sanctions

Israeli teachers' union threatens to launch new strike

Teachers Association chairman Ran Erez sent a letter to staff at post-elementary educational institutions in which he threatened sanctions.

100 EU lawmakers sign letter urging tougher response to Iran

Parliamentarians call on EU foreign affairs chief to enact stronger measures to deter Iran's ongoing violations against its own people.

State Department spokesperson:

'Israel's sanctions on PA exacerbate tensions'

State Department spokesperson Ned Price says US is against unilateral moves that exacerbate tensions between Israel and the PA.

PA blasts Smotrich:

'Offsetting PA funds for victims of terrorism is extortion'

PA cabinet leader: The "Palestinian people" and its leadership will not deviate from the fight for the realization of their rights.

Report:

New sanctions spell trouble for PA

A source in the Palestinian Authority says that Abbas won't rush to send security forces to operate if the sanctions continue.

US sanctions Iranian drone manufacturer over Russia supplies

Iran has been accused of sending drones to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine.

Palestinian Authority:

'Israeli sanctions won't stop us from fighting the occupation'

PA "foreign ministry" condemns sanctions imposed on it by Israel in response to its anti-Israel bid at the UN.

B’nai Brith calls for criminal sanctions against IRGC leaders

B’nai Brith Canada drops lawsuit against Canadian gov after it lists IRCG as terror group, but urges further sanctions against individuals.

Iran replaces central bank chief as rial plunges

Iran replaces the head of its central bank, after its currency shed nearly a third of its value in two months.

Arizona:

Governor-elect seeks sanctions against her GOP challenger

Arizona Democratic Gov.-elect Katie Hobbs files for sanctions against Republican challenger Kari Lake.

Australia places sanctions on Iran for human rights violations

Jewish community org applauds sanctions but urges government to list Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist entity.

EU imposes new sanctions on Iran

EU foreign ministers sanction Iran over its crackdown of anti-government protests and its drone deliveries to Russia.

US sanctions Erdogan ally over sales of Iranian oil

Biden administration sanctions Turkish businessman Sitki Ayan for facilitating sale of oil for IRGC.

Canada sanctions Iran over supply of drones to Russia

The sanctions target a technology company that developed components of drones.

US sanctions individuals and companies over Hezbollah support

Treasury announces sanctions against two individuals and two companies based in Lebanon for providing financial services to Hezbollah.

US sanctions three Iranian officials over protest crackdown

The sanctions target three officials in Iran’s Kurdish region, where dozens of protesters have reportedly been killed in the past week.

US sanctions Iranian firms providing drones to Russia

New sanctions target Iranian aviation companies involved in manufacturing and shipping of drones to Russia for use in Ukraine.

EU sanctions head of IRGC over drones to Russia

Revolutionary Guard's Aerospace Force and company making drones provided to Russia also sanctioned.

German Chancellor:

'Iran will be sanctioned further by the EU'

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz blasts Iranian government for crackdown on protests, warns more EU sanctions are coming.

German Chancellor:

'EU considering further sanctions against Iran'

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemns Iranian crackdown on protests, says EU considering further steps against Iran.

12 charged by US for sending military tech to Russia

Two European companies also charged for scheme to illegally send sensitive US technology to Russia.

Canada bans IRGC leaders from entering the country

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau says more than 10,000 members of the IRGC leadership will be inadmissible to Canada forever.

US sanctions seven Iranian officials over protest crackdown

Sanctions target Interior Minister, Communications Minister and five senior security officials.

Canada:

Jewish org praises sanction on Iran for human rights violations

Abraham Global Peace Initiative applauds step but urges government to add Revolutionary Guard Corps to list of terrorist entities.

France pushing for sanctions against senior Iranian officials

French Foreign Minister says France pushing for EU to hold Iranian officials responsible over crackdown on protesters.

US announces sanctions on Russia for Ukraine annexation

White House sanctions Russia and Belarus for annexation of four occupied regions in Ukraine.

Canada urged to enact Iran sanctions for downing of Flight PS752

With the 1,000 day anniversary approaching of Iran's shooting down of Ukraine Airlines flight, B'nai Brith calls for additional sanctions.

US sanctions firms involved in shipping Iranian oil

The move is the latest attempt by Washington to bring Tehran back to negotiations on a return to 2015 nuclear deal.

US places sanctions on Iran’s morality police

Treasury Department announces sanctions following death of Iranian woman in police custody accused of 'improper hijab.'

