The North called the seizure “a flagrant act of robbery.” The United States says the cargo vessel was being used to violate international sanctions.
Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
North Korea Demands Return of Cargo Ship Seized by U.S.
The North called the seizure “a flagrant act of robbery.” The United States says the cargo vessel was being used to violate international sanctions.
U.S. Sanctions Cut Deep, but Iran Seems Unlikely to Budge
President Hassan Rouhani likened the impact of the sanctions to the economic pain Iran suffered during its long war with Iraq.
Cuba Rations Staple Foods and Soap in Face of Economic Crisis
The commerce minister blamed the Trump administration’s hardening trade embargo, but economists give equal or greater blame to a plunge in aid from Venezuela.
Nuclear Deal Traps E.U. Between Iran and U.S.
Iran said it would move farther to withdraw from the nuclear deal unless Europe, Russia and China protected its banks and trade.
Iran Appears Ready to Reduce Compliance With Nuclear Deal
The Iranians hinted that they would reduce their compliance with the Iranian nuclear agreement on the eve of the anniversary of President Trump’s repudiation of the deal.
Trump Supports Food Aid for North Korea, South Says
Despite North Korea’s recent tests of weapons, President Trump supports South Korea’s humanitarian aid for the North, South Korea says.
News Analysis: Why Do Israel and Gaza Keep Fighting? Because It’s in Their Leaders’ Interests.
The cycle of violence-ceasefire-repeat that keeps verging on all-out war may look like pointless destruction. But it’s a strange kind of symbiosis.
In Push for Trade Deal, Trump Administration Shelves Sanctions Over China’s Crackdown on Uighurs
During trade talks, U.S. officials have avoided confronting China about its persecution of Uighurs despite bipartisan pressure, fearing such a move could harm a deal.
North Korea Launches Short-Range Projectiles, South Says
The move is likely to raise tensions as denuclearization talks with the United States remain stalled.