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* Briefly introduce the new sanctions imposed by Canada. * Mention the individuals and organizations targeted. * Contextualize the sanctions within the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Background on Canada's Foreign Policy * Overview of Canada's stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. * Historical perspective on Canada's foreign policy towards Russia. * Previous
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Direct Speech: "When a country grossly violates international rules, you cannot just return to business as usual. That is why Switzerland has clearly condemned the aggressive war from the beginning and fully joined the EU's sanctions." Details: Berset recalled that Russia's aggressive war against
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Amid the spiraling tensions and ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe, an investigation has surfaced revealing a disturbing loophole in international sanctions—German-manufactured firearms and nearly eight million rounds of ammunition have reportedly found their way into Russian hands since the start of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This report comes
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In the swirl of international affairs and sanctions, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba's recent statements in Brussels underscore a mounting concern over Europe's energy dependencies. His remarks highlight Ukraine's disappointment with the European Union's hesitance to impose sanctions against the Russian nuclear
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In an unprecedented acknowledgment of compliance failures, at least 127 companies in the United Kingdom have voluntarily admitted to breaching sanctions imposed on Russia since the start of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This news, originally reported by "European Pravda" and the Financial Times citing a response from
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In a significant move that reflects the ongoing geopolitical shifts and the growing isolation of Russia from the global economy, Google and 11 other Western companies have completely withdrawn from the Russian market in October 2023. This exodus was documented in a monitoring report by the KSE Institute within the
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In a significant expansion of punitive measures against Moscow, the United States announced on Thursday a sweeping array of sanctions targeting a plethora of Russian individuals and entities. This action signals a robust reinforcement of the U.S.'s stance against Russia's military operations, particularly the utilization
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In a revelation that has sent shockwaves across the international community, a foreign board of the new Russian 40N6 missile, primarily used in the formidable S-400 complexes, has been discovered. According to Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President (OP) of Ukraine, remnants of this advanced missile system
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In a significant legal breakthrough, a New York court has leveled serious charges against three individuals involved in a complex smuggling operation, ultimately benefiting the Russian military. Salimjon Nasridinov, a US citizen, along with Nikolai Goltsev and Kristina Puzyreva, both Canadian citizens of Russian origin, stand accused of smuggling electronics
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On a quiet Monday morning, the tranquility in France was disrupted when authorities took Russian oligarch, Alexey Kuzmichev, into custody, sparking a series of events that sent ripples through the international community. The arrest, predicated on suspicions of tax fraud and violating European Union (EU) sanctions, has drawn attention to
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In a significant development unfolding within the European Union, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, confirmed during a press conference in Brussels that the EU is currently working on its 12th sanction package against Russia. This upcoming package is set to include a critical element – a
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In a significant development amidst ongoing international tensions, German authorities have arrested a central German entrepreneur on suspicion of supplying Russia with engines for Orlan-10 drones, in violation of sanctions. The suspect is currently under investigation. The Frankfurt Prosecutor's Office and the Main Customs Office in Bonn provided