EU prepares capital controls, tariffs on Russia in case Hungary blocks sanctions, FT reports
The sanctions will expire at the end of July unless all 27 EU member states agree to extend them.
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EU to unveil new sanctions against Russia on May 14, source says
The EU plans to unveil on May 14 its next package of sanctions imposed against Russia over its aggression against Ukraine, an EU official told the Kyiv Independent on condition of anonymity.
UK to unveil additional sanctions on Russia on May 12 amid European ministers' meeting
The sanctions appear to be in response to Russia's rejection of a 30-day ceasefire that the U.K., alongside Ukraine, France, Germany, and Poland, demanded during a visit to Kyiv on May 10.
CNN: Russia to 'think about' ceasefire, 'resistant' to pressure, Peskov says
Speaking to CNN on May 10, Peskov commented on the latest ceasefire proposal from Ukraine and Europe, responding that Russia needs to "think about" it, but is "resistant" to pressure.
Ukraine, European allies demand Russia agree to 30-day ceasefire starting May 12
"We agreed that a full and unconditional ceasefire must begin on Monday, May 12, for at least 30 days. We jointly demand this from Russia, and we know we are supported in this by the United States," Zelensky said.
Zelensky imposes sanctions on Russian nationals, companies from Russia, China, Iran, Uzbekistan
The sanctions list includes 58 individuals and 74 companies, with 67 Russian enterprises related to military technology.
EU eyes new sanctions over Russian hybrid threats, chemical weapons use in Ukraine, Reuters reports
EU ambassadors began talks this week on a 17th sanctions package that targets Russia’s military-industrial complex, Moscow’s shadow shipping fleet, and related support networks.
European Commission prepares 17th sanctions package against Russia, Reuters reports
The European Commission is preparing its 17th sanctions package against Russia, adding more individuals and over 100 vessels associated with Russia's shadow fleet to the sanctions list.
Poland's Duda calls on Trump to pressure Russia with 'economic instruments'
Polish President Andrzej Duda said the United States has tools that can effectively influence the Kremlin, arguing that only President Donald Trump has real leverage over Russian President Vladimir Putin.
US sanctions depend on whether Russia is 'behaving' on peace deal, Trump says
"I do believe we’re closer with one party, and maybe not as close with the other. But we’ll have to see. I’d like to not say which one we’re closer to," Trump said, adding that he was pleased with the outcome of the minerals deal signed with Ukraine.
US prepares sanctions against Russia, unclear if Trump will approve, Reuters reports
The sanctions will target Russia's energy sector, including state-owned energy giant Gazprom. Major entities in the natural resources and banking sectors will also be targeted.
French minister calls Putin 'sole obstacle' to peace as EU prepares 17th sanctions round, AFP reports
"Vladimir Putin's Russia has made no effort, has sent no sign that it is ready for the ceasefire or the peace that President Donald Trump aspires to, and that the Europeans and, of course, the Ukrainians aspire to," French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said.
Republican Graham claims 72 senators back 'bone-crushing' sanctions on Russia
The bill would impose new penalties on Russia and slap 500% tariffs on imports from countries that buy Russian oil, petroleum products, natural gas, or uranium.
Yermak warns against easing Russian aviation sanctions, says line between civilian and military use is 'blurred'
The article follows Russia's formal request that the U.S. lift sanctions on its state airline Aeroflot.
Ukraine's allies will 'increase pressure on Russia' in coming days, Macron says
"In the next eight to ten days, we will increase pressure on Russia. I remain cautious (of a ceasefire) because part of the equation depends on Moscow," French President Emmanuel Macron said.
Sanctioned Russians hold 'golden' Maltese passports, FT reports
Russian businessman Albert Avdolyan is one of at least seven individuals who bought Maltese passports before later being sanctioned by the United States, the EU, or Ukraine for links to Russia’s invasion.
