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United States sanctions Iranian officials over deadly protest crackdown

Iran faces its most severe crisis since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, sparked three weeks ago when Tehran bazaar merchants shuttered shops in protest against the currency's collapse. What began as economic demonstrations on December 28, 2025, has evolved into a nationwide uprising demanding regime......

White House says Iran halted 800 planned executions amid diplomatic pressure

The White House stated on Thursday that Iran has suspended approximately 800 executions of protesters that were reportedly scheduled for Wednesday, following intense diplomatic efforts by Gulf allies aimed at preventing a further escalation of tensions. Speaking at a press briefing, White House spokesperson......

Ukraine exposes foreign equipment in Russian arms factories

Ukrainian military intelligence released new findings on January 14, identifying 50 foreign-made industrial machines operating in Russian defense facilities to produce weapons and military gear. The data, published on the War&Sanctions portal's "Instruments of war" section, underscores......

EU moves swiftly on Iran sanctions after deadly protest crackdown

The European Union is rushing new sanctions against Iranian officials following a brutal suppression of nationwide protests that has killed thousands since late December, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Tuesday. "The rising death toll in Iran is horrifying," von......

Zelenskyy says peace documents with Trump team nearly ready

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on January 13 that negotiations with the Trump administration have reached a critical stage, with key documents on security guarantees and reconstruction "practically ready" for signing. This development comes as G7 leaders prepare to meet Trump......

Russian oil tankers pile up at sea as India cuts imports

Russian crude-loaded tankers are stacking up at sea, unable to offload cargo, as Moscow struggles to revive its Indian market lifeline that rescued its oil trade after European buyers pulled back following the Ukraine invasion. Russia shipped 3.42 million barrels per day over the four weeks ending January......

US releases crew of seized Russian tanker after Moscow protests

United States authorities have freed all crew members, including three Indian nationals, from the Russian-flagged tanker Marinera following its seizure in the North Atlantic early January. The move ends a tense standoff that began on January 7 when U.S. Navy SEALs and Coast Guard forces boarded the vessel......

German chancellor condemns Iran crackdown as regime weakness

Friedrich Merz, Germany's chancellor, labeled the Iranian regime's crackdown on protesters as disproportionate and brutal, a clear indicator of the rulers' frailty. Speaking on January 12 during a visit to India, Merz highlighted how daily protests draw growing numbers from all walks of life,......

China vows to defend its interests as Trump threatens sanctions over Iran trade

China has stated that it will firmly defend its legitimate interests following remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump threatening new trade sanctions linked to Iran. The announcement comes amid rising tensions surrounding Iran, which is currently facing widespread domestic unrest. Speaking at a regular......

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