Sanctions
52 UK-linked companies probed for breaching Russia oil sanctions
The Treasury is yet to issue a single fine for breaching sanctions against supplying Russian oil.
US announces sanctions against Russian state media
A Kremlin news outlet was accused of working hand-in-hand with the Russian military and running fundraising campaigns to pay for military equipment.
Lammy and Blinken arrive in Kyiv ahead of visit to show support for Ukraine
The pair will listen to Kyiv’s calls for permission to use Western long-range weapons to strike Russian territory.
Government bolsters Russian sanctions but MPs warn of third country loopholes
The UK has designated over 2,000 individuals and entities under the Russia Regulations as of July 2024.
US sanctions hundreds of firms accused of supplying Russia’s war machine
The effectiveness of the sanctions has been questioned as Russia has continued to support its economy by selling oil and gas on international markets.
Reformist takes over as Iran’s president after Supreme Leader offers endorsement
The move allows reformist politician Masoud Pezeshkian to take charge of a country weakened by economic sanctions over its nuclear programme.
Israel says it has struck Hezbollah targets in response to rocket attacks
The Israeli military said its warplanes struck what it described as Hezbollah infrastructure in the area of Jabal Safi in Lebanon.
India’s Prime Minister Modi to visit Russia, says Kremlin
Russia has had strong ties with India since the Cold War, and New Delhi’s importance as a key trade partner has grown since the invasion of Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin thanks North Korea for support ahead of Kim Jong Un summit
Mr Putin, who will be making his first visit to North Korea in 24 years, said he highly appreciates its firm support of his invasion of Ukraine.
UK announces new Russia sanctions as G7 summit kicks off
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has also announced another £242 million in bilateral funding for Ukraine.