The US sanctions 8 mainland Chinese and Hong Kong shipping companies for operating vessels that transported Iranian oil to China and the UAE, amid ongoing economic campaign against Tehran.
Pakistan fast bowlers Mohammad Abbas and Khurram Shahzad sanctioned by ICC for Level 1 offences during Test against West Indies, fined/reprimanded for excessive celebrations.
The EU has lifted sanctions on Russian sable pelts, easing import restrictions for luxury fur manufacturers, largely due to pressure from Italy and Greece, which rely heavily on Russian supplies. This move is part of a watered-down sanctions package reflecting growing disagreements among EU members over economic interests.
Zelenskiy met Trump in Washington to discuss peace talks, Patriot interceptor production and stronger air defense support for Ukraine. He also welcomed new U.S. sanctions legislation targeting Russia’s energy sector.
Kick It Out reports a record 1,255 discrimination incidents in English football's 2025-26 season, with racism, homophobia, and antisemitism seeing significant increases, prompting calls for tougher sanctions from CEO Samuel Okafor.
Russia aims to increase Chinese tourist arrivals to 5.5 million by 2030. US senators agree on new anti-Russia sanctions. EU warns of economic crisis in Armenia if it leaves EAEU. Global news includes drone tech, oil price drops, and geopolitical tensions.
The US Treasury extends sanctions exemption for Lukoil International GmbH sale until August 22, prohibiting fund transfers to Russia, under General License 131H.
Russian Ambassador to Turkey Sergey Vershinin states that Western sanctions against Russia are illegal under international law, hindering bilateral trade and negatively impacting the global economy. Russia and Turkey aim to reach $100 billion in annual trade despite these challenges.
Au moins 10 morts et près de 100 blessés dans une attaque russe près de Kiev. Des sanctions EU contre le pétrole russe contournées via la Géorgie. L'Ukraine cible des entrepôts russes avec des drones.
China retaliates against EU sanctions by adding 14 European entities to its export control list, barring Chinese dual-use item exports to these entities and prohibiting foreign supply of Chinese-made dual-use items.
The ICC Assembly of States Parties voted to remove Prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct allegations, despite a judicial panel finding no misconduct. Khan's legal team claims the move was politically motivated, citing pressure from the US and Israel following his issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli leaders.
The European Union added crypto exchange HTX, linked to Justin Sun, to its 21st Russia sanctions package, imposing a transaction ban from August 23. The move follows a similar UK designation, with the EU accusing HTX of frustrating Russia sanctions and widening its crypto measures.
Nearly 200 Silicon Valley companies, including Proton and Y Combinator, have urged the Trump administration not to ban US access to Chinese open-weight AI models. They argue a ban would harm US startups by increasing costs and benefiting major US AI labs, while the White House discusses potential safeguards and theft allegations.
Arkady Dvorkovich, former Russian deputy prime minister and FIDE president, suspended his duties after the EU sanctioned him for undermining Ukraine's integrity. Dvorkovich called the decision "unlawful and unfair," with FIDE Deputy President Viswanathan Anand taking over his responsibilities.
Huawei founder Ren Zhengfei has publicly endorsed the 'Tau Scaling Law' as the company's sole strategy for survival and growth amidst external pressures, according to internal remarks reported by Science and Technology Daily. He emphasized it's a path for survival, not disruption.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente condemned the "intolerable, unacceptable" behavior of Argentina players Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes, who attacked Spain's Rodri, Eric García, and confronted Gavi after Spain won the World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Arkady Dvorkovich, president of the International Chess Federation (Fide) and former Russian deputy prime minister, has stepped aside after being included on the EU's latest sanctions list for supporting the annexation of Crimea. Ukraine has hailed the move as a significant victory, while Dvorkovich calls the sanctions unfair.
Arkady Dvorkovich, the Russian president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), has suspended his powers after being placed on the EU’s latest sanctions list. He called the decision "unlawful and unfair" and plans to challenge it, with First Vice President Viswanathan Anand assuming his duties.
China announced export restrictions on 14 EU defense and technology companies, including Rheinmetall and Tatra, in retaliation for the EU sanctioning 14 Chinese businesses over their alleged role in supplying Russia.
L'Union européenne a adopté son 21e paquet de sanctions contre la Russie le 23 juillet, ajoutant 218 désignations. Ces mesures ciblent 14 plateformes crypto étrangères, le réseau de paiements A7, 94 banques et institutions financières, ainsi que 41 navires de la "flotte fantôme", visant à empêcher le contournement des restrictions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet Donald Trump in Washington next week, following a visit to Kyiv by US right-wing influencer Laura Loomer, who has notably reversed her previous anti-Ukraine stance after experiencing an air raid and witnessing the conflict firsthand.
China's Ministry of Commerce has added 14 entities from the European Union, including German defence giant Rheinmetall, to its export control list. This measure, effective immediately, prohibits the export of dual-use items and is a direct response to recent EU sanctions against Chinese and Hong Kong firms over Russia.
Donald Trump accused Canada of "poisoning" US air with wildfire smoke, threatening sanctions and tariffs, prompting incredulity from scientists. Experts assert the fires are a symptom of the climate crisis, exacerbated by policies Trump supported, not a lack of Canadian management.
Russian strikes cut power to 150,000 residents in Chernihiv, Ukraine, while Kyiv's air defenses repelled attacks. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomed counter-strikes on Russian missile component and oil facilities, as the EU unveiled its largest sanctions package against Russia in four years.
