#Sanctions

Trump on meeting with Zelenskyy: 'Very good' — discussed 'hellish' sanctions and missile production

Politics 07/29/2026, 07:29

Trump called the meeting with Zelenskyy 'very good' and published joint photos. The leaders discussed 'hellish' sanctions against Russia, the memory of Lindsey Graham, and the production of Patriot missiles. 🇺🇸🇺🇦🚀

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Zelenskyy in Washington: 86 Votes for Graham Sanctions and Air Defense Priority

Politics 07/29/2026, 05:11

Zelenskyy in Washington: US Senate votes for Graham sanctions. 86 senators supported the document on the day of farewell to the initiative's author. 🇺🇸🇺🇦 #USA #Ukraine #Zelenskyy

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Record Blow: EU Prepares Sanctions Package Against 1600 Russian Companies

Politics 07/28/2026, 17:41

The EU is preparing a record sanctions blow: more than 1600 Russian companies with a turnover of $20 billion will be hit. 🇪🇺📉 This is an attempt to force the Kremlin to negotiate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. A decision is expected in October. 🇷🇺🚫

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Hellish Sanctions and Zelenskyy's Visit: How the US Plans to Increase Pressure on Russia

Politics 07/28/2026, 16:52

The US Senate has finalized the text of "hellish sanctions" against Russia: 500% tariffs on goods and a blow to importing countries. 🇺🇸🇷🇺 Meanwhile, in Washington, Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with Donald Trump to discuss air defense and the peace process. 🇺🇦🤝🇺🇸

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Zelenskyy in Washington: Meeting with US Senators and the Fate of 'Hellish Sanctions' Against Russia

Politics 07/28/2026, 03:49

🇺🇸 Zelenskyy will meet with all 100 US Senators on the night of July 29. The key topic is the "hellish sanctions" against the RF, which Lindsey Graham championed. 🚫 Democrats are blocking the law due to Trump's demands to expand presidential powers. Russia may try to sabotage the vote by simulating peace initiatives.

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Tariff Ultimatum: How the US Tariff Dispute Could Derail New Sanctions Against Russia

Politics 07/27/2026, 22:23

A dispute has erupted in the US Senate over a bill imposing 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian oil. Democrats fear this will expand Trump's tariff powers, calling the initiative a 'Trojan horse'. Republicans accuse them of caring more about hating Trump than helping Ukraine. 🇺🇸🇷🇺🛑

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Andrea Pirlo and the price of cooperation with Russia: why the football legend lost the chance to lead the Italian national team

Sports 07/27/2026, 16:47

🚨 Legendary footballer Andrea Pirlo did not become head coach of the Italian national team due to ties with Russian business. 🇷🇺 Sanctions and reputational risks make cooperation with sanctioned structures impossible. 💼 Even stars are not immune from consequences.

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1,500 Confiscated Assets: What Ukraine Is Doing with Russian Property and When Large-Scale Sales Will Begin

Politics 07/27/2026, 14:44

🇺🇦 Ukraine has confiscated over 1,500 assets from Russians and collaborators — ranging from apartments to factories. Properties belonging to Lebedev and Deripaska have already been sold. Large-scale sales of industrial objects will begin in 2026–2027. All funds will go toward rebuilding the country 💪 #Ukraine #Sanctions #SPFU

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The End of the 'Big Packages' Era: How Greece and the Economic Interests of Member States Forced the EU to Change Its Sanctions Strategy Against Russia

Politics 07/27/2026, 12:14

Greece and the economic interests of other member states have forced the EU to reconsider its sanctions strategy against Russia. Instead of cumbersome packages, Brussels will switch to targeted thematic measures. The 21st package may be the last in the old format. 🇪🇺🚫🇷🇺

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Lithuania extends national sanctions against Russia and Belarus until 2027

Politics 07/26/2026, 15:53

Lithuania is changing the rules of the game: national sanctions against Russia and Belarus will be extended not for a year, but immediately until the end of 2027. Vilnius intends to freeze assets and maintain restrictions even in the event of sanctions being lifted at the EU level. 🇱🇹🚫🇷🇺

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New sanctions for draft dodgers in Ukraine: asset freezing and driving bans

Politics 07/25/2026, 21:01

New draft laws against mobilization evaders have been developed in Ukraine. 🚫🚗 Military ombudswoman Olga Reshetilova announced plans to introduce asset freezing, driving bans, and restrictions on state services for those avoiding service. These measures are intended to be part of a system for fair army rotation. 🇺🇦

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Threat to Sabotage 'Hellish Sanctions': Ukraine Warns of Kremlin Provocations Ahead of US Vote

Politics 07/25/2026, 19:30

🇺🇦 Andriy Sybiga warned: Russia may try to sabotage the vote on Graham's 'hellish sanctions' by pretending to be a proponent of peace. 🇺🇸 The US is discussing a package with tariffs up to 100% — but Democrats oppose Trump's powers. Vote — next week. #Ukraine #Sanctions #Graham

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YouTube blocks channels of Russian artists supporting the war in Ukraine

Technology 07/24/2026, 22:51

YouTube has blocked channels of Russian artists supporting the war in Ukraine. The accounts of sanctioned cultural figures, including those against whom the SBU has already raised suspicions, were hit. 🚫🎤🇺🇦

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Beijing's Counterstrike: China Imposes Sanctions on 14 European Companies

Politics 07/24/2026, 16:56

China responds in kind: Beijing imposes sanctions on 14 European companies in response to the EU's 21st package of restrictions against Russia. 🇨🇳🇪🇺 Brussels previously restricted 14 Chinese firms linked to Russia's defense industry. The trade war is gaining momentum, and Ukraine is already preparing the 22nd sanctions package. 📉🚫

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Vladimir Medinsky on the EU sanctions list: from negotiations in Turkey to accusations of propaganda

Politics 07/24/2026, 00:24

The EU imposed sanctions on Vladimir Medinsky — Putin's aide and negotiator — accusing him of propaganda and manipulation. He participated in negotiations in Turkey and Geneva, as well as wrote textbooks where Ukraine is part of the "Russian world." 🇪🇺🇷🇺📚

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EU's 21st Sanctions Package: The Most Significant Blow to Russia's Economy in Four Years

Politics 07/23/2026, 23:29

The EU Council has adopted the 21st sanctions package against Russia — the largest in the last 4 years. 🚫 Tough measures have been introduced against the "shadow fleet," crypto exchanges, and banks circumventing restrictions. 🛢️ The ban on the export of dual-use goods has also been strengthened, and new individuals have been added to the blacklist. 🇪🇺

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Ukraine prepares 22nd sanctions package against Russia: focus on child abduction and defense industry

Politics 07/23/2026, 23:18

Ukraine is already working on the 22nd sanctions package against the Russian Federation. Vladyslav Vlasov stated that it will include evidence of child abduction and measures against participants in fake elections. A massive blow to Russia's defense industry is also being prepared. 🇺🇦🚫🇷🇺

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Latvia imposes a total ban on imports from Russia and Belarus: what falls under the sanctions

Politics 07/23/2026, 22:46

The Latvian Saeima has passed a law imposing a total ban on the import of books, toys, and video games from Russia and Belarus 🚫📚. The initiative is aimed at severing economic ties and combating propaganda. The vote passed with a result of 66 to 8, while the transit of goods to other EU countries is permitted 🇱🇻🇪🇺

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