| 单词 | Russian bank |
| 例句 | That there are ties between a Trump computer server and a Russian bank. Pre-election scoops are arriving at warp speed: A skeptic’s guide. 2016-11-01T04:00:00Z Sobchak said she was keeping the money at home because she didn't trust Russian banks. Russian TV host gets $2 million back from gov't 2012-09-27T19:35:13Z She was recently unveiled as the face of an obscure Russian bank with the same initials as the country's main spy agency. Anna Chapman strips to lingerie in Maxim photos 2010-10-21T23:01:00Z Dexter Filkins finds out whether the Trump campaign coördinated with a Russian bank. Sunday Reading: Donald Trump and Russia 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Across the way, there's another billboard for a Russian bank called Trust. Sovremennik and the gates of hell 2011-01-04T21:31:00Z Some of the new hurdles are mundane, such as being unable to pay to publish articles in Western journals because Russian banks have been banned from SWIFT, an international financial transaction processing system. Scientists in Russia struggle in a world transformed by its war with Ukraine 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z Western sanctions on Russian banks and companies have made it it more difficult for Russian exporters to ship grains and arrange payments, although the sanctions do not specifically target such commodities. Russia's Putin talks wheat, fertiliser and logistics in Kazakhstan 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z Russian banks are proving resilient, reporting higher banking revenues as their cost of risk normalises, and jostling for business from the state, particularly a burgeoning defence budget, and the country's big corporate accounts. Russia's Sberbank posts strong Q3 profits 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z The sanctions include making it harder for some Russian banks to do business outside of Russia. Russia ‘Recognizes’ Areas of Ukraine, Sends Soldiers 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z In addition to earlier sanctions, Western countries have begun to lock large Russian banks out of an international banking system called SWIFT.* Fighting Continues In Ukraine, Despite Peace Talks 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z Moscow also demanded a major Russian bank be let into a global payments system, restrictions be lifted on Russian fertiliser companies, and for its ships to get full access to insurance and foreign ports. Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z The Russian bank joined an agreement to provide a syndicated loan to Luxembourg-based agricultural firm Intergrain, for which Credit Suisse was the credit agent, the document showed. Russian court bans UBS, Credit Suisse from subsidiary disposals 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z It has plans to expand that plant by two Rosatom reactors - a project that is financed by a 10 billion euro line of credit from a Russian bank. Putin needs money to fund Ukraine war; U.S. and its European allies are helping him to make it 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z It has plans to expand that plant by two Rosatom reactors — a project that is financed by a 10 billion euro line of credit from a Russian bank. Putin profits off global reliance on Russian nuclear fuel 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Putin is playing a game of food blackmail, trying to get Western countries to loosen sanctions on certain Russian banks if they want the Ukrainian grain to start flowing again. The West must not bow to Putin’s food blackmail | Trudy Rubin 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z Earlier this year, the European Union said it was not considering reinstating Russian banks sanctioned because of Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine war: Last grain ship leaves Odesa as deal deadline looms 2023-07-16T04:00:00Z With the rouble not trading over the weekend, Russian banks were offering exchange rates well above official rate beyond 90 to the dollar. Rouble opens at 15-month low vs dollar after aborted mutiny 2023-06-26T04:00:00Z The United States and its allies used their domination of the global financial system to remove major Russian banks from the international payments system. Why It Seems Everything We Knew About the Global Economy Is No Longer True 2023-06-18T04:00:00Z An EU spokesperson has said the bloc is not considering the reinstatement of Russian banks. Russia signals end to Black Sea grain deal in July if demands not met 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Major Russian banks have been removed from the international financial messaging system Swift, delaying payments for Russian oil and gas. What are the sanctions on Russia and are they hurting its economy? 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z The central bank ordered Russian banks to limit disclosures soon after Moscow despatched troops to Ukraine in February 2022 and sweeping Western sanctions rattled Russia's financial sector. Russia's Sberbank reports record Q1 profit, raises forecasts 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z Mr. Sussmann’s indictment details how he exchanged emails with an unnamed Clinton campaign “foreign policy advisor” about the Russian bank allegations that were also shared with a reporter. Lack of high-profile prosecutions in Durham probe leaves Republicans fuming 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z According to another document, U.S. intelligence found that officials at Russia’s top intelligence agency, the Federal Security Service, or FSB, were concerned about the insufficient amount of foreign currency held by domestic Russian banks. Russia can fund war in Ukraine for another year despite sanctions, leaked document says 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z The West should impose an embargo on all Russian iron and steel as well as its diamonds and jewelry, the group said, while tougher sanctions should be imposed on all major Russian banks. Pro-Ukraine scholars call for much tougher sanctions on Russia 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z The UK has frozen the assets of other Russian banks, banned Russian firms from borrowing money and placed limits on deposits Russians can make at UK banks. What are the sanctions on Russia and are they hurting its economy? 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z Russian nationals had been facing difficulties opening bank accounts in the UAE and transferring money there due to Western sanctions on many Russian banks. Russian influx drives up rental prices in Dubai 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z One person said such a plan could include the sale or closure of its Russian bank. Exclusive: ECB pressures Austria's Raiffeisen bank to quit Russia -sources 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Another source said Russian banks were importing equipment and plastics needed to produce bank cards via Kazakhstan. Exclusive: Russians flood Kazakhstan with sanction-busting requests - sources 2023-03-17T04:00:00Z Mr. Tutkov said he took advantage of the exchange rate by using Russian banks that had not been placed under sanction to move some of his ad agency’s profits to Dubai. ‘Russia Outside Russia’: For Elite, Dubai Becomes a Wartime Harbor 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z Western sanctions have hit Russian banks, wealthy individuals and technology imports. Russia’s economy holds up, but growing challenges test Putin 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z An Indian refining source said most Russian banks have faced sanctions since the war but Indian customers and Russian suppliers are determined to keep trading Russian oil. India's oil deals with Russia dent decades-old dollar dominance 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Last week, it imposed sanctions on a Russian bank recently allowed to begin operations in the Emirates. Who’s benefiting from Russia's war on Ukraine? Arms dealers and manufacturers 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z It will also target more Russian executives including those at the nuclear power plant Rosatom and others who work at defence groups and Russian banks. UK issues export bans on every item used by Russia in war 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z The sanctions will include Russian banks, technology and defense sectors, and will impact both people and companies involved in the conflict, according to Jean-Pierre. U.S. to impose new sanctions on Russia as Biden meets with allies 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z U.S. leaders still seem to entertain illusions that if we sanction a few more Russian banks or oligarchs, the economic effects will decrease the need for military aid. Opinion: Biden's visit to Ukraine should put Putin on notice 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z The Russian currency may face further headwinds as EU leaders discuss a new batch of sanctions against Russia over its actions in Ukraine, with politicians, military leaders and Russian banks expected to be targeted. Russian rouble slides past 75 vs dollar to near 10-month low 2023-02-17T05:00:00Z The measures, which still require the unanimous approval of all EU states, would target four more Russian banks, imports from Russia, including rubber, and exports to Russia including heavy vehicles, among others. EU on track to adopt new Russia sanctions for war anniversary - sources 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z "While the majority of important Russian banks are sanctioned, there is a lot outside that perimeter that you could go after," said Nicolas Veron, of Washington think tank the Peterson Institute for International Economics. Analysis: Washington pushes for harsher action against banks with Russia ties 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Because of sanctions imposed on Russian banks, electronically transferring funds from the United States is extremely limited. U.S. Embassy in Moscow: Americans should leave Russia now 2023-02-13T05:00:00Z Russian banks stopped reporting financial results soon after Russia sent troops into Ukraine last year and Sberbank only restarted in a basic form in November. Dominant Russian lender Sberbank's profits rise 9.8% y/y in Jan 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z According to the UK government, who placed him under sanction in March 2022, Mr Shuvalov - who heads the management board of a Russian bank - is "a core part of Putin's inner circle". Register of Overseas Entities: What three luxury homes reveal about who owns UK property 2023-02-06T05:00:00Z When Neza asked about the source of the wire transfers from a Russian bank, prosecutors said, McGonigal replied that he had done some “legitimate” work for “a rich Russian guy.” How prosecutors say a top FBI agent sold his services overseas 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z Similar limitations have been slapped on some Russian banks since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine last year. Iran, Russia link banking systems amid Western sanction 2023-01-30T05:00:00Z Their Russian credit cards are declined due to financial sanctions on Russian banks. These Russians, evading call-up to Ukraine, live in a Seoul airport 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Though he has very little money, as Russian bank cards have largely stopped working outside a handful of countries, he receives food from the South Korean justice ministry. He fled Russia's draft, now he's stranded in a South Korean airport 2023-01-19T05:00:00Z Galitsky