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Trump administration preparing sweeping sanctions against ICC
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing broad sanctions against the ICC that could block most transactions and restrict access to US dollars.
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Treasury cracks down on Iranian crypto network
US Treasury sanctions BitBank and associates of Babak Zanjani, accusing the network of moving hundreds of millions in Bitcoin to Iran’s IRGC.
US sanctions Russian banking giant over ties to Iran
US Treasury sanctions Russia’s VTB Bank for helping Iran evade sanctions and move frozen assets, warning foreign institutions to sever ties with the bank.
US blocks Iran nuclear chief from IAEA meeting in Vienna
US blocks an exemption allowing Iran's nuclear chief to attend an IAEA meeting, citing UN sanctions and Tehran's lack of nuclear cooperation.
Leiter slams UK:
London looks like Baghdad
Ambassador Yechiel Leiter rejects claims that Jews are occupiers in Judea and Samaria, stressing the region’s historic, religious and strategic importance.
'Unacceptable'
EU’s Kallas compares Judea and Samaria to Crimea, Sa'ar responds
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar rejects EU foreign policy Kaja Kallas’ comparison of Judea and Samaria to Crimea, calling her support for an EU trade ban “completely unacceptable."
Expanded economic campaign
US sanctions Hezbollah, Iran proxy networks
The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah and Iranian proxy networks as Washington expands its campaign to cut Tehran off from financial support.
Former PM accuses Israel of ‘ethnic cleansing’
Ehud Olmert backed sanctions imposed by 12 countries on Judea and Samaria and claimed, 'ethnic cleansing is taking place in the territories.'
Despite being past 67' lines: UK says Jews can visit Western Wall
British government says Israelis at the Western Wall and Jewish Quarter are not unlawfully present, clarifying its stance after adopting the ICJ position.
Muslim countries back UK sanctions on Judea and Samaria
Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Abraham Accords member UAE, welcome UK sanctions on Israeli communities, urging other nations to take similar measures.
Trump to consult Israel, allies over Judea and Samaria sanctions
Trump says he will speak with Israel, Britain, France and Canada to understand sanctions targeting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
UK:
Foreign Secretary clashes with Chief Rabbi over Israel sanctions
UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband rejects Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis’ warning that sanctions on Judea and Samaria could fuel antisemitism in Britain.
‘Economic discrimination’:
Jewish leaders blast sanctions on Israelis
Jewish leaders warn the measures targeting Israeli businesses in Judea and Samaria will isolate Israel, undermine cooperation and hinder peace efforts.
Tzvika Mor
“The British are worse than the Nukhba terrorists"
The father of captivity survivor Eitan Mor and Religious Zionism Knesset candidate sharply attacks British sanctions on Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
New town founded in response to sanctions
As Britain backs boycotts targeting Israeli communities, the first buildings of Metzukei Eretz are being installed in eastern Binyamin ahead of the first families’ arrival.
Israel readies retaliatory sanctions against Europe
Israel is preparing reciprocal measures against countries that joined the recent wave of sanctions against Israelis.
'Many friends in the UK'
UK Opposition opposes sanctions on Jews in Judea and Samaria
Minister Sa’ar speaks with UK Opposition Leader Kemi Badenoch and Shadow Foreign Secretary Tom Tugendhat, thanks them for opposing British government’s latest measures
Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis
'A dark day for British Jews'
Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis condemns British government sanctions targeting Jews in Judea and Samaria, warning they will bolster extremism and fuel an increasingly hostile discourse against Israel.
Gideon Sa'ar:
Israel's response to UK - closing British Consulate in Jerusalem
Foreign Minister Sa’ar announces closure of British Consulate in Jerusalem and other countermeasures against UK sanctions.
UK declares Israeli ‘occupation’ unlawful, bans settlement goods
Britain's Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband makes statement in Parliament announcing trade ban on goods made in Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria.
‘Sanctions are not a solution’:
Herzog urges Britain to back down
President Herzog warns expected British sanctions on Judea and Samaria would interfere in Israel’s elections, harm Palestinian livelihoods and prove a ‘grave miscalculation.’
Report:
UK tells US Judea and Samaria sanctions are mostly symbolic
British diplomats reportedly tell Washington planned Judea and Samaria sanctions are largely symbolic, as US officials warn of discrimination and possible repercussions.
Florida congressman warns:
'British companies could face boycott over Israel sanctions'
Florida Congressman Randy Fine warns Britain that companies complying with Israel sanctions could be barred from doing business with Florida governments.
Over expected sanctions
Smotrich calls for expulsion of British ambassador
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich calls for the British ambassador to be expelled ahead of expected sanctions on Judea and Samaria: The British Mandate is over.
Report:
UK eyes Tuesday rollout of Judea and Samaria economic crackdown
Britain reportedly prepares trade restrictions and sanctions targeting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria; Israel warns any measures will trigger a response.
US lawmakers pledge
“Sanctions against countries that boycott Judea and Samaria"
A delegation of 20 American lawmakers toured Samaria and announced that they would work to advance countermeasures against entities that boycott residents because of where they live.
US sanctions Turkish bank over Iran, IRGC financial network
US Treasury sanctions a Turkish bank and two subsidiaries, accusing them of helping Iran and the IRGC-QF move tens of millions of dollars.
Bessent:
'Trump administration preparing new bank sanctions over Iran'
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration plans new bank sanctions as Washington intensifies efforts to isolate Iran economically.
UK Chief Rabbi warns:
'Sanctions over E1 could harm British Jews'
Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis warns planned UK sanctions over Israeli construction in E1 could harm British Jews, trade ties and prospects for Middle East peace.
