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.
Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
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.
North Korea Urgently Needs Food Aid After Worst Harvest in Decade, U.N. Says
The United Nations says four out of every 10 North Koreans are in urgent need of food aid after the country recorded its worst harvest in a decade.
Five Things You Need to Know to Understand Venezuela’s Crisis
Venezuela’s political crisis has deep roots. Here’s the background on the standoff between the government of Nicolás Maduro and the opposition.
News Analysis: With Maduro Still in Power, Questions About the U.S. Role in Venezuela
While the Trump administration got off to a sure-footed start, rallying dozens of countries against the Venezuelan leader, critics say its response had become haphazard and chaotic as the crisis has dragged on.