Russia To Shrink Expiration Date Labels in Bid to Save Money
Russian business outlet RBC reported sanctions have caused a shortage of packaging and manufacturing products.
Ukraine War Will 'Break Up' Modern Russia: Retired U.S. General
Ben Hodges told Newsweek that "battlefield losses" and "the impact of sanctions" will make it harder for Moscow "to sustain things."
Europe Must Not Capitulate and Undermine Ukraine Progress—Latvian President
In Kyiv, Egils Levits urged allies not to engage in the "politics of capitulation" and betray Ukraine's wishes.
Sean Penn, Ben Stiller Banned From Russia in Latest Sanctions Against U.S.
The actors are among 25 U.S. citizens who are now forbidden from entering the country.
Putin Must Pay for Ukraine and Europe's 'Painful' Winter: Estonia
Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu told Newsweek the European Union must "immediately" expand sanctions and military aid for Ukraine.
Can Russia Defeat U.S. HIMARS in Ukraine With Iran's Drones?
The Pentagon confirmed that Russia has imported hundreds of Iranian drones as the war in Ukraine intensifies in Crimea and Kherson.
The Iran Nuclear Deal Isn't Perfect. It Doesn't Need to Be.
A deal would secure important nuclear nonproliferation benefits, including reviving Iran's permanent commitment stated on the first page of the deal to "ensure the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program."
Visa Ban Could Push Russians Into Putin's Arms, Bolstering Support at Home
"The U.S. wouldn't want to close off pathways to refuge and safety for Russia's dissidents or others who are vulnerable," said a State Department spokesperson.
How HIMARS and Sanctions Are Choking Russia's Weapons Trade
Vladimir Putin's Russia relies on arms exports for soft power—but for how much longer?
Visa Bans on Russians Are Sanctions of Spite
One can hope that Ukraine will win and support policies which will help accomplish that goal while also recognizing that things like visa bans only serve to hurt those who have no power anyway.
In a Rare Move, China Sanctions Seven Taiwanese Officials
It was only the second time the Chinese government announced largely symbolic sanctions against Taiwan's democratically elected representatives.
Nancy Pelosi Shrugs Off China Threats After Taiwan Visit: 'Who Cares?'
In a press conference after her congressional delegation's trip across Asia, the House speaker was adamant that China couldn't be allowed to "isolate Taiwan."
China Sanctions Nancy Pelosi Over 'Provocative Actions' After Taiwan Visit
The Chinese Foreign Ministry has called Pelosi's actions "vicious" and "provocative" as it imposed sanctions on her on Friday.
Russians Auction Line Jumps for H&M Closing Sale Amid Final Sales Surge
H&M reopened stores in Moscow this week to sell off its remaining inventory before withdrawing from the Russian market.
America Isn't Blameless When It Comes to Syria
While President Joe Biden is quick to blame the Assad government, he glosses over the myriad American interventions that predictably led to Syria's current struggles.
Russia to Start Making Own Video Games After Xbox, Nintendo Block Sales
The state-run technology corporation Rostec is reportedly seeking funding to develop a Russian-produced game engine.
Man Mistaken for Sanctioned Putin-Ally Enjoying European Vacation
Photos showing the man named as Vladimir Plotnikov in Italy and Croatia provoked an angry response. A Russian lawmaker of that name has been banned from the EU.
Putin Capitalizes on Western Uncertainties to Pursue War Goals in Ukraine
A White House Advisor told a Senate subcommittee that it was "not anticipated" that the Russians "would earn so much money from the sale of oil."
Zelensky Adviser Accuses JPMorgan, HSBC of 'War Crimes' Over Russian Ties
Once the war ends, Ukraine plans to sue major financial institutions over their investments in Russian oil, Oleg Ustenko wrote in a letter this week.
Russians 'Celebrating' As Europe's Political Crisis Grows: Italian Minister
Foreign minister Luigi Di Maio has condemned his ex-party the 5-Star Movement for threatening to bring down the Italian government.
Ukraine Fears Western Capitulation on Russia as Cracks Emerge
Russia has scored two big victories this week in its sanctions battle with the West, leaving Ukraine enraged.
EU Allows Russia to Move Goods Through NATO Nations After Putin Warning
Guidance from the European Commission indicated that the transit of sanctioned goods by rail to Kaliningrad through Lithuania and Poland is permitted.
Vladimir Putin's Daughter Promoted to Help With Russia's Crumbling Economy
In April, the U.S. Treasury Department identified Katerina Tikhonova as one of Putin's daughters being sanctioned over the Ukraine war.
Russia Warns West Faces 'Painful' Response to Ukraine War Sanctions
Russian foreign office official Dmitry Birichevsky told RIA Novosti that sanctions on Moscow were hitting the West like a "boomerang."
Russia's McDonald's Pulls Fries From the Menu After Running Out of Potatoes
The Russian McDonald's substitute has warned it could take months before they can get fries back on the menu.
It Is Time to Wake Up to the Struggle of the Iranian People
Using different tools for civil disobedience, social media activism, as well as street protests and strikes, Iranians have continued their protests against the kleptocratic authoritarian regime and the diminishing prosperity of the country.
IKEA Sees Russians Pick Shelves Clean, Crash Website as Stores Shuttered
The Swedish retail giant closed its doors for good in Russia after earlier curtailing operations, creating a rush for its home products.
Original Maker of AK-47 Among 14 Russian Weapon Tycoons Left Unsanctioned
A report of sanctions on Russian individuals and defense manufacturers not being punitive enough follows new worldwide sanctions imposed this week.
Putin Ally Warns Former USSR Nations Need to Fall in Line to Stay Sovereign
"We are convinced that only together can we resist global challenges," Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said.
Putin Seizes Control of Oil Project Amid Reports of Economic Turmoil
Multinational oil corporation Shell is currently invested in the venture, as are Japanese companies Mitsui and Mitsubishi.