Sanctions
The memorandum provides for the unblocking of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of sanctions on oil sales. The parties have also agreed on a 60-day ceasefire.
India purchased Russian oil at the request of the United States to stabilize global prices. This was stated by the country's Minister of External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.
The US Senate Committee has agreed on $750 million in aid for Ukraine. The bill also provides for the provision of intelligence data for the recovery of territories.
YouTube is removing videos about the Alabuga plant, where Shahed drones are assembled. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on other platforms to also block advertisements for sanctioned facilities.
Iran has not signed any documents or memoranda with the US. This directly contradicts Donald Trump's statements regarding the plan's approval by all parties.
FIDE has suspended the membership of the Chess Federation of Russia for three years due to violations. The Minister of Youth and Sports of Ukraine stated that this case should serve as a signal for other international federations as well.
Russia's reserves have fallen to 1. 8% of GDP, and energy revenues have decreased by 45%. The economy has reached its limit due to labor shortages and dependence on China.
The EU Court has ruled the concealment of COVID vaccine contract details illegal. The Commission failed to justify the secrecy regarding the names of negotiators and payment terms.
Merz proposed associate EU membership for Ukraine and reaffirmed support. He condemned the trips of AfD deputies to Moscow for champagne receptions.
The CCD has exposed Russia's use of cinema to justify aggression and legitimize the occupation. Propaganda is funded through the IRI and the RT Documentary network.
FIDE has suspended the membership of the Chess Federation of Russia for non-compliance with the CAS decision. Individual players will be able to compete in international tournaments under FIDE regulations.
Sowing rates in the Russian Federation have fallen to their lowest since 2018 due to expensive fuel. The share of loss-making agricultural enterprises in the country has risen to 31.4%.
China has canceled talks with the EU due to trade tensions and rising exports. Brussels is preparing restrictions against Chinese goods and companies.
Former Deputy Commander of the Navy Serhiy Yeliseyev has been sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison. He betrayed his oath in 2014 and entered service in the Russian fleet.
The US has imposed sanctions against 11 entities from China, Hong Kong, and Belarus. The restrictions concern the procurement of weapons for Iran and the operation of secret banking networks.
The European Commission proposes to include Patriarch Kirill and Arkady Dvorkovich in the new sanctions package. They face entry bans and asset freezes.
Social media sellers will be required to register as individual entrepreneurs (FOP) under the threat of heavy fines. Buying alcohol online will now require mandatory identification.
Defense forces struck substations and infrastructure of the Mariupol port, cutting off its power. The shadow fleet vessel Lady Augusta was also hit.
Defense Forces struck a navigation plant with Flamingo missiles and the Kuibyshev oil refinery. Fires at three oil depots and damage to a Russian tanker have been confirmed.
EU ambassadors have approved sanctions against 34 individuals and 47 Russian entities. The extension of the ban on any investment in Crimea for one year was also approved.
Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingos hit a military plant in Cheboksary. The Kuibyshev Refinery and two facilities in Russia's Vladimir region were also struck.
Vanguard Energy plans to deliver 250,000 barrels of fuel to Cuba for the private sector. This would be the largest shipment from the US since 1960.
The IRClass register has canceled the certification of vessels with a total deadweight of 13 million tons. This will complicate the operation of the tankers and their access to international ports.
The US is calling on Europe to restrict entry from Africa due to an Ebola outbreak. Otherwise, Washington will tighten travel rules for Europeans traveling to America.
Diplomats confirmed the inclusion of the head of the ROC in the 21st EU sanctions package. Hungary is ready to lift its veto on restrictions against Kirill.
The leaders signed a declaration on defense cooperation and the development of air defense systems. They discussed sanctions against the Russian shadow fleet and Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Zelenskyy and the new Prime Minister of Latvia signed an agreement on the joint production of drones. The document also provides for the development of air defense systems and the exchange of technologies.
The EU has presented the 21st sanctions package, covering energy, finance, and fisheries. An entry ban has been introduced for all Russian military personnel.
The European Commission plans to ban entry to the EU for all Russian military personnel in a new sanctions package. Ukrainian court verdicts will serve as the evidentiary basis for these restrictions.
The Ministry of Defense examined downed Kalibr missiles. They discovered a cluster warhead and 90% foreign electronics instead of Russian components.