sanctions

Will Trump extend Iran sanctions relief?

Officials say Trump is expected to extend relief from economic sanctions to Iran as part of 2015 nuclear deal.

Trump to decide on Iran sanctions by Friday

Trump administration expected to make decision on whether to continue to waive sanctions on Iran as agreed upon under 2015 nuclear deal.

U.S. sanctions North Korean officials

Treasury announces sanctions on two North Korean officials behind their country’s ballistic missile program.

Security Council slaps new sanctions on North Korea

UN Security Council restricts oil supplies vital for North Korea's missile and nuclear programs.

American Treasury unveils new sanctions on North Korea

New economic sanctions on North Korean shipping and Chinese traders come after Trump declares North Korea a state sponsor of terrorism.

North Korea bans drinking, singing

North Korea steps up repression of own citizens as US declares rogue regime a state sponsor of terror.

Trump: China upping sanctions on North Korea

President Trump says Chinese President told him he plans to institute more sanctions against North Korea.

Jewish leaders welcome sanctions on Iran, Hezbollah

Conference of Presidents leaders praise House of Representatives for approving new sanctions on Hezbollah and Iran.

U.S. sanctions target North Korea's human rights abuses

United States blacklists individuals and organizations involved in security and forced labor policies in North Korea.

Hezbollah: U.S. interfering in Lebanese affairs

Hezbollah denounces new U.S. sanctions against it, says they are an "aggression" against Lebanon.

House approves new sanctions on Iran

U.S. House of Representatives approves legislation expanding sanctions on Iran over its ballistic missiles and support for Hezbollah.

'UNHCR Rapporteur abuses his position to attack Israel'

Israeli Ambassador the UN Danny Danon slams Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur for calling for sanctions against Israel.

House approves sanctions on Hezbollah

House of Representatives backs sanctions on Hezbollah as part of effort to take tough line against its chief backer, Iran.

Iran warns again:

'All options on table if US sanctions Revolutionary Guards'

Iran issues third threat in 3 days against US plans to name Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization.

U.S. announces tighter financial sanctions on Russia

United States Treasury announces sanctions on Russian banks and energy firms due to Moscow's continued interference in Ukraine.

U.S. Treasury imposes new sanctions on North Korea

United States imposes sanctions on eight North Korean banks and 26 executives.

Trump administration slaps new sanctions on Iran

11 companies and individuals involved with cyber attacks on US and Iran's revolutionary guards targeted in new sanctions.

North Korea: We will reduce America to 'ashes and darkness'

North Korea calls to disband 'useless' United Nations, threatens Japan and the US.

North Korea vows to accelerate its weapons programs

North Korea says it will accelerate its weapons programs in response to the sanctions imposed on it by the UN Security Council.

Trump: North Korea sanctions just a very small step

Trump says latest UN sanctions on North Korea are nothing compared to what would have to happen to deal with the country’s nuclear program.

UN approves new sanctions on North Korea

Security Council unanimously approves new sanctions banning textile exports and restricting shipments of oil products to North Korea.

United States seeks harsh sanctions on North Korea

U.S. demands that UN impose oil embargo on North Korea and freeze the foreign assets of its leader Kim Jong-Un.

Merkel and Trump urge tougher sanctions on North Korea

German Chancellor and U.S. President urge UN to quickly agree on tougher sanctions following North Korea’s latest nuclear test.

North Korea vows 'thousand-fold revenge' for sanctions

North Korea vows to bolster its nuclear arsenal after UN approves new sanctions against it.

Haley to North Korea: We're not playing anymore

U.S. Ambassador to the UN welcomes new sanctions on North Korea, says they send a message to Pyongyang.

UN approves new sanctions on North Korea

Security Council unanimously backs resolution significantly strengthening sanctions on North Korea.

UN to vote on tougher North Korea sanctions

United States presents UN Security Council with draft resolution banning exports from North Korea.

Iran vows to respond to American sanctions

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister condemns sanctions against his country after Trump signs them into law.

Trump signs Russia sanctions, but still denounces them

Trump signs bill imposing new sanctions on Russia, but says it “seriously flawed”.

United States sanctions Venezuela's Maduro

U.S. imposes sanctions against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, calls him "dictator" after controversial election.

