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World

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onJune 1, 2026

Macron announces that the French Navy, with UK support, has stopped a Russian tanker under sanctions.

The French Navy, with assistance from the United Kingdom, has intercepted an oil tanker subject to international sanctions while en route from…

Business

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Huawei suggests an alternative approach to chip development in response to US sanctions.

Sid

onMay 25, 2026

Huawei suggests an alternative approach to chip development in response to US sanctions.

Huawei Technologies from China aims to create high-end chips by 2031 with a transistor density comparable to 1.4-nanometre processes, despite…

World

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Leads G7 Finance Ministers Gathering in Washington to Address Essential Minerals and Supply Chain Safety

Sid

onMay 19, 2026

Bessent calls for increased measures against Iran’s funding and plans to reassess the US sanctions roster.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged allies on Tuesday to more vigorously disrupt Iran’s financing networks, announcing that the Treasury…

World

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US Enacts Sanctions on Firms Allegedly Supporting Iran's Arms Industry

Sid

onMay 9, 2026

US Enacts Sanctions on Firms Allegedly Supporting Iran’s Arms Industry

On Friday, the U.S. Treasury announced sanctions against ten individuals and companies, including several from China and Hong Kong, over…

World

3 Min Read

Experts Warn That US Blockade of Iran Will Require Significant Military Effort

Sid

onMay 2, 2026

US alerts shipping companies that they may face sanctions for paying Iranian tolls in the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States is cautioning shipping firms that they may face sanctions for making payments to Iran to ensure safe transit through the…

Politics

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India continues discussions with the US regarding a potential sanctions exemption for the Chabahar Project, according to the MEA.

Sid

onApril 30, 2026

Iran’s Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Fathali Discusses Chabahar Port Development, Access to the Strait of Hormuz for India, US Sanctions, Nuclear Boundaries, and Health Speculations About the Supreme Leader

In a comprehensive interview with Shailendra Wangu of News18 India, Iran’s Ambassador to India, Dr Mohammad Fathali, stated that despite…

World

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Hegseth cautions Europe and Asia about ‘free-riding’ as US sanctions on Iran expand worldwide.

Sid

onApril 24, 2026

Hegseth cautions Europe and Asia about ‘free-riding’ as US sanctions on Iran expand worldwide.

Pete Hegseth stated that the United States is broadening its blockade against Iran on a global scale, claiming that maritime activities…

World

3 Min Read

Donald Trump declares that sanctions on Iran will persist until a peace agreement is reached.

Sid

onApril 18, 2026

Donald Trump declares that sanctions on Iran will persist until a peace agreement is reached.

On Friday, April 17, US President Donald Trump stated that the naval blockade against Iran will persist until a complete agreement with Tehran…

World

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US to Allow Expiration of Iran Oil Sanctions Waiver in Light of Hormuz Blockade

Sid

onApril 14, 2026

US to Allow Expiration of Iran Oil Sanctions Waiver in Light of Hormuz Blockade

The Trump administration is set to let a waiver that temporarily permits the purchase of certain Iranian crude oil expire this weekend, as…

Business

2 Min Read

Russia presents discounted LNG to energy-needy Asia amidst sanctions.

Sid

onApril 9, 2026

Russia presents discounted LNG to energy-needy Asia amidst sanctions.

Russia aims to take advantage of a global natural gas supply shortage to entice energy-hungry South Asia into acquiring shipments from its…