Israel's ambassador to UN:

'Only a credible military threat will stop Iran going nuclear'

Sanctions alone aren't enough, says Gilad Erdan, referencing Iranian President Raisi.

US Treasury sanctions producers of Iranian drones sent to Russia

Producers and manufacturers of drones to be subjected to sanctions and asset blocking in the United States.

Iran:

'Nuclear talks must result in removal of US sanctions'

Iranian parliament committee says US sanctions must be removed in a way that safeguards Iran's economic interests.

Report: Illegal Iranian oil sales surging during Biden admin

Iran has sold over $40 billion of illegal oil to China and other rogue regimes during the time Biden has been in office.

Iran's President plans New York visit despite US sanctions

Ebrahim Raisi plans to travel to New York for UN General Assembly next month despite US sanctions against him.

US sanctions Chinese, UAE firms over Iran

US imposes sanctions on Chinese and other firms it said helped to sell Iranian oil and petrochemical products.

Iran is already out of control

Dealing with the Iranian threat will only succeed if the regime senses the threat of a military strike or a popular overthrow. Op-ed.

Iranian President blasts latest US sanctions

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi criticizes US for imposing new sanctions on petrochemical producers in the Islamic Republic.

US sanctions Iranian petrochemical producers

Chinese and Indian brokers targeted as well, though US says it is still committed to diplomacy with Iran.

Biden assures senators:

'Sanctions on Iran will be ramped up if needed'

Biden administration officials assure senators the US would ramp up sanctions on Iran if needed.

Sanctions on Russian oil? A golden opportunity for India...

India buys up cheap Russian oil & sells it to the U.S. at over $30 per barrel profit.

Jewish philanthropist kicked off WJC due to US sanctions

God Nisanov becomes latest Russian Jewish billionaire philanthropist to face US sanctions.

US targets Russian yachts, Putin's inner circle with sanctions

Sanctions will go after Russian owned yachts, helicopters, jets and Putin's personal money manager.

EU agrees on ban on most Russian oil imports

EU leaders announce ban on most Russian oil imports, after reaching a compromise deal with Hungary.

China, Russia veto UN resolution sanctioning North Korea

China and Russia veto US resolution calling for tougher sanctions against North Korea following latest missile tests.

US imposes sanctions on 6 Hamas-linked orgs.

Sanctions target 4 people and various companies which are part of Hamas Investment Office, which generates revenue for the terror group.

US slaps new Hezbollah-related sanctions

US Treasury targets Lebanese businessman and Hezbollah's financial facilitator with new sanctions.

UN expert:

'US sanctions on Iran are devastating and should be lifted'

Independent UN expert says impact of sanctions imposed by US on Iran is "devastating".

EU to ban Russian oil

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said it was Russia that was 'sinking' as a result of the war - not Ukraine.

UK Jewish school removes Russian oligarch from name

School changes name in response to Russian billionaire Moshe Kantor being sanctioned by the British government.

Russia slaps travel ban on US VP, Facebook CEO

Russia sanctions dozens of prominent Americans and Canadians in retaliation for sanctions imposed over Ukraine invasion.

US sanctions Russian people and entities

Sanctions include a Russian commercial bank and a virtual currency mining company.

Greece's coast guard seizes Russian oil tanker

Greece’s coast guard has seized a Russian oil tanker as part of European Union sanctions against Russia.

Giuliani among 24 Americans sanctioned by Iran

Iran sanctions 24 Americans, including former Trump lawyer, over involvement with “terrorist acts”.

Dr. Moshe Kantor to step back from EJC Presidency

European Jewish Congress announces its President will step back after being sanctioned over ties to Putin.

U.S. imposes sanctions on Russian banks, Putin's daughters

Warning: GRAPHIC CONTENT - The new round of sanctions prohibit Americans from investing in Russia.

Zelenskyy:

'Hesitation on Russia oil embargo is costing Ukrainian lives'

Ukrainian President calls for sanctions that are economically destructive enough for Russia to end its war against his country.

UK imposes sanctions on European Jewish Congress president

Dr. Moshe Kantor named as one of several oligarchs with ties to Russia hit by new sanctions by British government.

Russian ruble bounces back after month of 'crippling' sanctions

A month into the invasion of Ukraine and Western sanctions intended to cripple the Russian economy, the rubel is back - but how?

US, allies to impose additional sanctions on Russia

New penalties will include a ban on all new investment in Russia.

Iran nuclear deal

'We are close to an agreement' says Iranian Foreign Ministry

According to senior Iranian diplomat, "We passed on our proposals to the Americans, and now the ball is in the US court."