said by email that he had left Skolkovo and Quantum Center boards long ago and quit the board of the sanctioned Alfa Bank, the biggest private Russian bank, one day after Russia invaded Ukraine. Scrutiny mounts over tech investments from Kremlin-connected expatriates 2022-12-19T05:00:00Z Sanctions have already been imposed on a range of companies and Russian individuals, while overflights by Russian planes have been banned and business with several Russian banks barred. Analysis: EU unity over Russia sanctions falters as Europe's economy wilts 2022-12-19T05:00:00Z The EU Commission also wanted to hit more Russian banks and to impose export controls and restrictions on products like chemicals, nerve agents, electronics and IT components that could be used by the armed forces. New EU sanctions target Russian military-industrial complex 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z So they hang out around a gate where flights to Kazakhstan typically take off, and chat up Russian-speaking tourists who can give them cash in return for money wired from their Russian bank accounts. These Russians, evading call-up to Ukraine, live in a Seoul airport 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z “By sanctioning additional major Russian banks, we continue to deepen Russia’s isolation from global markets,” said Brian Nelson, the Treasury’s undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence. US imposes more penalties on Russia’s financial sector 2022-12-15T05:00:00Z Mr. Sussmann then passed along fabricated accusations that Mr. Trump had a secret communication line to a Russian bank. Heads roll at Twitter over suppression of Hunter Biden’s laptop 2022-12-11T05:00:00Z The latest measures targeted entities connected to Russia's military, clamped down on drones and froze assets of two Russian banks among other curbs. Analysis: EU unity over Russia sanctions falters as Europe's economy wilts 2022-12-19T05:00:00Z The British unit of Russian bank VTB has been placed in administration after sanctions licences were obtained from both UK and U.S. authorities, its appointed administrators Teneo Financial Advisory said in a statement on Friday. BNP Paribas hands its London bankers standardised job titles to ensure transparency 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z Browne and Soden are now using sanctions licenses to realise frozen assets of the UK unit of the Russian bank, Teneo said. Administrators appointed to VTB Capital Plc-Teneo 2022-12-09T05:00:00Z The loans were issued by Credit Suisse and the Russian bank VTB, with three former Credit Suisse bankers pleading guilty to US charges of money laundering over the case. Mozambique 'tuna bond' scandal: Ex-President Guebuza's son jailed for 12 years 2022-12-07T05:00:00Z Mr. Sussmann was acquitted in May of charges that he lied to the FBI by hiding his political motives for providing the Russian bank information to the government. Twitter lawyer James Baker who blocked Hunter Biden laptop story helped ignite Trump-Russia probe 2022-12-05T05:00:00Z "BP will receive this money into a restricted Russian bank account, a clear indication of the historic mistake your company has made - but all the same, BP will receive the dividend," he wrote. BP 'stands to receive blood money’ from Ukraine war 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z Before the latest sanctions, such payments were handled by international banks and subsidiaries of other Russian banks in Switzerland. EXCLUSIVE Russia seeks sanctions exemptions for state bank in Ukraine grain deal talks-sources 2022-11-04T04:00:00Z The IT worker, Timur Ismailov, qualified for exemption as he held a key role in one of the biggest Russian banks. Cyprus, a haven for Russian expats, welcomes techies fleeing Ukraine war 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Turkish banks, he added, risked losing vital correspondent relationships with global banks — and even access to the U.S. dollar — if they did business with sanctioned Russian banks. Russian Superyachts Find Safe Haven in Turkey, Raising Concerns in Washington 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z Mr. Zakaria exaggerated the “far-reaching” implications of cutting back Russian banks from Swift, the financial messaging system of the global financial infrastructure. Opinion | Sanctions on Russia are wide and painful 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z They were struggling to match or "reconcile" the depository receipts on their books with the underlying shares now in Russian banks. Analysis: Russian law on stock conversion baffles global banks, clients 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Western countries have imposed sanctions on Russian banks and wealthy individuals connected to President Vladimir Putin since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began in February, but so far there are no restrictions on buying Russian metal. Aluminium spikes 7% after report of U.S. ban of Russian supplies 2022-10-12T04:00:00Z This includes removing major Russian banks from the international financial messaging system Swift, and sanctioning more than 1,000 Russian individuals and businesses - including oligarchs. Ukraine war: Zelensky calls for more sanctions after 'new wave of terror' 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z The bank had been one of the last remaining channels for financing trade flows between Russia and Switzerland because other major Russian banks are subject to sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Gazprombank to discontinue Swiss operations 2022-10-10T04:00:00Z The allies have also frozen the assets of individuals and Russian banks, and severely limited Russia’s access to the international payment system, known as SWIFT. The Mixed Blessing of a ‘Strong Dollar’ 2022-10-07T04:00:00Z Investors are meanwhile discussing ways online to meet the Russian requirements and how to pay fees to Russian banks. Analysis: Russian law on stock conversion baffles global banks, clients 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Major Russian banks have been removed from the international financial messaging system Swift. What are the sanctions on Russia and are they hurting its economy? 2022-09-30T04:00:00Z Full blocking sanctions on all remaining Russian banks would be a good option, Fishman said. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia over Ukraine 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z The eight MPs, who belong to French President Emmanuel Macron's En Marche party, also noted that Marine Le Pen's far-right Rassemblement National party is still paying off a loan granted by Russian banks. French MPs want inquiry into alleged Russian party financing 2022-09-24T04:00:00Z Washington and its allies have imposed several rafts of sanctions targeting Moscow following Russia's Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine, including targeting Russian banks and President Vladimir Putin. U.S. expects more banks will cut off Russian payment system Mir -senior official 2022-09-20T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal this week urged member states to back a total energy embargo and disconnect all Russian banks from the Swift financial messaging system. Ukraine urges Europe not to wobble on war support 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z The head of Russia's VTB , Andrei Kostin, said on Wednesday the nation's banking sector had largely overcome the most serious effects of Western sanctions and that systemic capitalisation of Russian banks was likely not needed. U.S. bank regulator warns of crisis risk from fintech proliferation 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z The head of Russia's VTB , Andrei Kostin, said on Wednesday the nation's banking sector had largely overcome the most serious effects of Western sanctions and that systemic capitalisation of Russian banks was likely not needed. Citigroup hires top chemicals banker from Jefferies to drive dealmaking 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Andrei Kostin, said on Wednesday the nation's banking sector had largely overcome the most serious effects of Western sanctions and that systemic capitalisation of Russian banks was likely not needed. Russia's VTB: Capitalisation of banking sector likely not needed 2022-09-07T04:00:00Z Then Gazprom cut off a number of European countries after they responded to the outbreak of the war by banning many dealings with Russian banks, businesses and persons. EXPLAINER: Europe struggles with crisis as Russia cuts gas 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z A day before the invasion, the Kentucky Teachers Retirement System sold its shares in the Russian bank Sberbank. Russia divestment promises by US states largely unfulfilled 2022-08-26T04:00:00Z It is exploring ways to work with otherwise sanctioned Russian banks and accept payments through Russian credit cards. Erdogan and Putin: Complicated Relations With Mutual Benefits 2022-08-11T04:00:00Z The sanctions have limited the foreign currency transfers that Russian banks can make from one to another. Putin allows Russian banks under sanctions to halt some FX operations 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z The Swiss government noted that the largest Russian bank, Sberbank, has also had its assets frozen and is banned from providing funds, economic resources or technical services. Swiss adopt new EU sanctions on Russia, allow oil payments 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z Also sanctioned on Tuesday was the Joint Stock Company Promising Industrial and Infrastructure Technologies, a Russian bank that U.S. officials say helped elites transfer assets and cash to skirt sanctions. U.S. hits Russia with new round of sanctions as Ukraine war grinds on 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z Several European energy companies are paying for gas via Russian bank accounts, which convert euros into roubles. Russia sanctions: Can the world cope without its oil and gas? 2022-07-26T04:00:00Z It had hiked the rate as high as 20% in the wake of the Feb. 24 military operation in Ukraine and the resulting Western sanctions that restrict dealings with Russian banks, individuals and companies. Russia’s central bank slashes rate, saying inflation slows 2022-07-22T04:00:00Z With their already limited cash holdings of hard currency, Russian banks have few options for investing foreign currencies because of capital controls in Russia and the risk of funds abroad being frozen. Putin allows Russian banks under sanctions to halt some FX operations 2022-08-08T04:00:00Z Expobank, a privately owned Russian bank, declined to comment on the deal. HSBC agrees deal to sell Russian unit to Expobank 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z The EU official journal also spelt out that the bloc will partially exempt state-owned Russian enterprises and Russian banks from sanctions to allow trade of fertilisers and food to third countries. EU sanctions 10 Syrians accused of enlisting Russia mercenaries 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z Several Russian banks have been cut off from the system in recent months. EXCLUSIVE How an Indian cement maker bought Russian coal using yuan 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z The Russian bank’s risk rating was then raised to its current "high risk" rating of 33.4, incorporating the new systemic indicators. How Russia's war blindsided the world of ESG investing 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z The United States, the European Union and their allies have also placed sanctions on Russian officials and other members of the elite and imposed