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Smotrich vs. Sanctions:

A second victory for Israel's Finance Minister

The clarification from the USA weakening the sanctions against Israelis in Judea and Samaria is the second time that Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has outmaneuvered American policy.

A second victory for Israel's Finance Minister

Smotrich vs. Sanctions:

USA reduces sanctions against Judea and Samaria residents

The USA has significantly reduced the sanctions it imposed on residents of Judea and Samaria following Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's threats of economic sanctions against Palestinian Authority banks.

USA reduces sanctions against Judea and Samaria residents

US to Israel:

Banks don't need to close accounts of sanction targets

US letter to Finance Ministry says Biden Admin. sanctions against 7 settlers over alleged violence were not meant to seize all of their assets or close their bank accounts.

Banks don't need to close accounts of sanction targets

UK imposes sanctions on Hamas media network

Sanctions target two individuals active in promoting Hamas's public relations efforts.

UK imposes sanctions on Hamas media network

US and Britain sanction Hamas fund-raising network

US Treasury Department says the punitive measures target two individuals and three entities described as key financial facilitators involved in fundraising for Hamas.

US and Britain sanction Hamas fund-raising network

Dr. Shuki Friedman:

'Sanctions are because of internal American politics'

The vice-president of the Jewish People Policy Institute says that the American government is sanctioning Israel not for either Israel or the Palestinians, but for the upcoming Presidential elections.

'Sanctions are because of internal American politics'

US sanctions Iran weapons-procurement networks

US imposes new sanctions on three procurement networks that are supporting Iran’s ballistic missile, nuclear and defense programs.

US sanctions Iran weapons-procurement networks

EU imposes sanctions on 'violent' settlers

Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares says EU foreign ministers agreed to impose sanctions barring entry of Jewish settlers who 'harass' Arabs, doing business with them.

EU imposes sanctions on 'violent' settlers

2nd round:

US sanctions 3 more Israelis, 2 outposts

US Treasury says sanctions target outposts and individuals implicated in violence against Arabs, a month and a half after imposing sanctions on 4 other Israelis.

US sanctions 3 more Israelis, 2 outposts

Report:

US to impose sanctions on Judea & Samaria outposts

The US is reportedly expected to impose a second round of sanctions on three Israeli citizens and two outposts in Judea and Samaria.

US to impose sanctions on  Judea & Samaria outposts

Joins other countries

Spain sanctions 12 residents of Judea and Samaria

Spanish Foreign Minister announces that Spain has initiated a process of sanctioning 12 residents of Judea and Samaria who it claims committed violent acts against Palestinian Arabs.

Spain sanctions 12 residents of Judea and Samaria

Navalny's lawyer arrested in Russia

The attorney representing Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died suddenly while in prison, has been arrested by Russian authorities.

Navalny's lawyer arrested in Russia

US and Britain sanction Houthi supporters

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels targeted in sanctions imposed by the US and the UK.

US and Britain sanction Houthi supporters

After Navalny's death:

US sanctions more than 500 Russian targets

President Joe Biden says the measures aim to ensure Russian President Vladimir Putin "pays an even steeper price for his aggression abroad and repression at home."

US sanctions more than 500 Russian targets

German FM:

'Iran is the worst violator of human rights'

The German Foreign Minister explains why Iran is still not listed as a terrorist country in the EU, and what the European Union has done against it instead.

'Iran is the worst violator of human rights'

Yesha Council to PM:

Hold urgent meeting on foreign intervention

Yesha Council chair Shlomo Ne’eman says the sanctions recently imposed on Israelis constitute a severe oversight of Israeli sovereignty and severe political disregard based on blood libel.

Hold urgent meeting on foreign intervention

Target of US sanctions:

'I couldn't believe it, Biden is occupied with me?'

Ever since Yinon Levi, a farmer from south of Hebron, found out he was subject to US sanctions, he and his wife Sapir's bank account has been blocked and they can't purchase necessities at the grocery store.

'I couldn't believe it, Biden is occupied with me?'

Germany lobbying for EU sanctions against settlers

After US, UK, and France all imposed sanctions on Jewish settlers accused of extremism or violence, German Foreign Minister announced in Jerusalem her government is pushing the EU to do the same.

Germany lobbying for EU sanctions against settlers

Following the US

UK to sanction four Israeli citizens

UK has announced sanctions against four Israelis it referred to as 'extremist settlers' accusing them of 'human rights abuses' against Palestinian Arabs.

UK to sanction four Israeli citizens

Rabbi to banks:

'Freeze Joe Biden's accounts'

Rabbi Shimon Ben-Tzion demands that banks worldwide freeze any accounts held by Joe Biden in retaliation for the sanctions leveled at Israeli citizens.

