EFFECTIVENESS OF RUSSIA SANCTIONS
Debate over whether Western sanctions on Russia are working and their economic impact.
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US lifts Russia-linked sanctions on four Indian entities
RTJul 1, 2026, 03:20 PM
The United States has lifted sanctions on four Indian entities that had been targeted two years ago over alleged links to Russia. The move signals a possible easing of Washington's sanctions posture toward Indian firms tied to Russian trade.
India's oil imports from Russia soar despite end of US waiver
RTIndia’s oil imports from Russia soar despite end of US waiver
Jun 30, 2026, 04:40 PM
India's imports of Russian oil surged in June despite the end of a US sanctions waiver that had allowed such purchases. The trend underscores continued economic ties between New Delhi and Moscow despite Western pressure.
EU proposes entry ban for Russian Ukraine combatants in new sanctions package
DEUTSCHE WELLEJun 9, 2026, 05:14 PM
The EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia proposes denying entry to anyone who has served in Russia's armed forces during the invasion of Ukraine. It would also target Moscow's so-called shadow fleet, banks and cryptocurrency.
Europe targets the crypto ecosystem helping Russia evade sanctions and fund its war in Ukraine
EL PAÍSEuropa pone en la diana al ecosistema cripto que ayuda a Rusia a esquivar sanciones y alimenta su guerra en Ucrania
Jun 9, 2026, 12:39 PM
The European Union is targeting the crypto ecosystem that helps Russia dodge sanctions and finance its war in Ukraine. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen unveiled measures against Russian finance and announced new visa restrictions for entering the EU.
Russia must ‘ignore’ Western sanctions – central bank deputy chief
RTJun 5, 2026, 01:07 PM
Russia must 'ignore' Western sanctions, central bank deputy chief Vladimir Chistyukhin said.
Sanctions on Russia don’t work – US business lobby chief
RTJun 5, 2026, 12:27 PM
Sanctions on Russia have failed to achieve their goals and more will not help end the Ukraine conflict, US business lobby chief Robert Agee said.
Russia declares financial sovereignty
RTJun 4, 2026, 01:28 PM
Despite adverse external conditions, Russia has maintained its financial and economic independence, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said.