punishments on Russian banks, airlines and other companies. Russian Strike on Kyiv Looms Over G7 Summit 2022-06-26T04:00:00Z Last week, Deputy Finance Minister Alexei Moiseev said Russia would block the sale of foreign banks' Russian businesses while Russian banks abroad were also unable to function normally. HSBC agrees deal to sell Russian unit to Expobank 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z "We produce commercial concrete, iron concrete and paving stones. We first experienced a shortage of cement back in March, after Europe imposed sanctions on Russian banks," he told the BBC's Steve Rosenberg. Ukraine round-up: Escape from besieged city and refugee camp in Wales 2022-06-22T04:00:00Z Sanctions on Russian banks have largely curbed financial transactions with foreign counterparts while Russia is also blocked from receiving equipment and parts essential for its car, energy and air industries. Russian economy may need a decade to return to pre-sanctions levels, Sberbank says 2022-06-17T04:00:00Z European Union and other nations that restrict dealings with Russian banks, individuals and companies. Russia’s central bank cuts interest rates to prewar level 2022-06-10T04:00:00Z Russian banks have been told by Russian authorities to withhold classified data and financial reports. Depositary receipt holders of Russia's Sberbank, VTB face conversion headache 2022-06-09T04:00:00Z Although the price is attractive, India's big refining companies are facing a challenge trying to finance these purchases, because of sanctions on Russian banks. Ukraine crisis: Why India is buying more Russian oil 2022-06-07T04:00:00Z Soldatov, who co-founded the Agentura.ru website, wrote on Twitter: "My Monday: my accounts in Russian banks are under arrest, plus I'm placed on Russia's wanted list." Russia puts investigative journalist on wanted list 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z IPL said in the letter it wanted a response from the Russian bank within two days of the letter being sent. EXCLUSIVE India Potash's rouble-rupee payment deal stumbles in Russian bank 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z Orcel, a former investment banker, has used asset swaps, switching, for example, a loan to a Russian company with a Russian bank's loan to a European borrower, to cut its exposure to Russia. EXCLUSIVE UniCredit widens search for buyers to sell out of Russia - sources 2022-06-03T04:00:00Z Russia’s biggest bank, Sberbank, will be excluded from SWIFT, the major global system for financial transfers from which the EU previously banned several smaller Russian banks. Russian Orthodox head escapes EU sanctions thanks to Orban 2022-06-02T04:00:00Z Russian banks that had invested heavily in T-bills and had extensive foreign currency exposure soon went under. The Bolsheviks to Putin: a history of Russian defaults 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z China’s credit card processor, UnionPay, refused to work with Russian banks after Visa and MasterCard stopped serving them, the Russian news outlet RBC reported in April. China’s Russia dealings irk US, but don’t breach sanctions 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z Shell told the BBC it had not agreed to "new payment terms set out by Gazprom", which included the creation of Russian bank accounts. Russian gas firm Gazprom to cut some supply to Shell 2022-05-31T04:00:00Z But for foreign Eurobond holders to receive payments in foreign currencies as per Russia's obligations, they would have to open rouble and hard currency accounts at a Russian bank, he told Vedomosti newspaper. Russia eyes gas-for-roubles template for foreign Eurobond payments 2022-05-30T04:00:00Z Russian banks and mobile operators have announced plans to begin operations in the region, where Ukrainian television channels have been replaced by Russian state media broadcasts. Pro-Moscow Kherson official sees decision 'towards next year' on joining Russia 2022-05-28T04:00:00Z To sidestep sanctions, the Kremlin is suggesting foreign creditors open Russian bank accounts to receive payments in alternative currencies to the dollar. The Bolsheviks to Putin: a history of Russian defaults 2022-06-01T04:00:00Z Friday’s sanctions targets include two Russian banks, Far Eastern and Sputnik, that the U.S. says do business with U.S.-sanctioned North Korean entities. US levels new sanctions after North Korea missile launches 2022-05-27T04:00:00Z Major Russian banks have been removed from the international financial messaging system Swift,. What sanctions are being imposed on Russia over Ukraine invasion? 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z He demanded an oil embargo, the blockage of all Russian banks and termination of all trade. World faces a turning point, Ukraine's Zelenskiy warns leaders at Davos 2022-05-23T04:00:00Z The legislation imposes a ban on all energy transactions flowing through the U.S. financial system on behalf of sanctioned Russian banks, unless the treasury secretary allows the transaction to go through. Opinion | Give Russian sanctions more teeth 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z At that meeting, Sussmann provided a since-discredited tip alleging internet communications between the business of Trump, who was subsequently elected president, and a Russian bank. In case by Trump appointee, ex-FBI official says former Clinton campaign lawyer did not disclose client 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z Loan repayments from Russian companies to foreign investors may only be made in roubles to a special Russian bank account. Factbox-Russia's response to Western sanctions 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z The United States has placed "full blocking sanctions" on several Russian banks and financial institutions, including the state-owned lenders Sberbank and VTB Bank, which together account for around half of Russia's banking assets. Factbox: Western financial sanctions on Russia 2022-05-13T04:00:00Z The 22 emails largely consist of internal communications between Fusion GPS and Mr. Sussmann detailing efforts by the Clinton campaign to pitch to media outlets negative stories tying Mr. Trump to a Russian bank. Federal judge orders Fusion GPS to turn over 22 emails to John Durham 2022-05-12T04:00:00Z Prosecutors say Mr. Sussmann later billed the Clinton campaign for the time he spent peddling the now-debunked link between Mr. Trump and the Russian bank. Clinton campaign bigs Robby Mook, Mark Elias on witness list for trial from Durham probe 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z Judge Cooper did grant Mr. Durham’s request to question witnesses about the effort by technology researchers to study internet traffic between Mr. Trump and the Russian bank. Judge blocks purported evidence of Clinton ties to plot linking Trump and Russia 2022-05-09T04:00:00Z But buyers have managed to find ways around those obstacles, including using a Russian bank excluded from sanctions and getting an assist from Citigroup in New York. Good News for Food, Bad News for War: Brazil Buys Russian Fertilizer 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z “We will continue to take action against Russian banks connected to the global economy and systematically critical to the Russian financial system,” they added. Both Sides Harden Positions on Anniversary of Nazi Defeat in Europe 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The United States has imposed sanctions on major Russian banks, including Sberbank, the country's largest lender. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Kishida said that Japan plans to freeze the assets of 140 additional Russian individuals and Russian banks and that it would stop exporting advanced technology to Russia. Confronting Russia will deter China, says Japanese defense minister 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z The United States and its allies have previously united on a host of sweeping sanctions targeting Russian banks, officials and other entities aimed at punishing Moscow for its actions, including alleged war crimes. G7 leaders, Ukraine's Zelenskiy to hold talks on Sunday 2022-05-06T04:00:00Z Brazilian buyers have largely switched to using Gazprombank, a large Russian bank spared from sanctions because it handles many energy transactions for countries that have continued to buy Russian gas. Good News for Food, Bad News for War: Brazil Buys Russian Fertilizer 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The company has also been trying to figure out ways to overcome logistical challenges — including paying relocated staff, given that Western sanctions have largely cut Russian bank cards off from the international financial system. Mass flight of tech workers turns Russian IT into another casualty of war 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z Experts have said the United States can also expand its punitive measures on Russian banks and state-owned enterprises. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Punishments meted out by various Western capitals saw Russian banks promptly frozen out of the global financial system in which they had been well integrated. Explainer: Disconnecting Russia's banks: Sberbank faces SWIFT removal 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z Some Russian banks have been removed from the Swift financial messaging system. Dubai a haven for wealthy Russians fleeing sanctions 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z And though the purchase of Russian fertilizer itself has not been banned, Brazilian buyers have had to contend with sanctions on Russian banks and logistical hurdles that experts feared would still cut off trade. Good News for Food, Bad News for War: Brazil Buys Russian Fertilizer 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z The European Commission has proposed excluding three more Russian banks from Swift, an international payment system used by thousands of financial institutions. Ukraine conflict: What is Swift and why is banning Russia so significant? 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The United States and its allies could further tighten those restrictions and block access of more or all Russian banks to SWIFT. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Earlier sanctions have already hit Russian banks but the biggest bank of all, Sberbank, has been left off the list because it was considered necessary for paying for Russian gas. Russia-Ukraine war: EU plans Russian oil ban and war crimes sanctions 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z The Kremlin can still borrow rubles at home, where it mostly relies on Russian banks to buy its bonds. EXPLAINER: What’s the latest in Russia’s dance with default? 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z Moscow has said foreign gas buyers must deposit euros or dollars into an account at the privately owned Russian bank Gazprombank, which would convert them into roubles. EU energy ministers hold crisis talks after Russian gas cuts 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z That means stop buying Russian oil and gas, sanction all Russian banks, go after all the oligarchs, girlfriends and children, including Putin’s mistress and daughters. Wage war on Putin’s corruption 2022-05-01T04:00:00Z Officials also said countries disagreed on whether sending euros to Gazprombank that would then be converted into roubles by a Russian bank would amount to a breach of sanctions, as the Commission has said. Europe struggles for clarity on Russia's roubles-for-gas scheme 2022-04-28T04:00:00Z Two other Russian banks are included in the proposals. Russia-Ukraine war: EU plans Russian oil ban and war crimes sanctions 2022-05-04T04:00:00Z Mr. Sussmann is charged with lying to the FBI about his ties to the Clinton campaign while handing a top bureau lawyer evidence of ties between the Trump Organization and a Russian bank. Tech executive caught in Durham probe seeks to keep his emails out of Sussmann trial 2022-04-26T04:00:00Z Ms. Le Pen, whose National Rally party borrowed millions from a Russian bank over the past decade, said rapprochement with Russia would be her foreign-policy priority once the fighting in Ukraine stopped. Putin congratulates Emmanuel Macron on his election victory in France. 