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🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

The Dispute Between JANAF and MOL: Plenković Claims That Neither Hungary nor Slovakia Needs Russian Oil

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković asserts that discussions are ongoing regarding the potential transport of Russian oil by MOL through Croatia, amid varying sanctions regimes from the EU and the US.

Feb 28 • 18:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukraine sanctions Russian postal services delivering to occupied territories, Zelensky says

President Zelensky has signed a decree imposing sanctions on Russian logistics companies that deliver supplies to Russian-occupied territories in Ukraine.

Feb 28 • 12:33 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy imposes sanctions on Russian postal services operating in occupied territories

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree to sanction Russian postal services operating in occupied Ukrainian territories.

Feb 28 • 08:46 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Production of 'Unofficial BMW' with Remaining Parts by Russian Company After Withdrawal

Russian companies are producing 'unofficial' BMW vehicles using leftover parts from factories that ceased operations after the withdrawal of major automotive brands following the Ukraine invasion.

Feb 28 • 02:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

US lifts sanctions on Malian officials linked to Russian Wagner Group

The US has lifted sanctions on three Malian officials previously tied to the Wagner Group as part of broader efforts to improve relations in the Sahel region.

Feb 27 • 21:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

United Kingdom sanctions Brazilian company for link to 'ghost fleet' of Russian oil

The United Kingdom has sanctioned a Brazilian company accused of connections with a 'ghost fleet' trading Russian oil, which allegedly funds the war against Ukraine.

Feb 27 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

How the Russian Army Acquired Radio Bridge Antennas Through Latvian Firms

The article investigates how the Russian military obtained radio bridge antennas through the re-export efforts of Latvian companies, highlighting implications for international sanctions and the complex supply chains involved.

Feb 27 • 12:06 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Russian ambassador revealed how many people fled the country: "They have no special value"

The Russian ambassador to Serbia disclosed that approximately 250,000 Russians have left the country since the onset of the war in Ukraine, but emphasizes that these individuals lack significant social or state value.

Feb 27 • 08:42 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Ukraine claims assured victory against Russia... but only with support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that victory against Russia is assured if allies continue their support, coinciding with the anniversary of the Russian invasion.

Feb 27 • 02:52 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

"Transparency International": Russia evades sanctions through British Overseas Territories

A Transparency International report reveals that over 90% of transactions bypassing sanctions are conducted via the British Virgin Islands and Bermuda, highlighting their role in facilitating Russian exports.

Feb 27 • 02:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

MOL issued an ultimatum to JANAF, Šušnjar responded: 'We do not agree to blackmail'

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL Group has accused JANAF of violating EU regulations by refusing to transport Russian crude oil not covered by sanctions, leading to a governmental response from Croatian Economy Minister Ante Šušnjar.

Feb 26 • 20:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New Developments in Lukoil's Foreign Operations Sale

The United States aims to delay the sale of Russian Lukoil's foreign operations to pressure Russia into peace talks regarding Ukraine.

Feb 26 • 18:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The United States Delays the Sale of Lukoil

The United States is delaying the sale of Russian oil giant Lukoil's international assets to put pressure on Russia in peace negotiations with Ukraine.

Feb 26 • 16:27 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Arcom orders the blocking of 35 media sites and access to Russian television and radio

Arcom has mandated the blocking of 35 Russian media websites and access to Russian television and radio.

Feb 26 • 16:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Reuters: The United States Delays Sale of Russian Lukoil

The United States is delaying the sale of Russian oil giant Lukoil's international assets to pressure Russia in peace negotiations with Ukraine.

Feb 26 • 15:53 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Reuters: The USA slows down the sale of Lukoil's assets due to peace talks in Ukraine

The USA is delaying the sale of international assets of the Russian oil giant Lukoil to use them as leverage in peace negotiations regarding Ukraine.

Feb 26 • 15:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Lukoil to Bulgarians: You must buy Russian oil

Lukoil's trading company Litasco announced that Bulgaria's measures against it violate the Energy Charter Treaty, following Bulgaria's suspension of Russian oil imports and handling of Lukoil's assets.

