International sanctions
No more Russian Oil for Serbia
The new package of sanctions against Russia, prepared by the European Union, will not include the exemption, i.e. derogation for the Western Balkans, therefore also for Serbia, due to Belgrade's attitude towards official Moscow.
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European Parliament brands Hungary as ‘no longer a democracy’
Hungary responded by saying the European Parliament “would do better to focus on energy prices that have tripled and quadrupled due to the failed sanctions
Russia blacklists Hollywood actors Ben Stiller, Sean Penn
Russia said on Sept. 5 that it blacklisted 25 U.S. citizens including Hollywood actors Ben Stiller and Sean Penn, in response to sanctions from the United States.
Western capitals, including Washington, have slapped Russia with a slew of unprecedented sanctions its over its offensive in pro-Western Ukraine.
Western sanctions to blame for halt to Germany gas shipments: Kremlin
The Kremlin said on Monday the halt of gas deliveries to Germany via the Nord Stream pipeline was caused by Western sanctions that prevent the maintenance of its infrastructure.
Fajon says sanctions against Russia necessary
Bled – Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon defended EU sanctions against Russia in a debate at the Bled Strategic Forum on Monday, arguing there was no alternative. She acknowledged, though, that things may get tough.
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Businesses should not worry about sanctions: Nebati
Businesses in Türkiye should not be concerned by the threat of sanctions, Treasury and Finance Minister Nureddin Nebati said on Aug. 26.
Ankara assures Washington no sanctions on Russia will be violated
Türkiye will not allow any person or institution to violate sanctions imposed on Russia over the invasion of Ukraine, a senior Turkish official told his United States counterpart on a phone conversation.
Week in Review: Breaking Rules, Busting Sanctions
The Sanctions Buster
Illustration: BIRN
Slobodan Tesic is reputedly one of the biggest arms traders in the Balkans. He is also one of the most controversial in the region, having been the subject of UN sanctions over violations of embargoes on weapons exports to Liberia for the best part of a decade.
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The Import of Russian Coal into the EU Stops from Today
The complete ban on the purchase of Russian coal comes into force today. The measure was approved as part of the fourth package of sanctions adopted in April against Russia over the war in Ukraine.
Another ban on imports from Russia is due to be implemented later this year: a partial oil embargo.
Day 167 of the Invasion of Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia to hold a Referendum on Joining Russia
Here are the highlights of events related to the war in Ukraine over the past 24 hours:
Zelensky: Lack of new sanctions increases the nuclear threat