2022-04-25T04:00:00Z Le Pen has for years cultivated ties with Moscow, receiving a loan of 9 million euros from a Russian bank in 2014 and meeting with Putin in 2017. France’s two presidential contenders: Who’s proposing what 2022-04-23T04:00:00Z In 2017, Le Pen’s campaign was partly funded through a loan from a Russian bank brokered by a Putin ally, according to French investigative outlet Mediapart. Europe fears possible Le Pen presidency in France as a threat from within 2022-04-19T04:00:00Z But the Ukraine conflict and Western sanctions on many Russian banks had made it "virtually impossible for any platform to initiate or consider future plans in the region." Special Report: How crypto giant Binance built ties to a Russian FSB-linked agency 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z Mr. Durham wants to present the Joffe emails at Mr. Sussmann’s trial, alleging they were “in furtherance of collaborating and promoting” the Russian bank allegations, not facilitating legal advice. Tech executive caught in Durham probe seeks to keep his emails out of Sussmann trial 2022-04-26T04:00:00Z In the debate, Macron jabbed at her over a loan to her party for her previous presidential campaign that was contracted through a Russian bank. At a pivotal moment for Western unity over Ukraine, a divisive French presidential race 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z The EU’s 27 countries have agreed to ban Russian coal imports from August, as part of sweeping sanctions also targeting Russian banks and business tycoons. On Earth Day, climate activists set to rally against fossil fuels 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z In a debate on Wednesday, Mr. Macron reminded voters that Ms. Le Pen’s party had taken a loan from a Russian bank. U.S. Braces for Potential French Election Shockwave 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z People close to Binance said it supported the draft law because, once passed, crypto exchanges would be required to partner with Russian banks, allowing customers to deposit and trade significantly more funds. Special Report: How crypto giant Binance built ties to a Russian FSB-linked agency 2022-04-22T04:00:00Z There are several challenges the central bank will have to deal with, including when and how to lift capital controls, as well as the possible need to recapitalise some Russian banks. Russia cenbank head Nabiullina faces full-scale crisis in new term 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z UnionPay and Mir are among few options left for Russians to make payments abroad since Russian banks were isolated from the global financial system following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Explainer: China UnionPay, Russia's potential payments backstop 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z It cited five unidentified sources in large Russian banks. Report: Chinese credit card processor rebuffs Russian banks 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z On the offensive for most of the debate, Macron’s most piercing line of attack was on a loan to Le Pen’s party for her 2017 campaign contracted through a Russian bank. Analysis-Macron cements French presidential frontrunner status with combative debate performance 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z Macron, on the other hand, went for the jugular: referring to her party's decision to take out a loan with a Russian bank, he told her "you depend on Mr Putin". A false start and a Russian loan: Macron-Le Pen debate takeaways 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z Russia's jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny on Wednesday appealed to French voters to back Emmanuel Macron because of a Russian bank loan to her party and what he called "selling political influence to Putin". French election: Macron and Le Pen to clash in TV presidential debate 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z The high penetration rate has prompted Russian banks to turn to UnionPay after Western nations imposed an array of sanctions. Explainer: China UnionPay, Russia's potential payments backstop 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z Olga Anufrieva, deputy chair of parliament’s budget committee, said the new amendment “greatly simplifies the registration and opening of an account” with a Russian bank. Russia tweaks tax code to make it easier for foreign firms to pay in roubles 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ensuing Western sanctions have already forced the European units of some Russian banks out of business and caused some European lenders to leave Russia or consider such a move. All large euro zone banks can withstand Russian write-off, ECB says 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z Despite widespread economic sanctions against Russian banks and individuals, the EU continues to send around $850 million per day to Russia for oil and gas, even as EU governments condemn the war in Ukraine. German bosses, unions jointly oppose boycott of Russian gas 2022-04-18T04:00:00Z Credit cards issued by Russian banks don’t work in the Norwegian financial system amid international sanctions. Tensions over Russia-Ukraine war deepen the chill near the North Pole 2022-04-14T04:00:00Z Prosecutors say Mr. Sussmann lied to Mr. Baker when he presented evidence of purported back-channel communications between the Trump Organization and a Russian bank. Federal judge nixes ex-Clinton lawyer’s bid to dismiss criminal charges filed by special counsel 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z But the Munich court said that the SVR handler pretended that he worked for a Russian bank and needed information for private investments. German court hands Russian man suspended sentence for space tech spying 2022-04-13T04:00:00Z Her campaign in that race was partly financed by a Russian bank, which she is still reimbursing. Analysis: Eyeing win, inflation debate gives Le Pen chance to lay Russia ghosts to rest 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z He said via an interpreter that he urges sanctions on all Russian banks and called for Europe to “get rid of their oil,” Live Updates | WTO sees war weighing on global trade growth 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z In 2014, when Crimea was annexed by Russia, her political party received a loan from a Russian bank with alleged ties to the Kremlin. Marine Le Pen says she opposes sanctions on Russian gas 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z A National Rally campaign leaflet distributed this year depicted her shaking hands with the Russian president, and the party funded itself with a 9 million euro loan from a Russian bank in 2014. Opinion | In the battle against Putinism, France is the new front 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z European sanctions authorities also cited his stakes in a Russian bank that has enriched Putin allies, as well as in media companies accused of broadcasting anti-Ukraine propaganda. U.S. hunt for Russian oligarchs’ huge fortunes faces barriers offshore He made his fortune buying up energy assets and major stakes in Russian banks after the fall of the Soviet Union. Hidden wealth of one of Putin’s 'inner circle' revealed 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z Joining U.S.-led international sanctions against Moscow, South Korea has already banned the export of strategic materials to Russia and ended transactions with key Russian banks and sovereign wealth funds. Zelenskyy asks South Korea to provide arms to fight Russia 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z She has in the past expressed her admiration for Russia's Vladimir Putin and relied on a Russian bank loan for her 2017 presidential campaign. French election: Macron v Le Pen - two visions for presidency 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z The sanctions have ranged from cutting ties with Russian banks and targeting Russian politicians and oligarchs to banning luxury goods imports and flights. War to cut Ukraine's economy by almost half 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z Her party received a bank loan from a Russian bank in 2014 and she was hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin shortly before the 2017 presidential election. Explainer-Macron or Le Pen: why it matters for France, the EU and the West 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z Ukraine: Marine Le Pen has cultivated ties with Moscow, receiving a loan of 9 million euros from a Russian bank in 2014 and meeting with Putin in 2017. France’s top presidential contenders: Who’s proposing what 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z "Such a step of Ukraine can serve as an example for our Western partners and stimulate them to strengthen sanctions against Russia, including the implementation of the energy embargo and isolation of all Russian banks." Ukraine bans all imports from Russia 2022-04-10T04:00:00Z On Friday, the European Union formally approved its fifth round of sanctions against Moscow, which included a ban on Russian coal and restrictions on Russian banks, oligarchs and Kremlin officials. Missile Strike in Eastern Ukraine Kills 50 Awaiting Train to Escape 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z The measures also prevent many Russian vessels and trucks from accessing the EU, further crippling trade, and will ban all transactions with four Russian banks, including VTB. EU adopts new sanctions against Russia including coal import ban 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z Ukraine has condemned that position and has called for, on top of a slew of global sanctions already in place, all Russian banks to be cut off from the global financial system. Ukraine presses NATO for immediate aid: ‘Weapons, weapons, weapons’ 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z Vladimir Putin publicly backed Marine Le Pen during the last presidential race here, and her National Rally party is currently repaying a loan from a Russian bank. French election: Far-right Le Pen closes in on Macron ahead of vote 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z The Ukrainian president called for sanctions on all Russian banks and a ban on Russian ships from entering ports as a way of hindering Russia’s ability to finance the war. Live Updates | Moscow vows response to latest US sanctions 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z He reiterated calls that the democratic world reject Russian oil and completely block Russian banks from the international finance system. Ukraine's Zelenskiy says Russia must be brought to justice 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z She addressed the House Financial Services Committee as the United States rolled out a new array of sanctions on Russian banks and state-owned enterprises and on the adult children of President Vladimir V. Putin. Yellen says the aim is ‘maximum pain’ for Russia without hurting the U.S. economy. 