sanctions

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They are pursuing negotiations aimed at securing maritime access through the strait and creating space for broader talks on sanctions and Iran’s nuclear program.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

As the senator later put it, “A Government cannot be republican in form which sanctions inequality of rights.”

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

"Just like the country, the national team went through many difficult circumstances, including wars, political and economic challenges, and at times international sanctions," Allawi said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Her home country Japan has backed Ukraine since the start of the Russian offensive and joined Western sanctions against Moscow.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Back at the time of the sanctions controversy, Spassky wasn’t indicted by the French, and Lothar Schmid wasn’t indicted by the Germans.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady