sanctions

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.'

'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.'

'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.

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 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.

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.

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.

EU seeks sanctions against 'Jewish settlers'

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

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.

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.

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.

France seeks to sanction Israelis who attack Palestinians

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

Blinken announces new US sanctions on Hamas

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

House approves sanctions on supporters of Hamas, Islamic Jihad

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

Japan imposes new Hamas-related sanctions

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

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 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 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, 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.

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.

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 front-group 'Green Without Borders'

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

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

US sanctions IRGC official over plot to kill Bolton

IRGC official Shahram Poursafi reportedly also targeted former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Iran envoy Brian Hook.

Ukraine:

Parliament approves 50-year sanctions package against Iran

The bill seeks to sanction Iran for providing drones for Russia to use in its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

Zelenskyy proposes Iran sanctions bill

The bill would see Ukraine impose sanctions on Iran for 50 years for providing UAVs to Russia.

Iran 'no longer concerned with US sanctions'

Senior Iranian military officials tell how Iran's new policies seek to establish international power while disregarding US sanctions.

US and Iran negotiating release of sanctioned Iranian funds

A potential agreement is taking shape that could see Iran release prisoners in exchange for billions of dollars in sanctioned funds.

Republican senators propose:

Sanction enablers of Palestinian Arab terrorist groups

Senators Todd Young and Marco Rubio reintroduce bill to impose sanctions on those that provide support to Hamas, Islamic Jihad and others.

Sanctions on terrorism:

US seizes Hezbollah-affiliated websites

US authorities seize over a dozen website domains used by sanctioned associates, businesses, and charities of Hezbollah.

Canada urged to streamline and toughen sanctions legislation

B'nai Brith calls for consistent and transparent use of Canada's Magnitsky Law to hold global violators of human rights accountable.

US House reps introduce bill to make Iran sanctions permanent

Measure would remove sunset clause from main tool in US law used to enact sanctions on Iran for its nuclear ambitions and support of terror.

US sanctions Iran for detaining Americans

Russia’s Federal Security Service also sanctioned for holding Americans unjustly captive.

Lebanese-Belgian faces charges in US over Hezbollah support

Man accused by US of financing Hezbollah extradited from Romania, faces sanctions evasion and money laundering charges.

Over protest crackdown:

US sanctions senior Iranian officials

US Treasury sanctions four senior Iranian law enforcement and military officials involved in crushing anti-government protests.

As Iran alienated the West, Persian rug exports plummeted

Once thriving billion dollar industry reduced to nearly zero after decades of rogue actions by Iranian regime.

UK sanctions Lebanese businessman over Hezbollah support

Meanwhile, US authorities announce action against a network allegedly helping the man avoid sanctions.

World's largest drone company likely selling technology to Iran

Chinese drone manufacturer denies report it markets its products to Iran in violation of US sanctions.

Intl Court rejects Iran's bid to claim $2 billion frozen by US

Hague Court rules it does not have jurisdiction to force US to return funds seized to compensate victims of 1983 bombing.

Canada announces new sanctions against Iran

Canada targets two entities and eight individuals as part of new sanctions against Iran over human rights violations and drone production.

US Treasury Secretary:

'US looking at ways to strengthen Iran sanctions'

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen acknowledges sanctions had not resulted in behavioral or policy changes Washington desires from Tehran.

US sanctions Iranians over equipment for drones

Four firms and three people sanctioned for allegedly buying equipment to be used for Iran’s drone and weapons programs.

Ukraine war enters 2nd year:

New sanctions to 'degrade Russia’s ability to fuel aggression'

On one-year anniversary of Ukraine war, Biden admin hits hard at Russia's ability to wage war with host of new sanctions.

AJC urges US to list Russia’s Wagner Group as terrorist entity

As Ukraine war enters second year, US Congress called on to add private mercenary group to terror list for atrocities against civilians.

Foreign Minister Cohen:

'The West will impose snapback sanctions on Iran'

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen tells i24NEWS: Iran is like a cancer. It is a threat to the stability of the entire world.

White House warns:

Russian buying chips, tech from Iran, North Korea and China

Latest statement from Commerce Department comes as G7 nations debate new sanctions on firms accused of exporting military tech to Russia.

US sanctions Lebanese economist over Hezbollah support

US Treasury announces sanctions against economist and money exchanger Hassan Moukalled due to financial activities in support of Hezbollah.

EU to sanction Iran officials, IRGC blacklist still under debate

EU will impose new sanctions on 37 Iranian officials and organizations, but will stop short for now of blacklisting the Revolutionary Guard.

US to list Russia’s Wagner Group as ‘transnational criminal org’

US Treasury to impose additional sanctions on mercenary group operating in Ukraine, along with its international network.

US bill would sanction financial backers of Hamas

The Hamas International Financing Prevention Act was passed by the previous Congress but later removed by the Senate.