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z The Biden administration on Wednesday announced new measures targeting Putin’s adult children and additional Russian banks. Ukraine presses NATO for immediate aid: ‘Weapons, weapons, weapons’ 2022-04-07T04:00:00Z The United States is also expected to impose broad sanctions on two Russian banks. Civilians Flee Eastern Ukraine as Signs Point to Stepped-Up Russian Attack 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z Britain launched additional sanctions against eight Russian oligarchs and two Russian banks and vowed to end all dependency on Russian coal and oil by the end of 2022. Eastern Ukraine braces for renewed assault as Russia regroups 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z In reaction to the alleged atrocities outside Kyiv, the U.S. announced sanctions against Putin’s two adult daughters and said it is toughening penalties against Russian banks. Ukraine girds for renewed Russian offensive on eastern front 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z In an early morning video address, Zelenskiy also said he would continue to insist Russian banks be completely blocked from the international finance system. Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Delay on Russia oil embargo decision is costing lives 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z The Biden administration on Wednesday imposed a fresh round of sanctions on two Russian banks and wealthy individuals, including President Vladimir Putin’s daughters, following revelations of atrocities in Ukraine, the White House announced. Biden administration imposes new sanctions on Russia, Putin's daughters 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z "We have to cut ties of the Russian banks to the global system and cut the sources of their income from oil that they use for their weapons and killing." Ukraine war: President Zelensky addresses Irish parliament 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z “But it will take a gas/oil embargo and de-SWIFTing of all Russian banks to stop Putin. Difficult times require difficult decisions.” More Western sanctions to hit Russia after Bucha killings 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z The new package of measures proposed by the commission also includes sanctions on more individuals and four key Russian banks, among them VTB, the second-largest Russian bank. EU council head suggests giving asylum to Russian deserters 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z The United States targeted Russian banks and elites with a new round of sanctions on Wednesday. Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Delay on Russia oil embargo decision is costing lives 2022-04-06T04:00:00Z Russian customers were unable to pay €90,000 owed for delivered fans because of sanctions on Russian banks, Ms. Oriez said. ‘Russia Is Half of Our Business.’ Or It Was. 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Mr. Sussmann told the bureau about alleged secret communications between the Trump campaign and a Russian bank. Clinton campaign lawyer tries to keep Christopher Steele, dossier out of trial 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z In response to the invasion of Ukraine, Britain and international allies have already sanctioned Russian banks and wealthy elites and taken steps to cut Moscow off from the international financial system. UK urges G7 to ban Russian ships and set timetable for oil and gas exit 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Although most major Russian banks were shut out of the Swift financial messaging system, two of the big Russian banks were not. Russia-Ukraine war: EU eyes sanctions on Russia's oil and coal 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Western sanctions so far have targeted Russian banks and companies but spared oil and gas payments - a U.S. concession to keep European allies on board and present a united front. Why is Europe balking at a ban on Russian energy? 2022-04-04T04:00:00Z Western sanctions so far have targeted Russian banks and companies but spared oil and gas payments — a U.S. concession to keep European allies on board and present a united front. EXPLAINER: Why is Europe balking at a ban on Russian energy? 2022-04-04T04:00:00Z Within days of the meeting, a story about the FBI investigating the Trump campaign’s alleged back-channel to the Russian bank showed up in major newspapers. Clinton campaign lawyer tries to keep Christopher Steele, dossier out of trial 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z That joint project is part of China’s Belt and Road global trade initiative, and is being built by Chinese and Russian state companies using large Chinese and Russian bank loans. Wins for pro-Putin leaders buttress autocracies in Europe 2022-04-04T04:00:00Z Le Pen’s party has taken loans from a Russian bank; in 2017, in an attempt to bolster her standing, she met with Putin. France’s Far Right Turn 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z So far, of the five largest Russian banks, only VTB — the second-largest — has been fully blocked and cut off from SWIFT. Perspective | Russia’s military losses give diplomacy a fighting chance 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z However, despite 1 April being the first day that all Russian gas must be paid for in roubles and through Russian bank accounts, the flow of gas has not been stopped. Ukraine round-up: Possible war crimes and an attack on Russia 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z Gazprombank has been spared from the harsh sanctions imposed on other Russian banks so European gas buyers could open an account with it and let the lender buy roubles on their behalf. Europe pursues payment response as Russian gas supply threat eases 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z Now sanctions on dealings with Russian banks and on shipping complicate that as well. Russia war sanctions mean a struggle for Cuban car owners 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z He said that even if a client uses a non-sanctioned Russian bank, rouble depreciation has made trade prohibitively expensive, with insurers ratcheting up premiums for ships going into the Black Sea. Russia faces rising sugar prices, shortages as traders divert shipments 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z These include adopting full blocking sanctions on more Russian banks and companies, and cutting more banks from SWIFT, the global financial messaging system that serves as the backbone for bank-to-bank transactions worldwide. Despite Western sanctions, Russian ruble and banks are recovering 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z Putin announced Thursday that he had signed a decree requiring “unfriendly countries” to pay for natural gas in rubles through Russian banks. Mariupol evacuations expected after temporary cease-fire is declared 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z Russian president Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Thursday stating buyers must pay in roubles through Russian bank accounts from Friday. Russia says it won't cut off gas supplies yet in rouble payment row 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z Mr. Putin said in a TV address that companies purchasing gas from Russia would need to open ruble accounts in Russian banks, effective Friday, and pay for the gas through those accounts. European leaders again reject Russia’s demand that gas deliveries be paid in rubles. 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z U.S. allies including Japan imposed sanctions against Russia for invading Ukraine on Feb. 24, including the removal of many Russian banks from the global payments system SWIFT. G7 must act quicker on closing digital loophole vs sanctions - BOJ official 2022-03-31T04:00:00Z Petropavlovsk said it was in early talks with its main lender, the sanctioned Russian bank Gazprombank, to restructure its debt after being unable to make repayments. Russian gold miners dig for ways to overcome Ukraine impact 2022-03-30T04:00:00Z The sanctions include restrictions on some exports and a ban on financial institutions from doing business with Russian banks. Biden to host Singapore’s prime minister at White House 2022-03-29T04:00:00Z India's big refining companies are facing a challenge trying to finance these discounted purchases, because of sanctions on Russian banks. Ukraine crisis: Why India is buying more Russian oil 2022-03-28T04:00:00Z Some Russian banks are being removed from the international financial messaging system Swift, which is used to transfer money across borders. What sanctions are being imposed on Russia over Ukraine invasion? 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z Singapore, which studiously seeks to avoid crossing the world’s major powers, also imposed export controls on items that can be used as weapons against Ukrainians and blocked certain Russian banks and financial transactions. Ahead of summit, U.S. Middle East allies show Ukraine limited support 2022-03-27T04:00:00Z Some Russian banks have also been banned from using Swift, the system used to manage international payments, and efforts are underway to explore how Europe can reduce its dependency on Russian oil and gas. Ukraine war: Liz Truss says Russia sanctions should end only after withdrawal 2022-03-26T04:00:00Z It allowed him to develop his own support in Europe among hard-right parties like the French National Rally, formerly the National Front, that received a loan from a Russian bank. The making of Vladimir Putin 2022-03-26T04:00:00Z Soon after Morawiecki’s trip to Berlin, the German government dropped its earlier resistance to sending weapons to Ukraine and to ejecting key Russian banks from a money transfer network known as SWIFT. Long on Europe’s fringe, Poland takes center stage as war rages in Ukraine 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z That would force European companies to deal with Russian banks that have been sanctioned by Western governments. Why the U.S. Can’t Quickly Wean Europe From Russian Gas 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z They froze a large chunk of the Russian central bank’s foreign currency reserves, restricted the sale of semiconductors and other components to Russian factories, and severed many Russian banks from the global financial system. Biden aides explore rarely used sanctions weapon against Russia 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z Boris Johnson's comments came as the UK announced sanctions on 65 more groups and individuals, including a private military firm and a major Russian bank. War in Ukraine: UK unveils new Russia sanctions as PM aims at gold reserves 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z The UK, along with the US and the European Union, have cut off a number Russian banks from financial markets in the West. Russia's cost of living soars by more than 14% 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z Russian banks are blocked from carrying out many transactions, global shipping companies have stopped delivering goods to Russian ports, and a spate of Western corporate departures is depriving the country of consumer products and jobs. Russia’s oil and gas exports are helping to blunt the pain of sanctions 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z Western sanctions imposed against Russian banks and prohibitions on Russian aircraft are complicating repayments of these loans. US, UK, Canada export credit agencies halt support to Russia, Belarus over Ukraine war 2022-03-23T04:00:00Z To date, the sanctions imposed by the United States have prevented American banks and firms from transacting with Russian banks, oligarchs, defense firms and other parts of the Russian economy. Biden aides explore rarely used sanctions weapon against Russia 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z On top of this, the decision by Western allies to cut some Russian banks out of the Swift international payment system is making it hard for both her and her customers to pay their bills. Southeast Asia feels economic pinch of Ukraine war 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z The government relies on domestic Russian banks for most of its borrowing needs. Russian bond trading resumes for 1st time since Ukraine war 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z But the U.S.