Russia

US preparing for tough sanctions against Russia and its oil buyers — Graham
The sanctions package provides for a 500% tariff on imports from countries that purchase Russian oil, gas or uranium.

Europe’s largest port begins preparations for potential conflict with Russia
The Port of Rotterdam is working on logistics options for the arrival of military cargo from the US, Canada and the UK.

EU is close to adopting a new package of sanctions against Russia — Stefanishina
An agreement on the 18th package of restrictions may be reached this week, despite the resistance of Hungary and Slovakia.

50 million tons of coal stuck in Russian ports due to industry crisis
About 50 million tons of coal have accumulated in Russian ports, which is about a quarter of the total export volume for 2024. The reason is the crisis in the industry caused by the loss of the European sales market, the “Business Censor” reports. Representatives of stevedoring companies report that warehouses in the ports are…

Kremlin’s oil revenues fall to two-year low
Another drop in oil revenues is hitting Russia’s budget stability, which is already teetering on the brink due to the costs of the war in Ukraine.

Britain raises alarm over Russian submarine
The Royal Navy has raised the alarm to chase a Russian attack submarine.

Russia is increasing illegal fishing off Africa under the guise of scientific research
Under the guise of a scientific expedition, Russia is actually paving the way for large-scale commercial fishing in the waters of West Africa.

Russia is suing Syria over grain it stole from Ukraine — details of the grain lawsuit
Pallada’s lawsuit against Syrian state structures testifies to the large-scale dysfunction of Russia’s grain schemes.

Kremlin speeds up LNG delivery to China thanks to nuclear icebreaker
Russia has sent the gas tanker Georgiy Ushakov along the Northern Sea Route, likely to China.

Russian warship Sparta sets sail for Tartus again
The company’s sanctioned vessel was involved in transporting cargo for the Russian military contingent in Syria.