'Freeze Joe Biden's accounts'

MK Bismuth to Arutz Sheva:

'99.9% of settlers are heroes fighting in Gaza'

Likud MK Boaz Bismuth says the term 'settler violence' was invented to find symmetry between Israel and Hamas and explains how he is working to close UNRWA's offices in Jerusalem.

'99.9% of settlers are heroes fighting in Gaza'

Canada imposes new sanctions on Hamas

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs says Canada is committed to a 'comprehensive, just, and lasting peace in the Middle East and will continue to take steps against Hamas and anyone affiliated to Hamas.'

Canada imposes new sanctions on Hamas

PM Netanyahu:

'US sanctions severe and inappropriate'

Prime Minister Netanyahu discussed the humanitarian aid to Gaza and said that up to 60% of the humanitarian aid that enters Gaza is taken by Hamas.

'US sanctions severe and inappropriate'

PA demands sanctions on 'settlements'

PA cabinet leader calls for sanctions to be imposed on "the entire settlement enterprise" after US sanctioned several residents of Judea and Samaria.

PA demands sanctions on 'settlements'

Joining US sanctions:

Israel Postal Bank closes account of David Chasdai

The Israeli bank account of David Chai Chasdai was sequestered and closed after the US announced that it would impose sanctions on him. Comm. Minister: 'If I indeed have the authority, I will order the account be reopened.'

Israel Postal Bank closes account of David Chasdai

Canada to impose sanctions on 'extremist settlers'

Foreign Minister Melanie Joly confirmed that the Canadian government was 'actively on' passing sanctions on Israelis who 'incite violence' in Judea and Samira.

Canada to impose sanctions on 'extremist settlers'

After being targeted by US sanctions:

Israeli bank freezes farmer's bank account

Yinon Levi, who was one of four Israelis to be targeted by US sanctions was notified by Bank Leumi that his bank accounts have been frozen.

Israeli bank freezes farmer's bank account

Trudeau:

'Canada mulling sanctions on extremist settlers'

Canadian Prime Minister confirms his government is considering imposing sanctions on “extremist Israeli settlers” after the US took similar action.

'Canada mulling sanctions on extremist settlers'

US sanctions Iran's ballistic missiles programs

Treasury announces sanctions targeting Iran's ballistic missile and drone procurement programs as well as officials involved in hacking US infrastructure.

US sanctions Iran's ballistic missiles programs

White House:

'No plans to sanction Israeli government officials'

White House spokesperson John Kirby on sanctions against Israeli "settlers": A signal to the world that Biden takes settler violence seriously.

'No plans to sanction Israeli government officials'

PA criticizes Smotrich and Ben Gvir

PA foreign affairs bureau welcomes decision of President Joe Biden to impose sanctions those accused of involvement in attacks on Palestinian Arabs in Judea and Samaria.

PA criticizes Smotrich and Ben Gvir

'Disgrace to free world's values'

Yesha Council Chairman decries US sanctions

Shlomo Ne’eman says fact that the US only sanctioned four proves that there is no phenomenon of violence, calls on Israeli government not to 'lend a hand in this ugly game.'

Yesha Council Chairman decries US sanctions

'Serious threat to the peace'

Biden signs order to sanction four 'settlers'

Order states that such acts of violence 'undermine the foreign policy objectives of the United States, including the viability of a two-state solution.'

Biden signs order to sanction four 'settlers'

'Antisemitic lie':

Biden considered sanctions on Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

President Biden is expected to sign off on sanctions on Judea and Samaria residents involved in violent attacks against Palestinians. Minister Smotrich responds.

Biden considered sanctions on Smotrich and Ben-Gvir

US sanctions Iranian, Hezbollah financial network

US sanctions three entities and one individual based in Turkey and Lebanon for giving "critical financial support" to financial network used by Quds Force and Hezbollah.

US sanctions Iranian, Hezbollah financial network

US launches fifth round of sanctions against Hamas

The move was joined by Australia and the United Kingdom imposing sanctions of their own against the terrorist organization.

US launches fifth round of sanctions against Hamas

Roman Abramovich, ZAKA sue Bank Mizrahi for blocking donation

Bank refuses to allow Russian-Israeli billionaire to donate millions to rescue agency during war due to EU, UK sanctions.

Roman Abramovich, ZAKA sue Bank Mizrahi for blocking donation

UK imposes new sanctions against Iran

A series of new sanctions against Iranian officials comes into force today in England, allowing stronger steps in the UK against the regime.