-led sanctions on Russian banks that prohibit dollar transactions have hampered China's ability to provide trade finance for oil Russian oil cargoes. Pressed to choose sides on Ukraine, China trade favors the West 2022-03-21T04:00:00Z Starved of funds from Europe and the United States, Russian banks are pinning their hopes on a lifeline from China’s financial system. Opinion | China is complicit in Russia’s war on Ukraine 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z The decree also said that Russian banks that were hit by Western sanctions can pay out FX deposits to companies in roubles using the actual rouble exchange rate until Sept. 1. Putin gives cenbank rights to determine size of FX operations with non-residents 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z Russia is facing increased financial isolation after Western sanctions have frozen much of the government’s hard currency reserves held outside the country and barred transactions with some Russian banks. Russia says it transferred bond payment to avoid default 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z Patreon, his other payment option for the Russian club, “kind of works,” but because many Russian banks have been kicked out of SWIFT, he can’t withdraw his money. If you’re a Russian YouTuber, how do you get paid now? 2022-03-17T04:00:00Z Major Russian banks have been cut off from the global financial system, the government faces default, and many multinationals are closing their Russian operations. Oligarchs Got Richer Despite Sanctions. Will This Time Be Different? 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z Banks in France, Italy and Austria would be hit hardest if Russian banks and corporations fail to make their loan payments. Russia could default on sovereign debt, as sanctions cripple its ability to repay investors 2022-03-16T04:00:00Z Even if the payments were made, economic sanctions would make it difficult for Western lenders to access the rubles if they are in Russian bank accounts. Dollars or Rubles? Russian Debt Payments Are Due, and Uncertain. 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z Russia’s government can still borrow rubles at home, where it mostly relies on Russian banks to buy its bonds. EXPLAINER: What would a Russian bond default mean? 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z Russian banks could also be in the firing line with the bonds making up part of their capital buffers. Explainer: Can Russia pay its creditors, and what happens if not? 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z Those funds are gone now, along with most of the company cash that was in Russian banks. Fleeing Putin’s wartime crackdown, Russian journalists build media hubs in exile 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z They left behind jobs and family and money stuck in Russian bank accounts which they can no longer access. ‘Things Will Only Get Worse.’ Putin’s War Sends Russians Into Exile. 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z But on a less visible level, Chinese banks are working with Russian banks to use China’s UnionPay to replace Visa and Mastercard, shut down by sanctions. China wanted to appear neutral between Russia and Ukraine. It isn't 2022-03-13T05:00:00Z Russian banks removed from Swift international payment system • Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple and Google Pay limit their services in Russia • Russian central bank says economy could shrink by up to 8% Russia sanctions: How the measures have changed daily life 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z "I am against Putin, I am against war. I still can't withdraw money from my Russian bank account, but that's nothing like the problems that Ukrainians face." Russia faces brain drain as thousands flee abroad 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z American Express, Mastercard and Visa have completely suspended their services in the country, rendering any of their cards that were issued by Russian banks unusable. Mass exodus: Behind corporate America's unprecedented show of force against Putin's invasion 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z The United States and Europe have cut off major Russian banks from global financial channels, blocked the country’s access to advanced technologies, and blacklisted wealthy business executives who back Putin’s rule and profit from it. Biden, European allies move to strip Russia of trade status 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z More pressing for some Russian banks is their disconnection from the financial information exchange system known as the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, or SWIFT. Russia is turning to China to survive sanctions, but it won’t be easy 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z Western countries have locked Russia out of the Swift financial messaging and payments system, effectively excluding Russian banks from international transactions. China Has Tools to Help Russia’s Economy. None Are Big Enough to Save It. 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z Washington sanctioned more oligarchs and elites, including board members of Russian banks, and a dozen lawmakers. Ukraine at 'turning point', Zelenskiy says as Russians regroup near Kyiv 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z Chinese and Russian banks are already working together to evade financial sanctions. Opinion | Xi Jinping is Vladimir Putin’s co-conspirator in Ukraine 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z By the special counsel’s account, he hid whom he was working for when he approached a senior FBI official with evidence of a possible computer link between then-candidate Donald Trump’s company and a Russian bank. Judge seeks to defuse legal fight that raised Trump’s ire 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Russian banks are turning to China’s UnionPay system as an alternative to Visa and Mastercard, both of which have suspended operations in the country. Russia is turning to China to survive sanctions, but it won’t be easy 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z After Visa and Mastercard stopped their operations in Russia, several Russian banks turned to China’s UnionPay, which offers payment options in some 180 countries. China Has Tools to Help Russia’s Economy. None Are Big Enough to Save It. 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z While Western allies like Australia, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan have imposed sanctions, with Tokyo and Seoul blocking some Russian banks from the Swift global payments system, the impact is limited. War in Ukraine: How Asian economies are divided over Russia sanctions 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Citigroup said Wednesday that selling its 11 Russian bank branches will be difficult because the country’s economy has been cut off from the global financial system. Not all Western companies sever ties to Russia over Ukraine 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z The US and UK are banning Russian oil imports, Russian banks have been shut out of international payment systems, and the central bank has had its assets frozen. Ukraine conflict: Your guide to day 15 of Russia's invasion 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Several Russian banks have announced in recent days that they will use the Chinese service, with some giving customers immediate access to virtual cards so they can get to their savings. Russia is turning to China to survive sanctions, but it won’t be easy 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z Fishman said the first step would be to add all major Russian banks, companies and government agencies to the SDN list before "aggressively" enforcing secondary sanctions on those doing business with the designated entities. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z American Express, Mastercard and Visa cards issued by Russian banks will not work in other countries, and cards issued elsewhere will not work for purchases in Russia. Here are some of the businesses that have pledged to cut ties with Russia. 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z Russia’s central bank, trying to prop up the ruble’s value, limited withdrawals of foreign currency from Russian banks and prohibited banks from selling foreign currency. Russia Bombards Ukraine Cities and Accuses U.S. of ‘Economic War’ 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z Consumer credit would evaporate, with Russian banks cut off from international financial systems. Russia’s ‘imminent’ default would be catastrophic. Here’s why. 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z That could make Serbia a preferred option for Russians who seek to move abroad but whose savings are still in Russian banks. Angry over invasion of Ukraine and fearing crackdown, Russians trying to move abroad crowd into few remaining trains and planes 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z The United States and its allies could further tighten those restrictions and block access of more or all Russian banks to SWIFT, the world's main international payments network. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Some have holdings of Russian bonds and shares, others stakes in Russian banks, and others still sensitivity to secondary effects on Europe's economy. Analysis: Ukraine crisis leaves European banks' renaissance in tatters 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z To get around this major obstacle, Russian banks may start issuing cards that use China’s UnionPay system, which may allow Russians to make some overseas purchases. Amazon’s block on Russia suspends shipments, Prime Video streaming, and New World MMO purchases 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z While Parnassus is supportive of steps like sanctions that cut off Russian banks and technology firms close to the military, he said, the analysis could be different for food companies that serve consumers. Makers of basic necessities face 'tradeoff' supplying Russia with cookies, soap 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z Venezuela's funds held in Russian banks blacklisted by Washington have been frozen. EXCLUSIVE Washington pins easing of Venezuela sanctions on direct oil supply to U.S. -sources 2022-03-09T05:00:00Z Experts have said the United States can tighten its existing penalties on Russian banks and also expand its punitive measures to other Russian banks. Explainer: How the U.S. could tighten sanctions on Russia 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z UniCredit could also potentially suffer an up to 1 billion euro loss due to its derivatives exposure to Russian banks under the extreme scenario. UniCredit flags up to $8 bln in losses on Russia, prudent on buyback 2022-03-08T05:00:00Z Russian banks targeted by sanctions have been scrambling to adapt. Global financial stocks decline as more firms cut Russia ties 