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The international community continues to exert pressure on Russia with expanded sanctions due to its aggressive actions, including the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children. Recently, Canada, the EU, and the UK have enforced severe measures against individuals and entities linked to these criminal activities. Moreover, Chinese companies are reportedly aiding Russia and Iran by bypassing existing sanctions, leading to further tensions. Efforts to synchronize sanction plans are underway as Ukraine collaborates closely with its global partners. These comprehensive actions aim to curb Russia’s economic gains and influence, with sanctions being a pivotal tool in this geopolitical standoff.

What recent sanctions has Canada imposed against Russia?

Canada has expanded its sanctions against Russia, targeting individuals and organizations involved in the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children. This measure is part of a broader international effort to address violations and deter aggressive actions by the Russian government.

How is the EU responding to the abduction of Ukrainian children?

The European Union has implemented new sanctions against Russia, targeting 23 individuals and entities responsible for the abduction and deportation of Ukrainian children. These sanctions demonstrate the EU's commitment to holding perpetrators accountable and protecting vulnerable populations.

What actions has the UK taken regarding sanctions on Russia?

The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on 85 individuals and organizations involved in the deportation and militarization of Ukrainian children. This move, which also addresses election interference activities, reflects the UK's firm stance against Russia's hostile actions.

How are Chinese companies involved in circumventing sanctions?

Chinese companies have been supplying Russia and Iran with components necessary for the production of Shahed-type drones, thus bypassing American sanctions. This involvement raises concerns about the effectiveness of current sanction frameworks and highlights the need for international collaboration to close loopholes.

How is Ukraine coordinating sanctions with its global partners?

Ukraine is stepping up efforts to synchronize its sanctions with international partners to enhance their effectiveness. President Zelenskyy has emphasized the importance of a unified approach to counteract Russia's shadow fleet and aggressive actions, ensuring economic and political pressure remains strong.

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PACE Committee agreed to drop majority of sanctions against Russia The Russian delegation to the PACE was able to lobby for the exclusion of key sanctions against it from the draft resolution to be adopted at the current session of the Assembly. 146 942 327 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

ес EU leaders support introduction of new sanctions against Russia EU leaders call on Ministers of Foreign Affairs to consider new sanctions against Russia during their meeting on Jan. 29. 55 419 329 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

россия флаг герб S & P downgraded Russia's sovereign rating to junk International rating agency Standard & Poor's downgraded the sovereign rating of Russia to "speculative" level "BB +" from investment "BBB-". 190 136 1 223 Previously in trend: Economic disaster

канада Canada to impose additional sanctions against Russia due to recent attacks on Mariupol Canada will impose additional sanctions against Russia in connection with the deliberate shelling of the residential neighborhood of Mariupol, which led to numerous victims. 62 805 260 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia Russia’s attack at Mariupol

обама Obama threatens Russia with more sanctions - The Financial Times President Barack Obama has signalled that he was prepared to significantly increase U.S. sanctions against the Kremlin. 62 764 188 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

NSDC recommends imposing sanctions against Russia similar to those by the EU and G7 The National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine voted in favor of imposing sanctions against the Russian Federation, like EU, G7, Switzerland, and the United States. 76 614 431 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

обама Russia is isolated, with its economy in tatters - Obama The U.S. demonstrated "the power of American strength and diplomacy." 79 824 307 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Sanctions against Russia

European Parliament supports strengthening of sanctions against Russia in the event of further aggression The European Parliament supports the strengthening of sanctions against Russia in the nuclear and financial sectors in case of its further aggression against Ukraine. 23 740 137

Leaders of all European Parliament groups express support for Ukraine The majority of the European Parliament is united in its position on the full support of Ukraine. This follows from the discussion of the situation in Ukraine, which took place during a session in Strasbourg on Wednesday. Thus, it can be expected that the European Parliament will support the resolution on the situation in Ukraine, which will be voted on Thursday. 60 794 1 205 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

обама Cameron and Obama pledge to keep pressure on Russia because of Ukraine The United States and the United Kingdom will unite efforts to strengthen and continue pressure on Russia to resolve the crisis in Ukraine. 33 600 148 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

EU should not even discuss the possibility of lifting sanctions against the Russian Federation - MEP Brok The EU should not even discuss the possibility of lifting the sanctions against Russia according to European Parliament Committee on Foreign Policy Head Elmar Brok. 11 517 147 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

