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'CLEAR MESSAGE'

U.K., U.S. Sanction Seven More Russians for Navalny Poisoning

The individuals are all members of Russia's domestic security service the FSB, successor to the KGB.

financial isolation

Belarus Leader Hits Out as U.S., U.K. Levy New Sanctions

London pointed to "the continued undermining of democracy and human rights violations" by Belarus' leaders.

under investigation

FBI Suspects U.S. Firm of Bypassing Sanctions to Ship WMD Tech to Russia – Reports

Recipients of the scientific instruments included Russia’s FSB, The Daily Beast reported.

aerial sanctions

EU Imposes New Sanctions on Belarus

The package looks to hit key sources of revenue for Minsk after the forced landing of an airliner and arrest of a dissident journalist.

'hostile actions'

Belarus Denounces 'Destructive' New Western Sanctions

The sanctions followed global outrage over the forced landing of a Ryanair flight in Minsk to arrest a regime critic.

Hitting Where It Hurts

Potash, Petro Products: EU Hits Belarus Economic Pillars

The sanctions target major sources of revenue for the regime of Alexander Lukashenko.

U.S. Says Preparing New Russia Sanctions Over Navalny Poisoning

President Joe Biden's national security advisor said the U.S. will not pull its punches.

'Reprisal measures'

Russia Imposes Tit-for-Tat Sanctions on Canadians Over Navalny

The Foreign Ministry said nine Canadian officials have been banned from entering Russia "for an undetermined period."

'An Iron Curtain': Exiled Belarusians Protest on Border

Exiled Belarusians protested on Saturday at the Polish frontier, calling for European Union to impose tougher sanctions on Belarus.

Russia to Expand Anti-Magnitsky Sanctions Worldwide, Keep U.S. Adoption Ban

Any foreigner found to be violating the rights and freedoms of Russians would be subject to sanctions under the proposed law.

‘Profits or Principles’

Belarus Opposition in Exile Wants Tougher EU Sanctions Against Lukashenko

Activists told The Moscow Times they fear outrage over the forced landing of a plane in Minsk might not spark harsh enough action.

opinion Maria Shagina

No Easy Answer on Belarus Sanctions

Autocrats around the world are watching the EU. Tough sanctions against Belarus would send a strong signal about Brussels’ resolve.

Explainer: Events Surrounding Belarus Flight ‘Hijacking’

The forced landing of a European commercial flight with a dissident on board has caused East-West tensions to flare.

Russia Sells First Foreign Bonds Since New U.S. Sanctions

In a rare week of diplomatic calm, Russia taps global markets for $1.8 billion.

'national interests'

U.S. Waives Sanctions on Nord Stream 2, Builder of Russia-Germany Pipeline

The move was strongly criticized by Republican senator Jim Lisch, who called the waiver "a gift to Putin."

U.S. Will Not Sanction Main Nord Stream 2 Company – Reports

Biden administration still opposed to the controversial pipeline project, but will not sanction holding company.

EU Summons Russian Ambassador Over Retaliatory Sanctions

Russia barred entry to eight EU officials in response to its sanctions over abuses including the jailing of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.

restrictive measures

Russia Bars EU Officials as Latest Row Escalates

Moscow said its move was a response to sanctions imposed by the EU over the jailing of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.

opinion Maria Shagina

Don’t Underestimate Importance of Joe Biden’s First Sanctions Move

The U.S. has paved the way for much tougher measures in the future, should Russia not change its behavior.

anti-corruption efforts

UK Announces Global Magnitsky Sanctions

London's move closely mirrors similar restrictions in Washington and also by the Canadian government.

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