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z The UK has already pledged a total of £400m in support for Ukraine, as well as providing defensive military equipment and imposing sanctions against Russian banks, companies and individuals. Ukraine war: UK will boost lethal and non-lethal aid - minister 2022-03-08T05:00:00Z Its statement said it moved quickly to carry out sanctions against Russian banks and others, "and to make needed adjustments prompted by market closures and index provider changes." Mutual fund manager Vanguard suspends purchases of Russian securities 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z The U.S. and its allies have imposed a broad range of sanctions on Russian banks, airlines, exporters, business leaders and even President Vladimir Putin and top Kremlin officials. Russia: We’re keeping track of who’s against us 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z That included open transactions with Russian counterparties, including both Russian banks and other Russian entities, it said. UBS has limited Russia exposure, but sees risks of unexpected increases 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z European banks have been knocked by Western sanctions on Russia and the exit of Russian banks from Europe, but signs of funding stress appear contained. Ukraine upends stimulus exit: Five questions for the ECB 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z People are working through what the raft of sanctions against Russian banks, assets and individuals means for their dealings and holdings, market participants say. Analysis: Confusion, but not panic, reigns in global finance in Russia’s wake 2022-03-07T05:00:00Z Virtually overnight, most major Russian banks were blocked from moving money across borders. Russia’s Ukraine invasion could be a global economic ‘game changer’ 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z The central bank added that many Russian banks plan to issue cards using UnionPay, a system it said was enabled in 180 countries. Russian banks may issue cards with China's UnionPay as Visa, Mastercard cut links 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z Cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by their networks, the payments giants said on Saturday. Visa and Mastercard suspend Russian operations 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z But, he added, the escalating U.S. and EU sanctions on Putin-aligned oligarchs and Russian banks have sent a chill through the industry, with boatbuilders and staff worried they won’t be paid. Fleeing sanctions, oligarchs seek safe ports for superyachts 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z The move means Russian banks will no longer be supported by the companies networks, and any cards issued outside of country will stop working at Russian merchants or ATMs. War in Ukraine: Zelensky urges Ukrainians to go on the offensive 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z Earlier this week, Visa and Mastercard barred select Russian banks from their networks in response to financial sanctions the US imposed on the country. Visa and Mastercard suspend their services in Russia 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z Mastercard said cards issued by Russian banks will no longer be supported by its network and any card issued outside the country will not work at Russian stores or ATMs. Mastercard, Visa suspend operations in Russia after invasion 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z Russia's central bank insisted, however, that all Visa and Mastercard bank cards issued by Russian banks would continue to operate normally on Russian territory. Visa and Mastercard suspend Russian operations 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z In particular, these countries were pushing for personally penalizing Putin and his foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, and suspending Russian banks from SWIFT. How the West marshaled a stunning show of unity against Russia 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z Currently, all but the largest Russian banks have been kicked off the financial messaging service. Blinken visits Poland as Russia’s war in Ukraine intensifies 2022-03-05T05:00:00Z The United States has banned Russian aircraft from American airspace, worked to cut off major Russian banks from access to the global financial system and sanctioned a circle of oligarchs close to Putin. A rare moment of national unity on Ukraine 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z The United States slapped sanctions on a number of Russian banks and companies that it said supported Putin’s regime, helping chill bilateral relations and trade. Russia’s business ties to the West took 30 years to build and one week to shatter 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z Several Russian banks also suggested that they would start issuing cards that use the Chinese UnionPay system, coupled with Russia's Mir payment network, to avoid any impact for consumers. Visa and Mastercard suspend Russian operations 2022-03-06T05:00:00Z “Our total investment exposure to Russia is small, and we are not invested directly in any Russian banks, companies or real estate.” Board that handles WA pension funds divests $100 million in Russian assets 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z Since the fighting started, many politicians worldwide have called for bans targeting Russia’s economy and ability to connect to the world, in addition to sanctions on Russian banks and state-operated media outlets. Microsoft pulls the plug on ‘new’ sales of products and services in Russia 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z The UK government has imposed asset freezes on some Russian banks and individuals with links to President Vladimir Putin following the invasion of Ukraine. War in Ukraine: Tories must sack co-chair over Russia links, says Labour 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z South Korea had already banned the export of strategic materials to Russia and joined international efforts to cut off key Russian banks from global payment systems. Live: Live updates: Japan sends defense supplies to Ukraine 2022-03-04T05:00:00Z In recent days, officials have also moved to bar several major Russian banks from SWIFT, a global monetary transfer service, and prevent Russia’s central bank from bailing out the domestic economy. Oil brushes $116 as stocks waver amid tensions 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z Digital purchasing tools, such as Apple Pay, also have stopped working as Western sanctions cut off Russian banks for ordinary operations. U.S. tech dominance could offer leverage over Russia — or backfire 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z But some Russian banks have now been banned from the Swift international payment system. Ukraine crisis: How much trade does Russia do with China? 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z There, she said Russia's economy must be "crippled" to stop it from funding Mr Putin's war and all Russian banks should be banned from using Swift, an international payment system. Ukraine: Truss to call on international community to step up support 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z The United States and Europe imposed sanctions against Russia's central bank and disconnected key Russian banks from the main global payments system. Mining companies may pause growth plans amid Ukraine war, inflation 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z So far, wide-ranging Western sanctions have spared gas and oil even as they targeted Russian banks and their ability to interact with Western financial systems. Europe scrambles to reduce dependence on Russian gas 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z The size of their assets was not immediately known but VTB Bank is the second-largest Russian bank in terms of assets, the official said. Japan to freeze assets of four more Russian banks from April 2 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z In the aftermath of the invasion, European leaders seemed to set economic concerns aside, agreeing to disconnect seven Russian banks from SWIFT, the world’s most important payment mechanism. European sanctions on Russia will cost Europe, too, early signs show 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z The UK has also worked alongside Western allies to enact sweeping economic sanctions against Russian banks, businesses and individuals. Culture is third front in Ukraine war, says Nadine Dorries 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z And it has curbed purchases of Russian sovereign bonds, barred some Russian banks from Western financial markets and cut off Russia’s access to certain foreign technology products. Justice Department announces task force to go after Russian oligarchs 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Yet the conundrum remains: As Western countries cut off Russian banks off, Europe continues to support Russia’s government — and military — through energy purchases. Europe scrambles to reduce dependence on Russian gas 2022-03-03T05:00:00Z Fitch said it expects further ratcheting up of sanctions on Russian banks. Fitch downgrades Russia's sovereign rating to junk status 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z According to reports, customers of Russian oil are already facing difficulty over payments and shipping after the West's sanctions were imposed, blocking some Russian banks from global payment systems. Oil-producing nations stick to their plan despite Ukraine 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Should regulators decide to close VTB in Europe, it would mark the second failure of a major Russian bank in the region as sanctions from the West squeeze the country's lenders. Exclusive: Regulators prepare for possible closure of Russia's VTB Bank in Europe 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Britain has barred a number of Russian banks from accessing sterling and clearing payments through the UK. Factbox: Russia hit with sanctions from around the world after Ukraine invasion 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Only a handful have been sanctioned by British authorities so far, even as the U.K. has joined the U.S. and European nations in cutting off Russian banks and closing skies to the country’s planes. Some Russian oligarchs speak out, cautiously, against war 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z But he told MPs the UK had so far sanctioned 375 individuals and had led the way on action against Russian banks. Ukraine: Roman Abramovich must face sanctions, says Sir Keir Starmer 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z The British government last week said it would impose an asset freeze on all major Russian banks, including VTB, and stop major Russian companies from raising finance in Britain. Explainer: Russian banks out in the cold as EU unveils SWIFT sanctions 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Brent crude hit $113.02 on Wednesday, its highest since June 2014, as supply disruption fears mounted after hefty sanctions on Russian banks in response to the intensifying Ukraine conflict. Oil price spike could prompt demand slump, MUFG analysis suggests 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Fresh sanctions have essentially barred some Russian banks from international transactions. War in Ukraine Has Investors Thinking About a Second Cold War 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z While Western countries have placed tough sanctions on Russian banks and wealthy allies of Mr. Putin, they have