Trump may get a nuclear deal — on Iran’s terms – POLITICO
In a world less constrained by international norms and rules, and increasingly governed by sheer power, the strictures…
Switzerland reports rise in frozen Russian assets
ZURICH (Reuters) – The value of Russian assets frozen in Switzerland due to economic sanctions on Moscow rose…
EU eases sanctions on Syria – POLITICO
The relief aims to support “an inclusive political transition in Syria,” says Council of the European Union. Listen…
Russia Says Oil Output Has Fallen Further Below OPEC+ Target
Russian data show oil production in January slipped further below the nation’s OPEC+ quota, according to people familiar…
Saudi Aramco Boosts Oil Prices to Asia as Mideast Crude Soars
Saudi Arabia hiked the price of its flagship crude to Asia by the most in more than two…
Trump Wants Ukraine to Guarantee Access to Rare Earths for War Aid
President Donald Trump said his administration wants an agreement with Ukraine for the war-torn country to offer access…
The delicate task of Syria’s political transition – POLITICO
“Germany proposes to take a smart approach to sanctions, providing relief for the Syrian population. Syrians now need…
Leading EU Powers Call for Urgent Review of Sanctions on Syria
Key European Union member states want to suspend some sanctions on Syria to help ensure a peaceful transition…
Pump Russian gas or face the consequences, Fico threatens Ukraine – POLITICO
“There is no EU legislation or system of sanctions that would hinder Ukraine from continuing the gas transit,”…
Venezuela Challenger to Meet Biden, Putting Pressure on Trump
The Venezuela opposition leader the US has recognized as president-elect is scheduled to meet with President Joe Biden…
Clamp down on Russian shadow fleet after tanker oil spill, says Latvia – POLITICO
Russia’s shadow fleet has been used by the Kremlin to circumvent Western restrictions that impose a $60 per…
US Sanctions Disrupt Iranian Crude Flows to China, Vortexa Says
Iranian crude exports to China have been disrupted by broader US sanctions on tankers, according to Vortexa Ltd.,…