россия украина меркель германия Merkel: sanctions against Russia to be lifted if Minsk agreement fully implemented The sanctions imposed by the West on Russia should only be withdrawn once the reasons they were put in place are eliminated. 45 582 472 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

нефть Most developing countries will benefit from oil price slump - World Bank Group Gains from low oil prices can be substantial for developing-country importers if supported by stronger global growth. 72 466 572

сорос Soros presented his plan to save economy of Ukraine: "The current level of financial assistance is insignificant" The New York Review of Books published Jan. 7 a detailed article by financial expert and philanthropist George Soros on the renewed position the West should take on Ukraine. 112 687 706

россия украина сша There can be no rollback of sanctions against Russia until tangible progress on the ground - U.S. State Department The U.S. State Department considers the statements of French President Francois Hollande on the possibility of lifting the sanctions against Russia not to be contrary to the common position of the Western countries, stated at the outset. 34 174 333 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

U.S. Department of Treasury targets additional Ukrainian separatists and Russian individuals and entities Washington put 24 Ukrainian and Russian-backed separatists and the militias or entities they lead or support into the sanctions list. 39 445 170 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Sanctions against Russia

санкции Obama imposed new sanctions against Russia U.S. President Baraсk Obama issued an Executive Order (E.O.) imposing new sanctions against Russia. Washington intends to block property of certain persons and prohibit certain transactions with respect to the Crimea region of Ukraine. 114 443 654 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Sanctions against Russia

Canada to impose new sanctions against Russia including gas and oil industry technologies Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird said Ottawa will introduce new sanctions against Moscow on Dec. 19 because of the situation in Ukraine. 35 124 272 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Merkel voiced conditions for lifting sanctions against Russia German Chancellor Angela Merkel has linked probable lifting of sanctions against Russia with de-escalation of the situation in Ukraine. 68 939 290 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

мистрали Russia will not get Mistral since it continues its aggression against Ukraine - Hollande Francois Hollande announced after the EU summit in Brussels that France does not consider the transfer of Mistral to Russia because of Minsk Agreements non-fulfillment. 63 586 483 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

обама Obama signed ‘Ukraine Freedom Support Act’ but there will be no immediate sanctions against Russia - Voice of America The U.S. president signed legislation on support of Ukraine and new sanctions against Russia. 90 137 566 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

крым санкции EU Council imposed additional sanctions against annexed Crimea Council of the EU imposed additional sanctions on investment, services, and trade with Crimea and Sevastopol. 53 366 225 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea

лукашенко Lukashenko wants to trade with Russia in dollars or euros: let them pay in hard currency President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko demands the government to carry on with Russian settlements for supplied Belarusian exports in hard currency. 87 235 230 Previously in trend: Economic disaster

Russia's rich lose $10 Billion in two days as ruble drops – Bloomberg The Russian Federation richest people lost $10 billion this week as the central bank raised interest rates. 35 675 90 Previously in trend: Economic disaster

"Putin does not acknowledge his mistakes. He now has a convenient excuse to start full-scale war against Ukraine," Nemtsov Says Russian President Vladimir Putin cannot admit the complete collapse of his policy, so he intends to write off the economic problems of Russia to the war. 107 842 209 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Economic disaster War

Russia obliged to pay record fine of 1.86 billion euro for Yukos deprivation by Putin's henchmen Russia has three months to pay 1.86 billion euro to former Yukos shareholders. 43 304 202 Previously in trend: Economic disaster

россия "Black Tuesday" in Russia": Russians stormed stores getting rid of rubles. PHOTOS Russians are in a hurry to get rid of rubles. While some are trying to purchase foreign currency, others storm stores. People buy whatever they can before repricing, mainly home appliances, food, and clothing. 390 802 1 228 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Pressure on Russian economy will grow - White House The United States of America do not intend to review sanctions against Russia because of the situation in Ukraine. 79 453 348 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

россия курьез санкции валенки "Our answer to sanctions": Russia presents a new collection of valenki with Russian flag and coat of arms. PHOTO While the situation in the Russian economy is close to critical, Putin's "Russian world" does not cease to mock the patriotic feelings of the Russians. 97 736 308 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Russia made some constructive steps towards situation in Ukraine - U.S. Secretary of State Russia has made constructive moves in recent days towards possibly reducing tensions in Ukraine, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said on Tuesday. 46 752 107 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