Feb 26 • 12:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

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

Russian-operated shadow tankers moving through NATO waters are raising concerns of military confrontation due to sanctions and escalating tensions.

Feb 26 • 02:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

EU not doing enough to stop Russian shadow fleet, European Parliament president says

Roberta Metsola, president of the European Parliament, criticized the EU for not adequately combating Russia's shadow fleet transporting sanctioned oil.

Feb 25 • 22:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Družba traps: Will Europe allow Orbán to blackmail himself with the Russian oil pipeline?

The article discusses Hungary's blockade of an EU sanctions package against Russia, linking it to the resumption of Russian oil supplies via the 'Družba' pipeline, raising concerns about political manipulation within the EU.

Feb 25 • 22:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Switzerland bans purchase, import of Russian gas

Switzerland announced a complete ban on the purchase and import of Russian liquefied natural gas starting April 25, 2024, as part of its alignment with EU sanctions against Russia.

Feb 25 • 20:22 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"There is talk of an enormous volume of oil": the zombie black gold of the Russian phantom fleet disrupts the market

The report discusses how international sanctions have left a significant volume of Russian oil trapped in tankers without buyers, creating a disruption in the oil market.

Feb 25 • 18:40 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

UK announces new measures to curb evasion of anti-Russian oil sanctions

The UK government has announced new legislative measures to prevent the evasion of sanctions on Russian oil, as concerns grow over the continued passage of sanctioned vessels.

Feb 25 • 18:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Billion-dollar import of Russian fish - via China

A new EU Parliament report reveals that despite sanctions, EU countries are importing billions worth of Russian fish, primarily through China.

Feb 25 • 15:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Russia's Economy: It's Good, but It Will Get Worse

The article discusses how the Russian government conceals economic issues and the implications of ongoing sanctions, as well as provides insight into veteran support amidst claims of declining inflation rates.

Feb 25 • 13:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Kremlin paints growth, society feels recession. Russia in a trap of sanctions

The article discusses the discrepancy between the Kremlin's reported economic growth and the actual recession experienced by Russian citizens due to ongoing sanctions.

Feb 25 • 13:10 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

150 yachts and a plane for Kadyrov: how Russia deceived everyone about 8 billion dollars

A recent analysis reveals that Russian companies exploited secret territories in the British islands to conduct major trade, including transactions linked to Kremlin-supported projects and Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.

Feb 25 • 12:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: "Is this allowed?" A bus with Russian license plates spotted in Lasnamäe raises questions

A resident of Lasnamäe questioned the legality of a bus with Russian license plates operating in Estonia amidst existing sanctions.

Feb 25 • 12:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Declining energy revenues and reliance on debt weigh on the Russian economy

The Russian economy is struggling under the weight of declining energy revenues and increasing debt amid ongoing sanctions from the West due to the Ukraine conflict.

Feb 25 • 05:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Crime & Justice

Life sentence for $30. A pair of Ukrainians registered Starlink for Russians

Two Ukrainians received life sentences for facilitating access to Starlink satellite internet for Russian users.

Feb 25 • 04:44 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Britain announces the largest package of sanctions on Russia since the start of the Ukraine war

The UK government has imposed its largest sanctions package on Russia in four years, targeting oil sectors and military supply networks on the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 25 • 03:34 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

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

A Russian tanker suspected of delivering oil to Cuba has been detected off the U.S. coast, utilizing deceptive tactics amid U.S. sanctions on Cuban oil imports.

Feb 25 • 00:26 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Passenger Aircraft Run Out in Russia; Putin's Promises – Unrealistic

Russian civil aviation is facing a severe shortage of passenger aircraft due to Western sanctions that halted the supply of new planes and spare parts.

