Economic sanctions18 Dec 2025Venezuela denounces Trump's order for ship blockade as 'warmongering threats'It comes a week after the US seized an oil tanker off the country's coast, intensifying pressure on Nicolás Maduro.18 Dec 202512 Dec 2025Venezuela says Trump wants its oil. But is that the case?The South American nation's output has plummeted and restoring its former glory would be a heavy lift.12 Dec 202517 Sep 2025EU proposes curbs on trade with Israel over Gaza warDespite the forceful language, the measures appear unlikely to pass and have been condemned by Israel.17 Sep 202527 May 2025Hundreds of lawyers call for UK sanctions on Israel over Gaza warTheir letter warns of genocide in Gaza, and calls on the UK to take concrete actions to meet its international legal obligations.27 May 20258 Jan 2025Far-right group Blood and Honour has assets frozen by governmentThe sanctions affect neo-Nazi organisation Blood and Honour, linked to the skinhead music scene.8 Jan 202517 May 2024How is China helping out sanctioned Russia?Vladimir Putin visits Beijing this week, as it faces accusations of supporting Moscow's war in Ukraine.17 May 20246 Mar 2024Venezuela announces presidential election datePresident Nicolás Maduro is expected to run again in the poll set for 28 July, but his main rival is banned.6 Mar 202423 Feb 2024What are the sanctions on Russia and are they working?Over the past two years, Western nations have imposed sanctions on Russia for invading Ukraine.23 Feb 202430 Jan 2024US threatens to reimpose oil sanctions on VenezuelaThe move comes after Venezuela's Supreme Court upheld a ban on the main opposition candidate.30 Jan 2024...
