Sanctions

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The web of factors for the diamond industry in any lifting of sanctions could be instructive for other sectors too.

A war survivor says the response to Dodik's separatism must be firm and unequivocal for the sake of regional and European security.

Russia is a financially, morally, and politically risky place to do business — and American companies should think twice before doing so.

Today, ribs of gold and other essential treasures are a major driver of one of the deadliest conflicts in the world.

International courts must respect international law, also in dire times. The International Criminal Court’s denial of immunity to heads of third States does not.

The surprising US response to Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik's provocations has spurred European leaders to take more decisive action.

Western leaders and foreign affairs officials face an uncomfortable reality: they have absolutely no idea how to lift economic and financial sanctions once a war ends and elongated…

Bringing foreign cartels under the umbrella of terrorism may seem appealing, but it is unnecessary and dangerous.

The reversal of Biden measures against Israeli settlers leaves few tools in the event an escalation threatens further conflict in the region.

The effects of President Donald Trump's revocation of Biden's E.O. terminating sanctions against the ICC, and what comes next.

The ruling party is cracking down on protests and aligning with Russia and China, even Iran, risking added instability in a fraught region.