Feb 24 • 22:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Hungary and Slovakia Wake Up with a Hand in the Pot and Block Sanctions. Pretext: Turned-off Russian Tap

Hungary and Slovakia have blocked the 20th sanction package against Russia, citing interruptions in oil supplies from Russia through Ukraine as a reason for their opposition to an EU loan for Ukraine.

Feb 24 • 18:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

EU plans permanent ban on Russian oil after Hungarian election

The European Commission intends to propose a permanent ban on Russian oil imports shortly after Hungary's parliamentary elections to avoid influencing the electoral campaign.

Feb 24 • 18:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Ukrainian bureaucrat working to nullify the Russian war machine

Ukrainian bureaucrat Vladyslav Vlasiuk is leading efforts to block the Russian war machine by advocating for stronger sanctions against Russian oil companies and addressing the flow of Western-made electronic components into Russian weapons.

Feb 24 • 14:59 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy approves sanctions against cultural colonisation of Ukraine by Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has implemented sanctions targeting Russian individuals and organizations involved in the distortion of Ukrainian history and cultural theft.

Feb 24 • 14:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Commission: Towards a permanent ban on the import of Russian oil – How it will avoid a blockage from Hungary – Slovakia

The European Commission plans to propose a permanent ban on Russian oil imports on April 15, three days after the Hungarian elections, aiming to avoid influencing the electoral process.

Feb 24 • 14:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

EU to submit proposal for a permanent ban on Russian oil in April, document shows

The European Commission plans to submit a proposal for a permanent ban on imports of Russian oil on April 15, as revealed by a document seen by Reuters.

Feb 24 • 13:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Britain imposes sanctions on two Georgian TV channels for 'Russian disinformation'

Britain has imposed sanctions on two Georgian pro-government television channels, accusing them of deliberately spreading misinformation regarding Russia's war in Ukraine.

Feb 24 • 13:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

War in Ukraine: Europe promises aid but cannot deliver

European leaders express solidarity with Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion while failing to provide new financial support or sanctions due to internal disagreements.

Feb 24 • 12:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
World

Some of Putin's most potent weapons are hiding in plain sight - in the English Channel

Sky News reports on the presence of Russian oil tankers in the English Channel that defy Western sanctions, suggesting a potential militarised confrontation at sea.

Feb 24 • 12:56 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

United Kingdom Targets Transneft in ‘Biggest Sanctions Package’ Since 2022 Invasion

The UK has launched its largest sanctions package against Russia since the 2022 invasion, focusing on oil operator Transneft and various companies involved in trading Russian crude.

Feb 24 • 12:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

British sanctions on Russian Transneft - Targeting the 2Rivers network

The UK has imposed sanctions on the Russian oil pipeline giant Transneft and around 300 other Russian targets on the anniversary of the Moscow invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 24 • 09:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

War in Ukraine: EU Leaders on the Fourth Anniversary of the Full-scale Invasion in Kyiv

EU leaders visit Ukraine to show solidarity on the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion amidst ongoing tensions regarding new sanctions against Russia.

Feb 24 • 07:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

EU Leaders Arrive Empty-Handed in Kiev on Anniversary

EU leaders visiting Kiev on the anniversary of the Russian invasion are struggling to deliver promised support due to dissenting member states.

Feb 24 • 05:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Ukraine: EU fails with Ukraine package on the fourth anniversary of the war

The EU has not succeeded in finalizing new sanctions against Moscow or financial aid for Ukraine ahead of the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion.

Feb 24 • 01:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

K. Kallas: There is always Plan B to provide money to Ukraine

EU foreign affairs representative Kaja Kallas discussed the possibility of tapping into frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine amid Hungary's veto of sanctions against Russia.

Feb 23 • 21:37 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The EU Council agrees on new sanctions against Russia

The EU Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels has reached an agreement on sanctions against eight Russian judicial and prison officials involved in repression against civil society in Russia.

Feb 23 • 21:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Hungary's veto "freezes" the EU's new sanctions against Russia

Hungary's veto has impeded the EU from adopting new sanctions against Russia on the eve of the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 23 • 16:09 UTC

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