Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
Ties That Bind Putin and Xi Tested by Russia’s Ukraine Invasion
The two autocrats have brought their countries closer together than ever. But for China, the costs of Russia’s adventurism could be high.
More Countries Close Airspace to Russian Planes Over Ukraine Invasion
The E.U. and Canada barred Russian planes in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
Putin Faces Sanctions, but His Assets Remain an Enigma
On paper, the Russian president appears to own very little. Yet estimates put his hidden wealth well over $100 billion.
Russia’s War With Ukraine Is Already Costing Russian Economy
Despite the Kremlin’s efforts to obscure the offensive in Ukraine, the costs of the war were already evident in both economic and social turmoil.
How the U.S. and Europe Are Targeting Putin With Sanctions
The new penalties are a provocative step given how rarely governments, including the United States, take aim at foreign leaders.
Sanctions Aim to Put Pressure on Russia After Invasion
Several countries and the European Union have imposed a variety of sanctions in response to Vladimir V. Putin’s decision to invade Ukraine.
Why the Sanctions Against Russia Aren’t Tougher
Why aren’t the U.S. and its allies imposing tougher sanctions?
Biden Officials Repeatedly Urged China to Help Avert War in Ukraine
Americans presented Chinese officials with intelligence on Russia’s troop buildup in hopes that President Xi Jinping would step in, but were repeatedly rebuffed.
European Leaders Agree to a Second Wave of Russia Sanctions
The E.U. agreed to freeze the assets of President Putin and foreign minister Sergey Lavrov, while other measures will hit Russia’s access to technology