conflict.

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil

The Hague Group: South Africa Leads Coalition Against U.S./Israel’s “Unilateral Bullying” of the ICC

Coalition challenges U.S.-Israel pressure on the ICC, urging states and civil society to defend the Court’s independence during UN week in New York.

  • 8 min
  • Netherlands

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Iran’s president strikes a defiant tone at U.N. after Trump threats

Iran’s president rejects external pressure in U.N. address, aiming to rally allies as U.S.–Iran tensions rise and diplomats weigh risks for talks and tr...

  • 7 min
  • United States

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Live Updates: Iran warns "geography of the war" would expand in response to any new U.S. assault

Tehran cautions the conflict’s scope may expand if the U.S. launches new attacks, signaling regional risks to security, energy routes, and stability.

  • 6 min
  • Iran

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

U.S. proposes exchanging AI safety alerts with China, Bessent says

U.S. officials propose a U.S.–China AI safety alert mechanism ahead of a Trump–Xi summit, aiming to reduce risk via rapid incident and anomaly sharing.

  • 7 min
  • United States

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

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

Tehran won’t surrender to the U.S., Iranian President Pezeshkian says, as India's Modi urges dialogue and peace

On his India visit, Iran’s President Pezeshkian vowed no surrender to the U.S. or Israel, while Modi called for dialogue and peace amid regional tensions.

  • 7 min
  • India

Politics / GovernmentThe Veil

U.S. envoys Witkoff and Kushner set to arrive in Kyiv after peace talks in Moscow

Witkoff and Kushner head to Kyiv after Moscow talks, carrying proposals to gauge de-escalation prospects amid scrutiny of security and territorial issues.

  • 7 min
  • Ukraine