Mass Drone and Missile Barrage Hits Kyiv After Prisoner Swap
In one of the biggest aerial assaults on Kyiv since the war began, Russia fired 250 drones and 14 missiles, injuring 15 as Zelenskyy calls for tougher sanctions.
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Iran Decries New U.S. Sanctions Ahead of 5th Nuclear Talks
Iran condemns fresh U.S. sanctions targeting key construction materials ahead of the fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome.
Iran, U.S. Engage in Constructive Talks; Next Round Set for April 19
Constructive indirect talks in Muscat focused on Tehran nuclear issues and sanctions relief, with a new round scheduled for April 19.
Free Trade Vital as Limits Threaten Global Growth
Kirill Babaev warns that unilateral trade limitations threaten global growth, urging great powers to embrace free trade and remove unnecessary sanctions.
US Sanctions Spur Tech Surge, Gutierrez Warns
Former US commerce secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez warns that US and European sanctions have unintentionally boosted China’s tech growth, as discussed at Boao Forum 2025.
China Denounces U.S. Export Restrictions, Warns Against Trade Hegemony
China condemns U.S. export restrictions as hegemonic acts that disrupt global supply chains and violate international norms.
China, Russia, Iran Push End to Unilateral Sanctions in Beijing Talks
Diplomats from China, Russia, and Iran meet in Beijing, calling to end unilateral sanctions and promote dialogue on Iran’s nuclear program.
U.S. Sanctions on Cuba Reinstated: Another Flip-Flop in U.S.-Cuba Relations
U.S. President Trump reverses Biden’s decision to remove Cuba from the terror list, highlighting ongoing inconsistencies in U.S. policies and raising questions about future relations.
China Pushes Back Against EU’s Latest Sanctions on Chinese Entities Over Russia
China’s Commerce Ministry criticizes the EU’s latest sanctions targeting Chinese firms and individuals over Russia, citing adverse effects on bilateral trade relations.
Western Union Halts U.S.-Cuba Remittances Amid Sanctions
Western Union halts U.S.-Cuba money transfers, impacting families reliant on remittances due to renewed sanctions.