Sanctions
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha called Russia's hybrid attacks a coordinated strategy against Europe. He called for strict restrictions and sanctions.
Iran may continue strikes in the Middle East for months. U.S. intelligence believes that sanctions could intensify the escalation.
Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
Following Russian strikes on Ukraine, Zelenskyy announced adjustments to the operation in the airspace of the Russian Federation. He assured that this does not threaten diplomacy.
Golden Global Bank is suspected of making million-dollar transfers benefiting Iran. The United States has frozen its assets and threatened new secondary sanctions.
Berlin links the suspected attack on Leipzig Airport to Russian special services. Germany demands tougher visa restrictions for Russians.
In August, the FAO Food Price Index rose to its highest level since November 2022. Weather and the war drove up grain and sugar prices.
Brent rose by 6. 1% over the week, while WTI gained 8.3%. In the United States, diesel reached a record price due to supply disruptions.
Systematic strikes complicated logistics, weakened air defenses, and caused disruptions to energy and fuel supplies in Crimea. The 2026 holiday season has effectively been ruined.
The Finance Minister forecasts a budget deficit of up to $32. 6 billion and a possible postponement of non-military payments. He called on the EU to use Russian assets.
The U. S. Senate approved a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, but its consideration in the House of Representatives remains uncertain. Vlasiuk said there is broad bipartisan support for increasing pressure on Moscow.
Trump's special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may visit Kyiv and Moscow in the coming days. However, there is currently no official confirmation of this.
A bill imposing 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian energy resources is stalled in the U. S. House of Representatives. Congress fears rising prices.
The United States added Raúl Castro’s grandson, a Cuban bank, and four companies to its sanctions list. Washington promises to increase pressure on Havana.
Radosław Sikorski said that up to 40% of more than 2,000 Russian diplomats in the EU may be working for intelligence services. Poland also proposes restricting Russians’ visas and movement.
PET warned about Russian plans to disrupt defense deliveries to Ukraine in Denmark. Possible methods include arson and recruiting citizens.
EU foreign ministers supported banning entry to Russian ex-combatants and tightening visa rules for tourists. The details have not yet been determined.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Washington plans to cut off Iran's external ties and strengthen sanctions against Tehran and its allies, including Russia. Bessent called on countries not to support the regime.
FIS will allow athletes from Russia and Belarus to participate under a declaration of neutrality. They may compete only individually and without national symbols.
EU and NATO leaders agreed to increase aid to Ukraine, including covering the costs of Patriot air defense systems. The allies also plan to invest €800 billion in defense.
Kaja Kallas said that a proposal for sanctions against 1,600 entities in russia’s military-industrial complex is being advanced. The new restrictions may be adopted in the autumn.
According to Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service, official Minsk is deepening ties with authoritarian regimes against the backdrop of its isolation from the West. In particular, Belarus is preparing a visa-free regime with North Korea and has also received Afghan Taliban members.
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister has arrived in Ireland for a meeting of EU ministers. He will present Kyiv’s priorities for military, energy and sanctions support.
Washington is preparing sanctions against Iran’s banking sector and IRGC assets. The United States plans to freeze accounts and real estate linked to the regime.
Berlin will close the Russian Federation's consulate in Bonn and terminate the agreement concerning the "Russian House. " Germany will tighten controls on the entry of Russian citizens.
Allies are calling on Spain and Greece to transfer PAC-2 missiles for Patriot systems to Ukraine. The issue will be discussed by EU ministers, but the countries are concerned about their own defense.
In July, Russia’s 43 largest exporters sold $2. 2 billion worth of foreign currency - several times less than previously. This weakens the ruble and fuels inflation.
On the sidelines of the G20, Scott Bessent urged Anton Siluanov to end the war. European officials refused to be photographed with the Russian delegation.
The Russian finance minister took part in the G20 talks by decision of the Trump administration. Europeans boycotted the group photo.