Iran's President admits US sanctions are hurting the economy
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian admits US sanctions are hurting Iran's economy, days after insisting the measures would achieve nothing.
US targets Egyptian bank in new round of Iran sanctions
The US targets Banque Misr’s UAE branches over Iran-linked transactions as Washington expands sanctions aimed at cutting Tehran off from global finance.
Report:
Trump could hit UK with tariffs over Judea and Samaria sanctions
Labour MPs warn that planned UK sanctions and trade restrictions targeting Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria could provoke retaliation from Trump.
Watch:
Al-Sharaa marks terror list removal with first Visa payment
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa makes the first electronic payment in Syria using a Visa card at a store in Damascus, following the lifting of US sanctions on Syria.
US designates Palestine Action a 'transnational terror group'
The US Treasury designates UK-based Palestine Action a terrorist group, freezing its assets and barring US citizens and companies from doing business with it.
Who is in the crosshairs for the US sanctions on Iran?
Washington is moving to isolate Iran from the global economy, threatening sanctions against entities that continue trading with Tehran.
'Another defeat'
Iran vows to withstand new US sanctions
Iran's economy minister says Tehran has a two-year plan to counter new US sanctions after Washington announces a sweeping economic campaign.
Hegseth clarifies:
'US not ruling out military strikes against Iran'
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says Washington is not ruling out military strikes against Iran despite its new campaign of economic pressure.
'A steep price'
Netanyahu welcomes new US sanctions on Iran
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomes new US sanctions against Iran, praising Trump and Bessent for imposing a steep price on the regime.
Bessent warns: 'Endgame' with Iran is near
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Iran confrontation is entering its “endgame" as Washington prepares an unprecedented economic offensive.
Ties to Quds Force
US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah
The US imposes new sanctions on Hezbollah over its ties to Iran's Quds Force and sanctions 10 people accused of helping move cash for the Lebanese terror group.
Jewish Terrorism?
Amb. Huckabee explains what he condemns - and what he supports
US Ambassador Mike Huckabee lays out the true effects of violent extremism in Judea and Samaria in an exclusive interview with Arutz Sheva.
Trump declares 'economic D-Day' against Iran
President Trump announces an unprecedented economic campaign against Iran, threatening severe consequences for countries and businesses that aid Tehran.
Netanyahu praises
US sanctions ICC president and senior lawyer
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions against ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior lawyer Abdoulaye Seye. Netanyahu: The ICC has become a kangaroo court.
Rights groups sue Trump administration over ICC sanctions
Human Rights Watch and several others file federal lawsuit challenging Trump administration sanctions on the ICC, alleging the measures violate constitutional rights.
Iran rejects US sanctions
'Harm chances for Middle East diplomacy'
Iran rejects new US sanctions targeting its shadow banking network, warning Washington's pressure campaign undermines potential diplomatic solutions.
Report
$4B crypto scheme helped Iran evade sanctions
A Reuters investigation alleges a Dubai-based crypto exchange processed billions of dollars for an Iranian sanctions evasion network tied to gambling and the IRGC.
US sanctions global entities aiding Iran’s IRGC
US sanctions six people and firms across four countries for assisting Iran's IRGC and its transport network, Mahan Air, in moving military equipment.
Activist sanctioned by Biden completes IDF officers' training
Shlomo Sarid, one of the founders of the Tzav 9 movement, graduates officers' training after being suspended from reserve duty and being sanctioned by the Biden administration.
German Chancellor rejects broad EU sanctions against Israel
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz rejects general sanctions on Israel, citing historical responsibility towards the Jewish state.
US sanctions Muslim Brotherhood official, Hamas-linked entities
US Treasury sanctions a UK-based Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood leader and six entities and individuals for channeling funds to Hamas.
US sanctions network accused of procuring weapons for Iran's IRGC
US Treasury sanctions seven individuals and entities in alleged scheme using aviation, transport, financial, and travel channels to support IRGC weapons procurement.
EU to debate import restrictions targeting Judea and Samaria
European Union foreign ministers are scheduled to evaluate a potential ban on incoming goods originating from Israeli communities in Judea and Samaria.
Expected next UK PM threatens tougher action against Israel
Expected UK leadership contender Andy Burnham apologizes for Labour's early Gaza stance and pledges tougher measures against Israel if elected.
US reinstates sanctions on Iranian oil
US revokes the general license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
'Unlawful'
ICC judges sue Trump administration to overturn US sanctions
Three ICC judges file a lawsuit against the Trump administration, calling retaliatory US sanctions an unlawful "financial death penalty."
Bypassing Sanctions:
The secret route between Doha and Tehran
An intelligence report by a foreign intelligence organization has revealed extensive details on the assistance Qatar gives the Iranian regime in order to overcome international restrictions.
US pledges: No sanctions will be imposed against settlers
The Regavim movement filed a petition against sanctions imposed on it by the Biden administration.
US sanctions Hezbollah finance network spanning four nations
The US sanctions Lebanese political figures Sleiman Frangieh and Mahmud Qamati for hindering peace efforts and fueling a Hezbollah financing network.
US appeals court reinstates sanctions on UN envoy Albanese
US appeals court allows the Trump administration to reinstate sanctions against controversial UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese while her family’s lawsuit proceeds.
Diaspora Minister lodges formal protest against sanctions
The Minister for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism wrote to the British foreign secretary following the decision to impose sanctions on Israeli individuals and organizations.
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