Iranians say they have little faith their votes in Friday’s presidential election will improve their lives, and many are planning to sit it out.
Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
How Venezuela’s Leader Could Stay in Power No Matter What Voters Want
Four former officials in the government of President Nicolás Maduro describe his options between now and an election that could remove him from power — or solidify his grip.
What the Mood Is Like in Iran Ahead of Presidential Elections
A special presidential election campaign is featuring blistering attacks on the status quo by conservatives and the lone reformer alike.
Putin Threatens to Arm North Korea, Escalating Tension With West Over Ukraine
The Russian leader issued the warning at the end of a trip to Asia, during which he signed a mutual defense pact with North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un.
Putin Once Tried to Curb North Korea’s Nuclear Program. That’s Now Over.
Vladimir Putin promised unspecified technological help to North Korea, which could allow it to advance its nuclear weapons program.
Why Is Putin in Vietnam?
President Vladimir V. Putin is keen to maintain the longstanding military ties between Russia and Vietnam, as Hanoi has developed deeper bonds with Washington.
U.S. Treasury Imposes New Sanctions to Cut Off Weapons to Houthis in Yemen
The Iranian-backed militia has in recent months launched dozens of attacks in the Red Sea, a crucial shipping route.
G7 Summit in Italy Gathers West’s Wounded Leaders to Discuss Unruly World
The Group of 7 gathers major industrialized countries, but its leaders are politically weak and Ukraine and Gaza remain unsolved.
G7 Summit in Italy Gathers West’s Wounded Leaders to Discuss Unruly World
The Group of 7 gathers major industrialized countries, but its leaders are politically weak and Ukraine and Gaza remain unsolved.
U.S. Expands Sanctions on Russia as G7 Leaders Gather
The Biden administration is taking new measures aimed at stopping China from helping the Kremlin sustain its war effort against Ukraine. U.S. officials hope European nations will take similar steps.