Sanctions
Sanctions Could Harm Us and Bolster Russia on the World Stage
We cannot allow our sympathy for the suffering of the Ukrainian people to lead us into bad decisions that will have detrimental effects on our wealth and security.
Most Russians Unaffected By Western Sanctions, Unmoved By Ukraine War
"We've had an Iron Curtain before, and we still managed to live pretty well," a Moscow resident told Newsweek. "We can do it again."
U.K. Police in Standoff With Squatters at Russian Oligarch's London Mansion
Protesters on the balcony of the mansion owned by Oleg Deripaska suggested that the sanctioned billionaire's building be used to house Ukrainian refugees.
China Greenlights Russia to Sanction Taiwan: It 'Has Only Itself to Blame'
In the wake of its invasion of Ukraine, Russia included Taiwan—but not China—on a list of countries it considers "unfriendly."
Russia Scrambles to Prevent Defaulting on Debt Payments as Sanctions Bite
"Claims that Russia cannot fulfil its sovereign debt obligations are untrue," Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov said in a statement.
Israeli Lawmakers Told to Keep Distance From Jewish Russian Oligarchs
The foreign minister said lawmakers "have to be very careful because those guys have connections and they can call you on the phone and ask you for things."
Vladimir Putin's Daughter's House Raided by Activist Holding Ukraine Flag
French activist Pierre Afner reportedly broke into the Biarritz villa, where he is currently offering solace to Ukrainian refugees.
Putin in 'Strategic Disaster' With Ukraine War, Says Retired US General
The Russian president's forces are "doing very badly," and he underestimated the Western response, Barry McCaffrey said Sunday.
Biden's Ukraine-Russia Response Makes Majority of Americans Feel 'Insecure'
Approval of the president's handling of the war has ticked upward, however, rising from 41 percent to 46 percent.
Italy Seizes $578M Yacht of Putin's 'Closest Circle' Member
Video reportedly shows police board the industrialist's 470-foot SY A sailing yacht—thought to be the biggest in the world.
'Disaster' Coming for Putin's Economy as Sanctions Hit, Russian Expert Says
Putin has downplayed the impact of Western sanctions, saying they "will all lead to an increase in our independence."
Rising Gas Prices Putting Dent in Spring Break Plans Across U.S.
Prices have been increasing for more than a year, but the recent spike comes as various countries weigh sanctions on Russian oil over the invasion of Ukraine.
Biden Ban on Russian Imports to Cost Putin More Than $1 Billion
Sales of seafood, diamonds and vodka from Russia are banned by President Biden's new executive order.
Exiled Russian Oligarch: Putin's Defeat 'Inevitable' if West Backs Ukraine
As Joe Biden is expected to make more moves against Russia, Mikhail Khodorkovsky says continued support for Ukraine from the West will work against Putin.
Putin Says Sanctions From West Would Have Happened Regardless of Invasion
Vladimir Putin said in a government meeting that Russia can withstand and "overcome" western sanctions.
Russia Warned of Debt Default, Credit Rating Slashed Amid Western Sanctions
The "C" rating by Fitch sends a signal to investors that Russia might soon be unable to pay its debts.
Why Bush and Omar Joined Republicans in Voting Against Russia Oil Ban
Omar and Bush joined 15 Republicans in voting against the legislation, which passed with huge bipartisan support.
Why Sanctions on Russia Will Fail Without Diplomacy
The U.S. has sanctioned dozens of countries over the decades, and there are few unambiguous cases of them changing behavior in important ways.
U.S. Ban on Russian Oil Moves Ahead, Dealing Another Hit to Its Economy
Ukrainian President Volodmyr Zelensky has urged Western nations to ban Russian oil imports.
Over a Dozen Yachts Owned by Russian Oligarchs Out of Reach of Sanctions
Three yachts reportedly were in Dubai, while three others had gone dark, their transponders last showing they were near Bosporus, Turkey.
San Marino's Inclusion on Russia's 'Unfriendly' List Prompts Wave of Memes
San Marino is a small country near Italy with a population of nearly 34,000 people.
AMEX Condemns Putin's 'Unjustified Attack,' Ends Service in Russia, Belarus
The decision from the finance company came after Visa and MasterCard announced Saturday that they would terminate operations in Russia.
Ukraine War Could Increase Some International Air Fare By Over $120
The closure of Russian airspace has blocked routes from Europe to Asia, pushing airlines to find alternative routes that might be more costly.
Russian Elite 'Freaking Out', Sell Assets Amid Sanctions: Ex-U.S. Official
The former State Department official noted that lawyers for Russian oligarchs "are busy right now" as they attempt to move assets and relocate yachts.
Oligarchs See at Least $156M in Property, Yachts Seized in Italy
The five men are accused of having close links to Russian President Vladimir Putin, or the Russian government.
'Why Is This Happening?': Ukrainian-Americans Grapple With Russian Invasion
Michigan has about 39,000 Ukrainian-American citizens, many of whom still have family in Ukraine. Rather than feel helpless, they are fighting back.
Mexico, Brazil Leaders Ignore Their UN Delegates, Refuse to Sanction Russia
"We do not consider that [the war] concerns us," Mexican President Obrador said, "and we think that the best thing is to promote dialogue to achieve peace."
Putin Says Russia Has 'No Ill Intentions,' Pleads for No More Sanctions
The Russian president said that Russia was acting "exclusively in response to unfriendly actions."
U.S. Charges Russian Oligarch's TV Producer with Violating Sanctions
The FBI says this action "should serve as an example to all that we will use all the resources at our disposal to aggressively enforce our nation's sanctions."
U.S. Joins EU in Sanctions on Putin Spokesman Peskov, 7 More Oligarchs
As a result of the sanctions, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov may face overseas asset freezes.