Putin to expel hundreds of American diplomats

Russian President orders United States to cut 755 diplomatic staff in Russia, in response to new sanctions against his country.

Trump says he will sign new Iran sanctions into law

Bill sanctions Iran for ballistic missile tests, human rights abuses, and terrorism, targets Russia and North Korea as well.

Pundit predicts 'devastating consequences' of Russia sanctions

US sanctions will 'drive Europe into the arms of the Russians and Chinese' and may lead to Russian arming of Iran, says columnist Spengler.

Iran vows 'strong answer' to American sanctions

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister blasts Senate's passing of bill imposing new sanctions on his country.

U.S. imposes new sanctions on Iran

United States Treasury targets Iran's ballistic missile program, following Iran's test of satellite-launch rocket.

Senate approves sanctions on Russia and Iran

Senate votes nearly unanimously to slap new sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea, despite Trump's objection.

House approves sanctions on Iran, Russia and North Korea

U.S. House of Representatives passes legislation that imposes sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea. Trump has opposed the Russian part.

Congress to approve new sanctions on Russia and Iran

Congress poised to approve tough new sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea this week after reaching compromise with the White House.

U.S. lawmakers seek increased sanctions on Hezbollah

Republican and Democratic lawmakers introduce legislation that would increase sanctions on Lebanon-based terror group.

Iranian General: "New Sanctions? US will pay the price"

Iran Revolutionary Guards commander Mohammad Ali Jafar threatened the United States, warning it now to impose sanctions.

Iran condemns 'contemptible' U.S. sanctions

Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemns new U.S. sanctions on Iranian individuals, says it will reciprocate the move.

Trump confirms Iran nuclear compliance but still sanctions

Cites Iran nuclear deal failure to contribute to Middle East stability.

Iranian general threatens American military bases

Iranian general says U.S. military bases will be in trouble if sanctions are imposed on the Revolutionary Guards.

U.S. proposes new UN sanctions on North Korea

Officials say Ambassador Haley aims to bring UN Security Council resolution on North Korea sanctions to a vote within weeks.

Russia plans to sanction the US

Kremlin Press Secretary says if US continues sanctions, Russia may apply some of its own because 'these things should be mutual.'

Conference of Presidents welcomes new sanctions on Iran

Conference of Presidents welcomes Senate's passing of a bill imposing new sanctions on Iran.

Senate passes sanctions bill on Iran, Russia

Bill punishing Russia for alleged election interference and Iran for ballistic missile program passes 98-2.

Senate votes in favor of sanctions on Russia

Senate votes in favor of bill barring Trump from unilaterally easing sanctions on Moscow.

Congress mulling more sanctions on Hezbollah

House Foreign Affairs Committee is considering enhancing sanctions targeting the Hezbollah terrorist group.

Senate approves new sanctions on Iran

Senate Foreign Relations Committee approves legislation to impose new sanctions on Iran over its ballistic missiles.

U.S. planning to boost sanctions on Iran

U.S. Treasury will increase sanctions pressure on Iran, Syria and North Korea.

Saudi Arabia, U.S. blacklist Hezbollah leader

Saudi Arabia and the United States blacklist Hashem Safieddine, president of Hezbollah's executive council.

State Department maintains Iran sanctions relief

United States renews waiver on nuclear-related sanctions that were suspended as part of the Iranian nuclear deal.

'Preparations for Trump's visit being neglected'

FM employees make good on threat and initiate sanctions, despite agreements reached regarding salaries. 'We want to see a signed document.'

House approves tougher sanctions on North Korea

House of Representatives overwhelmingly approves legislation to tighten sanctions on North Korea.

U.S. sanctions Syria following chemical weapons attack

Treasury sanctions employees of Syrian research center following chemical weapons attack in Idlib.

U.S. sanctions 11 North Koreans

Treasury sanctions 11 North Koreans and one North Korean company for their links to the country's weapons programs.

In role reversal, Iran and Hamas impose sanctions

Iran engages in tit for tat sanctions against US while Hamas imprisons its own people in retaliation against Israel.

Iranian bill would label CIA, US Army as terrorist groups

Iran announces sanctions against 15 US companies which do business with Israel in retaliation for US sanctions against Islamic Republic.

Senators call for tighter sanctions on Iran

Bipartisan group of senators introduce bill imposing tighter sanctions on Iran over its ballistic missile tests.