крым симферополь EU introduces new sanctions against Russian Federation for annexation of Crimea The Council of the European Union at the level of Foreign Ministers decided to extend the restrictive measures through the illegal annexation of Crimea and Sevastopol. 119 712 709 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Sanctions against Russia

великобритания UK defense minister: Putin’s new aggression could spark war with NATO forces British Defense Secretary Michael Fallon warned that Vladimir Putin was playing a ‘provocative and dangerous’ game by ordering Russian Bear bombers to fly over British waters. 201 384 734 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

EU preparing new policy on relations with Russia - Mogherini The European Union is to finalize the new strategy of relations with Russia in early 2015. 34 851 153 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

ес сша санкции Congress Passes Tougher Russia Sanctions - Bloomberg The U.S. Congress has voted for tougher sanctions to punish Russia for its intervention in Ukraine, moving beyond steps the White House and European Union have been willing to take while giving President Barack Obama leeway in applying most of the provisions. 143 796 384 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

обама United States Calls on All Countries to Cease Contacts with Russia The US calls on all countries not to support the previous business relations with Russia. 100 585 391 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

петренко Venice Commission Has Changed its Previous Conclusion on Purging: There Will Definitely Be Cleansing of Power in Ukraine! - Petrenko The Venice Commission has changed its previous conclusion on the law on lustration. 76 155 168

сша Sanctions Strike Double Blow to Russian Economy – U.S. Treasury Sanctions against Russia in connection with the events around Ukraine, and the continued decline in oil prices are putting significant pressure on the Russian economy. 83 635 277 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

U.S. Department of Treasury Does Not Exclude Extension of Sanctions Against Russia U.S. authorities are willing to strengthen the restrictive measures against Russia if necessary. 13 919 136 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

EU May Drop Asset Freeze and Lift Sanctions Against Three Yanukovych Associates - WSJ The set of sanctions the European Union imposed on former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych and some close associates over corruption allegations is facing legal problems that look set to force Brussels to drop at least some of the targets, according to EU officials and diplomats. 27 086 43

Russia's International Reserves Reduced by $4.3 Billion this Week Russia's international reserves as of December 5, totaled $ 416.2 billion from $ 420.5 billion at November 28. 17 228 89 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

EU to Impose Sanctions Against Tourism and Energy Sectors of Occupied Crimea EU considers tightening ban on energy, tourism in Crimea. 54 206 156 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea Sanctions against Russia

ес EU Ready to Impose New Sanctions Against Russia - Draft Decision of EU Summit The EU is prepared to inject more money into Ukraine and to impose further sanctions on Russia if need be, draft summit conclusions say. 50 142 164 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Merkel Threatens Russia With New Sanctions: "They Will Be Adopted If it Cannot Be Avoided" Berlin’s goal is "indivisible territorial Ukraine." Until it is achieved, sanctions against Russia will continue. 25 370 71 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Interpol Considered Yanukovych and His Henchmen Persecution to Be Politically Charged and Refused to Put them in International Wanted List Interpol refuses to issue an international arrest warrant against former President Viktor Yanukovych and six more former Ukrainian top officials because it found political persecution in the cases against them. Vitalii Yarema assures that the agency had been provided with all the necessary materials. 70 478 296

янукович Yanukovych Was Trying to Withdraw 20 Million Hryvnia from Oshchadbank Accounts to Bring Money Abroad - Yarema Pechersk district court of Kyiv refused to release 20 million hryvnia on the accounts of former President Viktor Yanukovych in state-owned Oshchadbank – one of the largest banks in Ukraine. 59 555 77

EU Amended Economic Sanctions Against Russia Regulations Brussels clarified the wording of regulations concerning sanctions on oil production imposed against Russia. 54 227 140 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

House of Representatives Passes Resolution Calling on Obama to Introduce New Sanctions Against Russia and Provide Weapons to Ukraine The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a resolution Thursday condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin's policy of "aggression" in Ukraine and other neighboring countries. 66 957 316 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Putin’s Doctrine Has no Room for Dialogue, There is Only War: Kremlin's Appetite Stretches Beyond Ukraine, Caucasus and Balkans - MEP There is no room for negotiations and normalization of relations in Putin’s doctrine, but it has plenty for provocation, invasion, annexation, war and unprecedented state propaganda. 42 259 78 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Sanctions against Russia