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Lukoil's $2.7bn Fire Sale Before US Sanctions

Russian oil giant Lukoil rushes to sell European assets worth $2.7bn before new US sanctions take effect. Analysis reveals strategic move to offload key infrastructure. Read the full investigation.

Abramovich's Chelsea sale money frozen in legal dispute

Explosive revelations show Roman Abramovich's promised £2.3bn from Chelsea's sale remains largely unpaid, with half the funds caught in complex legal disputes between his own companies, leaving Ukrainian war victims waiting.

Russia's Euro 2032 bid rejected by UEFA

UEFA has officially rejected Russia's controversial bid to host Euro 2032, dealing a massive blow to Russian football amid ongoing international sanctions. The decision marks a significant moment in sports diplomacy.

Putin defies US but admits sanctions causing losses

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers defiant speech rejecting US demands while conceding Western sanctions are inflicting significant damage on Russia's economy and military capabilities.

EU hits Russian LNG with landmark sanctions

The European Union unveils its toughest energy sanctions yet, targeting Russia's lucrative liquefied natural gas exports in a decisive move to cripple Kremlin war funding.

Trump's Russia Oil Sanctions: Will They Work?

The Trump administration's latest move to sanction Russian oil companies raises critical questions about effectiveness, global energy markets, and geopolitical strategy in a divided world.

US imposes devastating oil sanctions on Russia over Ukraine

The Biden administration imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia's crucial oil industry after Vladimir Putin rejects latest diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine conflict, marking a significant escalation in economic pressure.

John Terry blasts 'disgusting' Abramovich treatment

Chelsea icon John Terry has launched an emotional defence of former owner Roman Abramovich, condemning the UK government's sanctions as 'disgusting' and revealing the Russian billionaire's profound impact on the club and community.

Israel faces unprecedented global boycott movement

A comprehensive international boycott movement against Israel is gaining unprecedented momentum, targeting everything from consumer goods to academic ties, as global frustration mounts over ongoing policies.

France seizes Russian oil tanker in Channel sanctions raid

In a dramatic enforcement of EU sanctions, French officials have impounded the Boracay tanker carrying Russian oil products near Cherbourg. The vessel, linked to a sanctioned Russian oligarch, highlights Europe's tightening grip on Moscow's energy exports

Russian shadow fleet captain faces trial in France

The captain of a Russian-linked oil tanker from the so-called 'shadow fleet' will stand trial in France, marking a significant escalation in Western efforts to enforce sanctions against Moscow.

UK and US impose sweeping new sanctions on Iran

The UK and US have unleashed a formidable new wave of sanctions targeting Iran's drone production and military apparatus, intensifying pressure over its expanding nuclear activities and regional aggression.

EU Imposes Major New Sanctions on Russian Oil & Gas

The European Union unveils its most aggressive sanctions package yet, directly targeting Russia's critical oil and gas sectors. The move aims to cripple Putin's ability to fund the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the West's eco

UEFA investigates Atletico after Liverpool fan trouble

UEFA launches investigation following chaotic scenes at Anfield as Liverpool fans clash with police ahead of Atletico Madrid Champions League match. Full details on the trouble and potential sanctions.

Trump Threatens Russia Sanctions Over NATO Oil Purchases

Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.

Rangers Face New UEFA Pyro Probe After PSV Clash

Rangers FC is under intense UEFA scrutiny yet again as explosive pyrotechnics marred their crucial Champions League qualifier against PSV Eindhoven, just days after European football's governing body handed down sanctions for similar offences.

UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

Trump's New Russia Sanctions Threat: Impact on Ukraine War

Ex-President Donald Trump signals a major foreign policy shift, declaring readiness to impose stringent new sanctions on Russia. This analysis examines the potential impact on Vladimir Putin's war machine in Ukraine and global geopolitics.

Iran Braces for 'Dangerous' UN Sanctions

Exclusive: Iranians face a deepening economic crisis as the UN Security Council considers reimposing crippling sanctions, with citizens fearing a return to the harsh austerity of the past.

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