Sanctions

US Navy 3 days ago

Shadow fleet under fire: Iran’s strait shutdown could squeeze Russia’s war chest, China’s oil lifeline

Iran's military strikes reportedly threaten shadow oil networks, potentially raising energy costs for Russia and China amid ongoing international sanctions.

Iran February 26

Iran rejects Trump demands despite 'significant progress' in nuclear talks

Iran United States talks in Geneva concluded Thursday with the next round set for Vienna, according to Iranian officials, as both sides work toward a nuclear deal.

Sanctions February 25

Hundreds of Russian shadow tankers trigger military alarm transiting NATO waters: report

Russia-linked oil tankers Rigel, Hyperion and Kousai tracked carrying sanctioned crude worth $55 million through British waters, according to reports.

Cuba February 24

Russian ‘dark fleet’ tanker believed to be delivering oil to Cuba, detected off US coast amid Trump ban

Russian oil tanker allegedly bound for Cuba engaged in deceptive shipping practices including signal manipulation and offshore cargo transfer, according to maritime intelligence firm Windward.

Iran February 19

Iran rebuilding nuclear program despite Trump talks, opposition figure claims

Iran is reportedly working to rebuild nuclear sites damaged during June 22 "Midnight Hammer" operation as the regime participates in Geneva talks.

MILITARY February 15

US forces board sanctioned oil tanker after vessel tried to evade Trump quarantine, Department of War says

U.S. forces interdicted and boarded the sanctioned tanker Veronica III in the Indo-Pacific after officials said it defied a Trump administration quarantine.

Cuba February 12

Russia to suspend flights to Cuba as Trump sanctions cut fuel supply

Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency said the airlines Rossiya and Nordwind were forced to adjust their flight programs due to problems securing fuel in Cuba.

VIDEO February 11

Trump economic policies 'starting to pay off,' says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the Trump administration's better-than-expected jobs report, recent Iran sanctions and more on 'America Reports.'

Cuba February 10

Trump administration pressed to close Cuba embargo loophole with oil set to run out within days

Three Cuban-American Republicans demand the Trump administration shut off remaining commercial support to Cuba as the regime warns of oil an shortage within 15 days.

Politics January 30

US escalates sanctions on Iranian officials as Trump considers military options

The United States is ratcheting up pressure on Iran with sanctions as the threat of an American attack against the regime looms large on the world stage.