US warns 'serious consequences' over Russian naval base plans in Sudan
The statement marks a sharp departure from the typically measured tone of recent U.S.-Russia exchanges and signals Washington's concern over Moscow's expanding military footprint in Africa.
Rubio, Witkoff reportedly clash over easing Russia sanctions; Trump admin denies
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, who is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow for their fourth meeting on April 25, has reportedly promoted the idea. It has "not found much traction in the White House," and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has opposed it, Politico reported.
Ukraine's intelligence identifies captain of Russian ‘shadow fleet’ oil tanker
Ukrainian intelligence has identified the captain of the oil embargo-breaking tanker FACCA, a part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers.
Finland investigating attempt to smuggle sensitive nuclear documents to Russia
"The preliminary investigation has focused on a significant number of archive documents that were attempted to be taken to Russia," the Finnish Customs Economic Crime Investigation Unit said in a statement.
Trump extends US sanctions on Russian ships for another year
"I am continuing for one year the national emergency with respect to the Russian Federation and the emergency authority relating to the regulation of the anchorage and movement of Russian-affiliated vessels to United States ports," a U.S. Federal Register document says.
EU readies 'plan B' for bypassing Hungary's Russia sanctions veto, RFE/RL reports
The EU sanctions consist of two documents adopted one after another: a decision and a regulation. While a regulation must by extended by all 27 members every six months, a decision remains in force until a qualified majority repeals it, RFE/RL reported.
EU foreign ministers to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, new sanctions against Russia, media reports
European Union foreign ministers will meet in Luxembourg on April 14 to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine, including a possible monitoring mission under the "coalition of the willing," a senior EU official told European Pravda on condition of anonymity.
Russia asks US to lift sanctions on its largest airline
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov linked the potential resumption of direct air service between the U.S. and Russia to Washington's decision on Aeroflot.
Trump may impose new Russia sanctions if ceasefire not reached by end of April, Axios reports
The warning follows Ukraine's agreement to a full 30-day ceasefire on March 11 during U.S.-mediated talks in Saudi Arabia.
Ukraine war latest: US ambassador to Ukraine to resign
Key developments on April 10: * US ambassador to Ukraine to resign, State Department tells Kyiv Independent * 'Before I got there, I had never held a weapon' — Ukraine shows interrogation of Chinese POWs * Ukraine won't accept any limits on its army in talks with Russia, official says * Russia frees woman jailed
Russia's year-on-year oil, gas revenue drops by 17% in March
Russia's Finance Ministry said the government lost roughly 230 billion rubles ($2.7 billion) in tax income compared to March 2024, with oil and gas revenues accounting for one-third of the total state income.
Ukraine war latest: US sanctions Russian firms but lifts sanctions on Putin ally's wife
Key developments on April 2: * US sanctions Russian firms but lifts sanctions on Putin ally's wife * US sanctions network supplying Houthis with stolen Ukrainian grain, Russian arms * Trump admin officials say ceasefire unlikely in coming months, Reuters reports * Russian negotiator to meet Trump envoy in US on April 2, media
US sanctions Russian firms but lifts sanctions on Putin ally's wife
The Treasury Department did not provide a reason for Karina Rotenberg's removal from the sanctions list.
Bipartisan group of US senators propose 'hard-hitting' sanctions against Russia
"The dominating view in the United States Senate is that Russia is the aggressor, and that this horrific war and Putin’s aggression must end now and be deterred in the future," the press release on April 1 said.
What Russia really wants from the Black Sea ceasefire deal
With much fanfare, the U.S. on March 25 announced it had brokered an agreement between Russia and Ukraine to "eliminate the use of force" in the Black Sea after two days of talks in Saudi Arabia. But while Kyiv said it was ready to abide by it straight away,
Trump says he's 'pissed off' and 'very angry' at Putin in phone interview with NBC News
U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly "pissed off" and "very angry" regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin's fixation over President Volodymyr Zelensky, NBC News reported on March 30.
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