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International

Cuba Condemns New US Sanctions

By BPN News Desk
Cuba has condemned the latest United States sanctions as “illegal” and “abusive,” accusing Washington of intensifying economic pressure against the island nation. Cuba Condemns US Sanctions The Cuban government rejected the new sanctions and said they were part of a long-running US policy aimed at weakening the country’s economy. Havana argued that the measures violate
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International

Trump Says US May Take Over Cuba

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has said the United States could take over Cuba “almost immediately,” making another sharp statement as Washington increases pressure on Havana through fresh sanctions and economic restrictions. Trump Statement On Cuba Trump’s remarks come amid a tougher US policy toward Cuba, with his administration targeting sectors linked to the Cuban
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International

China Blocks US Sanctions On Refiners

By BPN News Desk
  China’s Commerce Ministry has issued an injunction against US sanctions imposed on five Chinese refiners accused of purchasing Iranian oil, escalating the trade and energy dispute between Beijing and Washington. China Blocks US Refinery Sanctions Beijing said the American sanctions violated international law and basic norms of international relations. The Chinese
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International

Scott Bessent Says Iran Blockade Will Continue

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  US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Washington will continue its blockade linked to Iran until freedom of navigation is restored in the Strait of Hormuz, while sharply criticising Iran’s leadership amid rising tensions in West Asia. US Treasury Secretary Targets Iran Leadership Bessent described Iran’s leadership as disconnected from realities on the ground
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International

US Sanctions 35 Over Iran Shadow Banking

By BPN News Desk
The United States has imposed sanctions on 35 individuals and entities accused of helping Iran operate a shadow banking network used to move large sums of money and evade sanctions. The action is part of Washington’s wider campaign to restrict Tehran’s access to global financial channels. US Sanctions Iran Shadow Banking Network The US Treasury […]
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International

US Extends Russian Oil Waiver for Cargoes at Sea

By BPN News Desk
The United States has extended a temporary sanctions waiver that allows buyers to receive Russian oil cargoes already loaded and at sea, offering short-term relief to countries dependent on these shipments. The move marks a reversal from earlier signals that the waiver would not be renewed and reflects concern over energy market disruption. US Russian […]
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US Ends Oil Waivers, India Hit by Supply Risk

By BPN News Desk
The United States has decided not to renew temporary sanctions waivers that had allowed limited deliveries of Russian and Iranian oil already loaded before earlier cut-off dates. The move tightens pressure on energy buyers, including India, at a time when global crude markets remain sensitive to disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. US Sanctions Waiver […]
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National

Indian Refiners Eye Iranian Oil Return

By BPN News Desk
Indian refiners are exploring the possibility of buying Iranian crude again after the United States issued a temporary sanctions waiver covering Iranian oil already at sea. The move comes as refiners across Asia search for replacement supplies amid disruption in the Strait of Hormuz and pressure on regional energy markets. Indian Refiners Eye Return To […]
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International

Trump Questions Iran’s Capitulation

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has questioned why Iran has not “capitulated” amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear programme and regional policies, according to remarks made by US special envoy Steve Witkoff. The comments come as diplomatic efforts continue alongside pressure tactics aimed at influencing Tehran’s decisions. Trump Questions Iran Capitulation Stance Speaking