Norway’s wealth fund can sell off its Russian stocks
Norway's finance ministry granted its $1.8 trillion wealth fund permission to sell Russian stocks if transactions comply with international sanctions.
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Senior Biden aide promises massive military aid package to Ukraine before Trump transition
The aid will include artillery, rockets, vehicles, and troops training, coupled with more sanctions on Russia.
US imposes sanctions on Russian officials involved in deportation of Ukrainian children
"As it fights to defend its very existence as a sovereign, independent state, Ukraine is grappling with the extraordinary challenge of locating these children, negotiating their release, bringing them home, and providing the critical support they need," the Department of State's statement reads.
Experts urge Trump to ramp up pressure on Putin before any peace talks
FP analysts urge the US President-elect to weaken Russia's position by ramping up military aid to Ukraine, targeting Russian economics, and reinforcing NATO.
Diamond giants Botswana and Angola agree to push Russia out of market
The world's top 2nd and 4th diamond producers are stepping up to help the G7 and EU prevent Russian stones from entering global markets.
EU proposes sanctions on Chinese firms aiding Russia’s drone production
EU's proposed 15th sanctions package targets over 50 individuals and 30 entities, focusing on Chinese firms allegedly aiding Russian military technology development in its Ukraine war.
UK sanctions Russian officials over systematic illegal deportation of Ukrainian children
Sanctions announced on the 1,000th day of Russia's invasion highlight the UK's commitment to confronting its "barbaric" attack on Ukraine's sovereignty and children's cultural heritage.
Reuters: Swiss bank UBS faces US sanctions inquiry over Russian clients
US sanctions agency OFAC is investigating Russian accounts UBS inherited from Credit Suisse, with UBS isolating suspect funds to avoid penalties.
Reuters: Helsinki to seize control of city’s largest events venue from sanctioned Russians
Finland's capital will initiate the forced takeover of the Helsinki Arena from Russian oligarchs Timchenko and Rotenberg, sanctioned due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Report: Russia hiding oil sales from OPEC to fund war in Ukraine
Ukrainian researchers allege Russia’s systematic deception of OPEC, with hidden oil sales exceeding quotas, reportedly generating $60 billion annually.
UK sanctions Russian disinfo agencies for efforts to undermine Ukraine and Western support
UK imposed sanctions on three Russian agencies and their leaders for running disinformation campaigns and fake news networks targeting Ukraine.
Politico: Ukraine criticizes global body’s failure to blacklist Russia for financial crimes
Ukraine blasts FATF's decision to keep Russia off its "blacklist" of countries with the worst financial crime issues, arguing that Russia poses a threat to global security and finance.
Reuters: EU plans stricter Russian sanctions enforcement amid Trump comeback concerns
European officials are developing mechanisms to ensure long-term Russian sanctions effectiveness, preparing for possible US policy shifts under a potential Trump presidency.
French retail giant Auchan negotiates final terms for Russia departure
French hypermarket chain Auchan has found local buyers for its Russian operations and entered final negotiations for market exit, per French media.
Zelenskyy compares Russian economy to sinking Titanic
He criticizes delayed European sanctions implementation, costing Ukraine valuable time.
Politico: EU eyes new Russia sanctions push as Hungary’s presidency nears end
EU sanctions against Russia stalled under Hungary's leadership, Poland aims to revive discussions when it assumes the EU presidency in January.
Media: Investigation uncovers Russia’s potential sanctions evasion through transit manipulation
The scheme redirects goods meant for Central Asia and the Caucasus to Russia by manipulating shipping documents.
UK sanctions Russia’s shadow fleet of tankers
The UK government has imposed sanctions on 22 Russian vessels, including oil tankers and LNG carriers, as part of its efforts to hinder Putin's war machine.
Hungary in talks with Gazprom for additional gas supplies in 2025
Hungarian FM Szijjártó revealed the ongoing talks with Gazprom and threatened to veto EU sanctions if its Russian oil exemption is revoked.
Czechia spends five times more on Russian energy than Ukraine aid, report reveals
The country's reliance on Russian oil increased to 60% in 2023 before dropping slightly in 2024.