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US Imposes Sanctions on Colombian President Petro Over Alleged Drug Trafficking Failures
Oct 25, 2025 03:33 am CST
The United States has implemented sanctions against Colombian President Gustavo Petro, his wife, and son, citing failure to curb drug trafficking activities. This action comes amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations, with President Trump terminating aid to Colombia and threatening tariffs on Colombian goods. Petro has responded defiantly to the sanctions while continuing to condemn US operations against suspected drug vessels in the region.
India's Strategic Trade Stance: No Rushed Agreements Amid Russian Oil Controversy
Oct 24, 2025 05:42 pm CST
India's Trade Minister Piyush Goyal delivers a firm message at Berlin Global Dialogue, asserting India's sovereignty in trade decisions amid EU concerns over Russian oil imports. The statement comes as India navigates complex negotiations with the EU and US while facing pressure to reduce Russian crude purchases under new sanctions.
US Treasury Sanctions Over 50 Entities Including Indian Nationals for Iranian Oil Trade Violations
Oct 10, 2025 09:56 am CST
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on more than 50 individuals, entities, and vessels involved in Iranian oil and LPG trading, including three Indian nationals. These sanctions target networks enabling billions in Iranian petroleum exports that fund terrorist activities. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the measures aim to dismantle Iran's energy export operations under the Trump Administration.
Putin Defends India's Right to Purchase Russian Oil Despite US Pressure
Oct 03, 2025 10:17 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized US pressure on India over Russian oil purchases, praising PM Modi as a "balanced and wise leader" while highlighting their special bilateral relationship. Putin emphasized that India's oil imports are purely economic decisions and affirmed that India would never allow itself to be humiliated by foreign demands, as the nations prepare to celebrate 15 years of strategic partnership.
Taiwan Becomes World's Largest Russian Naphtha Importer Despite Ukraine Alliance and US Ties
Oct 01, 2025 06:01 pm CST
Taiwan has emerged as the world's biggest importer of Russian naphtha, a crucial petroleum derivative for semiconductor manufacturing, importing $1.3 billion worth in early 2025 despite declaring itself a Ukraine ally. This comes as the US imposes tariffs on India, the second-largest importer of Russian petroleum products, raising questions about Taiwan's strategic relationships with both Russia and the United States.
Russia Confirms India-Russia Economic Ties Remain Strong Despite US Sanctions on Oil Trade
Sep 28, 2025 12:50 pm CST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov affirmed at the UN General Assembly that India-Russia economic relations face no threat from US tariffs on Russian oil imports. Highlighting their "particularly privileged strategic partnership," Lavrov noted upcoming high-level meetings and expressed full respect for India's sovereign foreign policy decisions under PM Modi's leadership.
US Sanctions Two Indian Nationals for Trafficking Fentanyl-Laced Counterfeit Pills to American Consumers
Sep 25, 2025 02:32 pm CST
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned two Indian nationals and an online pharmacy for supplying hundreds of thousands of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl and other illicit drugs to US consumers. The sanctions are part of President Trump's initiative to combat the fentanyl crisis and hold accountable those profiting from dangerous counterfeit pharmaceuticals.
Russia Will Complete Deliveries Of S-400 Missile Systems To India In 2026
Sep 23, 2025 01:36 am CST
Under the $5.43 billion deal signed with India in 2018, Russia will complete deliveries of the S-400 Triumf (Triumph) air defence systems next year, according to a media report on Monday.