UK imposes new sanctions against Iran

EU seeks sanctions against 'Jewish settlers'

EU foreign policy chief says he will propose sanctions against “Jewish settlers” responsible for violence against Palestinian Arabs.

EU seeks sanctions against 'Jewish settlers'

After US sanctions:

Belgium announces ban on 'extremist settlers'

Belgian Prime Minister announces that “extremist settlers” will be barred entry, one day after US announced similar sanctions.

Belgium announces ban on 'extremist settlers'

US announces visa ban on 'extremist settlers'

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces sanctions against Jews accused of attacking Arabs in Judea and Samaria.

US announces visa ban on 'extremist settlers'

Report:

US pressuring Turkey to end support for Hamas, Russia

Wall Street Journal reports Biden Admin. warning Turkish officials Turkey's financial support for Hamas and Russia will have consequences.

US pressuring Turkey to end support for Hamas, Russia

France seeks to sanction Israelis who attack Palestinians

The sanctions come as a balancing measure in a proposal to sanction Hamas leadership.

France seeks to sanction Israelis who attack Palestinians

Blinken announces new US sanctions on Hamas

US launches 3rd round of sanctions on Hamas-affiliated individuals in response to the October 7 massacre.

Blinken announces new US sanctions on Hamas

House approves sanctions on supporters of Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Hamas International Financing Prevention Act passes by majority of 363 to 46.

House approves sanctions on supporters of Hamas, Islamic Jihad

Japan imposes new Hamas-related sanctions

Japan announces sanctions on individuals and a company connected to the Hamas terrorist organization.

Japan imposes new Hamas-related sanctions

US sanctions Iran’s ballistic missile and drone programs

The sanctions come on the day that UN restrictions on Tehran’s ballistic missile program expired.

US sanctions Iran’s ballistic missile and drone programs

US imposes sanctions on 10 Hamas operatives and financiers

Following massacre of 1,400 Israelis, US Treasury imposes sanctions on Hamas operatives in Sudan, Türkiye, Algeria, and Qatar.

US imposes sanctions on 10 Hamas operatives and financiers

US issues more sanctions over Iran's drone program

US sanctions seven people and four companies in China, Russia and Turkey over development of Iran’s drone program.

US issues more sanctions over Iran's drone program

US, UK sanction Iran ahead of anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death

US and Britain imposes sanctions on Iran ahead of the one-year anniversary of woman whose death sparked mass protests.

US, UK sanction Iran ahead of anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death

Britain, France and Germany to maintain sanctions on Iran

Britain, France and Germany announce strategy to maintain nuclear sanctions on Iran even after they expire under terms of 2015 deal.

Britain, France and Germany to maintain sanctions on Iran

US sanctions Hezbollah's South American financing operation

Treasury announces sanctions against operatives working in Latin America to finance the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon.

US sanctions Hezbollah's South American financing operation

US sanctions Hezbollah front-group 'Green Without Borders'

Treasury announces sanctions against 'environmental' agency which provides cover for Hezbollah outposts and weapons.

US sanctions Hezbollah front-group 'Green Without Borders'

Iran's President:

'We'll discuss revival of nuclear deal with dignity'

Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi vows to work to counteract the US sanctions imposed on the country.

'We'll discuss revival of nuclear deal with dignity'

Canada announces new sanctions on Iranian officials

Canada sanctions Iran's new security chief, alongside six Iranians accused of destabilizing the Middle East and Ukraine.

Canada announces new sanctions on Iranian officials

Israeli citizen charged with spying accuses Biden of 'cover-up'

He is charged with 8 counts of acting as a foreign agent and illegal arms deals but is this just Biden trying to cover up for his son?

Israeli citizen charged with spying accuses Biden of 'cover-up'

Europe to retain Iran ballistic missile sanctions

The sanctions, which were part of the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, are due to expire in October.

Europe to retain Iran ballistic missile sanctions

The Netherlands:

Father and daughter arrested for sending money to Hamas

55-year-old and 25-year-old arrested for allegedly sending over five million euros to Hamas in breach of EU sanctions.

Father and daughter arrested for sending money to Hamas

Likud sanctions MK who violated coalition discipline

MK Tally Gotliv says she will appeal after being sanctioned for refusing to withdraw candidacy for Judicial Selection Committee.

Likud sanctions MK who violated coalition discipline

Lithuanian Prime Minister:

'We stand with Israel in stemming Iranian threat'

Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė speaks at AJC Global Forum: We will continue pushing for more sanctions against Iran.

'We stand with Israel in stemming Iranian threat'