EU sanctions rules will prohibit direct and indirect transactions with HTX starting August 23, 2026. Withdrawals after the deadline will require discretionary national authority authorization for eligible EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals or residents.
Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least nine people across several Russian regions, including a Wildberries warehouse and a residential building, while Russian attacks killed at least five in Ukraine. An EU naval mission also intercepted a Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker near Sicily.
The European Union sanctioned 14 Chinese companies for aiding Russia's war, prompting Beijing to retaliate by sanctioning 14 EU defense organizations, including Rheinmetall and a Polish university. China's move, with only one hour's notice, targets EU supply chains with extraterritorial measures, causing concern in Brussels.
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 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.
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.
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.
The European Union has imposed sanctions on Olga Korchagina and Pavel Chernyshev, founders of Simbirsk Design Bureau "Piranya," a Russian company manufacturing up to 10,000 FPV drones monthly for the Russian armed forces.
The EU has blacklisted Alexander Zharov, CEO of Gazprom-Media Holding, as part of its 21st sanctions package against Russia, accusing his company of shaping opinions on the Ukraine conflict and undermining Ukraine's integrity.
FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich has temporarily stepped aside after being included in the EU's 21st sanctions list related to Russia's 2022 Ukraine invasion. Deputy President Viswanathan Anand will serve as interim president, while Dvorkovich plans to legally challenge the sanctions.
The EU Council has added Russian investment company AFK Sistema and its first vice president, Felix Yevtushenkov, to its sanctions lists. The EU cites Sistema's significant income generation for the Russian government and Yevtushenkov's affiliation with his already sanctioned father.
The European Union has imposed sanctions on Sergey Belov, Deputy Chairman of the Bank of Russia, for overseeing departments including cash circulation and field institutions. He is cited for managing banking services in front-line areas and occupied Ukrainian territories, facilitating the forced transfer to the Russian rouble.
The European Union has added several Russian gold mining companies, including Nordgold Management and Yuzhuralzoloto, along with diamond exporter First Diamond Company, to its sanctions blacklist as part of a new package.
Arkady Dvorkovich voluntarily suspended his duties as FIDE president after the EU included him in its 21st sanctions package. Viswanathan Anand will assume the role while Dvorkovich challenges the "unlawful and unfair" decision.
Russian newspaper headlines cover a proposed 10-day US-Iran truce, EU military drills in Poland potentially rehearsing Ukraine troop deployment, UK's new PM Andy Burnham's policy outlook, Russia's diesel export ban impacting global markets, and Greece stalling a new EU sanctions package against Russia.
Several EU member states, including Greece, Germany, and Portugal, are demanding exemptions or blocking measures in the bloc's proposed 21st Russia sanctions package. Citing economic damage to national interests, these countries are resisting unanimous backing for new restrictions on energy, finance, and trade.
Major European banks, including Deutsche Bank, UniCredit, and Commerzbank, are suing German industrial group Linde for hundreds of millions of euros. The dispute arises from Linde's withdrawal from a €10 billion Russian gas project due to EU sanctions, which led to Russian courts seizing bank assets.
Kirill Dmitriev, Russian President's special envoy and RDIF CEO, stated that the EU's economic crisis is rooted in anti-Russian sanctions and uncontrolled immigration, claiming sanctions have cost EU countries over €3 trillion.
China is enhancing its legal framework with new regulations and draft laws to retaliate against foreign sanctions and export controls, potentially impacting multinational companies operating within its borders.
NATO is preparing a new military aid package for Ukraine at the Ankara summit, while the EU pressures opponents of sanctions against Russia. The IOC has readmitted Russia to international sports, and Russian crude oil prices have returned to pre-conflict levels.
India's central bank is reportedly urging lawmakers to keep banks insulated from crypto and private stablecoins, while allowing for regulated tokenization. The RBI recommended preventing crypto use in payments and settlements and restricting banking exposure, warning that traditional regulation could legitimize speculative assets.
The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled that individuals in EU countries can face criminal prosecution for reposting Russia Today (RT) videos on open channels and websites. The court stated that EU sanctions against RT broadcasts apply to publicly accessible websites, regardless of economic activity or broadcast extent.
Russian newspapers highlight US-Iran efforts to maintain a fragile ceasefire amid Lebanon tensions, upcoming NATO summit divisions over Ukraine and alliance future, and the EU's postponed 21st sanctions package against Russia due to member state disagreements.