left the Russian oil industry alone so as not to interrupt global supplies and further fuel inflation. Russian Oil Finds Few Buyers Even at Deep Discounts 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The US, EU, UK and other nations have responded to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine with a battery of sanctions including banning big Russian banks from Swift, the main global payments system. Oil price blasts past $111 ahead of Opec meeting; Sberbank’s European arm closed – business live 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z After the EU's announcement on Wednesday, the next shoe to drop would be widening those bans to all Russian banks including those that are heavily involved in energy-related transactions. Explainer: Russian banks out in the cold as EU unveils SWIFT sanctions 2022-03-02T05:00:00Z Other lawmakers have floated a desire to target cryptocurrency, seeking to ensure Russian elites don’t traffic in the hard-to-track digital money to evade sanctions affecting Russian banks. Democrats, Republicans eye large Ukraine aid package, new punishments against Russia 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The European Union and United States have responded to Russia's invasion of Ukraine with a battery of sanctions including moving to ban big Russian banks from SWIFT, the main global payments system. ECB orders European arm of Russia's Sberbank closed, Austria's FMA says 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The package includes a full asset freeze for all Russian banks, as well as new powers to limit them from clearing payments in sterling. Ukraine conflict: UK sanctions Belarus for role in Russian invasion 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The United States and Europe have imposed financial sanctions on Russian banks, individuals and other entities after Russia invaded Ukraine. Importance of Russian titanium to global industry 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The EU's decision to slap sanctions on some Russian banks over the invasion has added to the stranded holidaymakers' woes, with many finding their bankcards are now blocked, the tourism officials said. Russian tourists stranded in Bulgaria by flight ban 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The measures range from curbs on the central bank's ability to use its gold and foreign exchange reserves to the exclusion of big Russian banks from the international financial system. Russia to temporarily ban foreigners from selling assets 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z The value of the Russian ruble plunged to a record low after Western countries moved to block some Russian banks from a key global payments system. Asian shares climb amid Russia-Ukraine talks, oil worries 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Recent sanctions targeting major Russian banks and companies have enraged Russian President Vladimir Putin, who called the measures “illegitimate” and ordered his nuclear forces to a higher state of alert. Stocks recover from early losses as Russia sanctions rattle markets 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z As far-reaching Western sanctions on Russian banks and other institutions took hold, the ruble plummeted, and Russia’s Central Bank scrambled to shore it up, as did Putin, signing a decree restricting foreign currency. 40-mile Russian convoy threatens Kyiv; shelling intensifies 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z The sanctions announced in recent days include cutting key Russian banks out of SWIFT. Reading Putin: Unbalanced or cagily preying on West’s fears? 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Western economic sanctions sent Russia’s ruble plummeting Monday as numerous nations moved to block Russian banks. Hollywood halts releases in Russia, including ‘The Batman’ 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z A volunteer group calling itself the IT Army of Ukraine has more than 230,000 followers on a Telegram channel and is constantly listing targets for hackers to hit, like Russian banks and cryptocurrency exchanges. A free-for-all but no crippling cyberattacks in Ukraine war 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z On Saturday, the EU, the US, the UK and other allies also announced that some Russian banks would be banned from Swift, an international payment system. Canada to ban imports of crude oil from Russia 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z The sanctions against some Russian banks include cutting them off from Visa and Mastercard, and consequently Apple Pay and Google Pay. Ukraine invasion: 'There are no dollars - I don't know what to do!' 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Long lines of depositors materialized at the doors of Russian banks, as citizens rushed to withdraw their funds before the banks run out of currency. Column: How Western sanctions could demolish Putin's 'Fortress Russia' 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Speaking in the House of Commons, Liz Truss announced further sanctions against Russian banks and businesses. Truss: 'Flush out oligarchs' dirty money' 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said on Monday that Britain would introduce legislation to prevent Russian banks from clearing payments in sterling. Europe carves out Russian securities from financial markets 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Ovechkin might have a hard time getting it out of a Russian bank, which may be more frozen than the ice he skates on. LOVERRO: Alex Ovechkin and the day the fun and games ended 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z Among the targets listed on the IT Army of Ukraine’s Telegram channel on Monday were crypto exchanges that the group said were connected to Russian banks. Anti-Putin hackers escalate cyber battle against supporters of Russian government 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z International departments of Chinese banks are likely to be monitoring their links with Russian banks, Han-Shen Lin, senior adviser for advisory firm The Asia Group, said. International banks put Russian sanctions into action 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z They also argued for narrower sanctions that omit major crackdowns on Russian banks, as did Austria, whose Raiffeisen Bank International maintains hundreds of branches in Russia, diplomats said. They Do Business in Russia, and Now They May Pay a Price 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The London exchange suspended membership on Friday of VTB Capital, the trading arm of Russian bank VTB, which has been targeted with sanctions. Europe carves out Russian securities from financial markets 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z The sanctions include blocking some Russian banks from the Swift international payments system, leading investors to anticipate a run on the Russian currency as people try to change their money for dollars and other denominations. Russia-Ukraine war latest news: rouble crashes as markets open; US condemns Putin’s nuclear deterrence order – live updates 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z The response: The United States and key Western allies on Saturday announced severe new sanctions on Russian banks. Historic sanctions on Russia had roots in emotional appeal from Zelensky 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Two leading banks in South Korea confirmed on Monday that while they have not yet received specific guidelines from SWIFT, they stopped trade financing with at least seven Russian banks. International banks put Russian sanctions into action 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z The response: The United States and key Western allies on Saturday announced severe new sanctions on Russian banks. Miles-long lines, the kindness of strangers, an uncertain future: Scenes from the Ukraine-Poland border 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The response: The United States and key Western allies on Saturday announced severe new sanctions on Russian banks. Putin puts Russian nuclear forces on alert as Ukrainian civilian deaths mount 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The move by the European Union, United States and their allies to cut off a number of Russian banks from Swift are the harshest measures imposed to date on Moscow over the Ukraine conflict. Ukraine conflict: Russian rouble plunges after new sanctions announced 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The new set of sanctions were likely to deal a devastating blow to the Russian economy and make it hard for Russian banks and companies to access the international financial system. Russian central bank scrambles to contain fallout of sanctions 2022-02-28T05:00:00Z It follows the economic sanctions announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday which targeted major Russian banks and leaders. UK fast-tracks law to tackle Russian 'dirty money' 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Biden said the U.S. will block assets of large Russian banks, impose export controls aimed at the nation’s high-tech needs and sanction its business oligarchs. Kathy Hochul signs order inviting Ukrainian refugees to New York, ordering Russia sanctions 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the biggest assault on a European state since World War Two, has unleashed a barrage of Western reprisals, with U.S. and European governments imposing sanctions on Russian banks and financial institutions. U.S. urges its citizens to consider leaving Russia immediately 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Russian banks sought on Sunday to calm fears over money supplies and online payment systems. Russians queue for cash as West targets banks over Ukraine 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Financial sanctions, reducing Russia’s ability to raise and move money overseas, are more easily doable — indeed, on Thursday President Joe Biden announced plans to crack down on Russian banks. Laundered money could be Putin’s Achilles’ heel 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z While official quotes for the Russian ruble were unchanged at roughly 84 rubles to the dollar, one online Russian bank, Tinkoff, was giving an unofficial exchange rate of 152 rubles over the weekend. Early signs emerge of damage to Russia’s economy from sanctions 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The U.S. and Europe on Saturday kicked a number of Russian banks off the system known as SWIFT, making it difficult for them to conduct international financial transactions. White House praises Japan for joining the effort to cut Russian finances, banks 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z But the official said most banks worldwide would likely stop all transactions with Russian banks removed from the network. Oil could jump back above $100 as traders assess Russia SWIFT ban, analysts say 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z “The sanctions imposed on Russian banks, while welcome, may not isolate the Russian financial system from international activity. That’s why the U.S. should impose crippling sanctions on Russia’s oil and gas sector.” Biden’s Russia sanctions may let Moscow profit from oil, gas 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Prior to the most recent measures, Western states had announced sanctions against Russian banks and some individuals. Russia central bank urges calm amid cash run fears 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z On Saturday, the Biden administration joined a raft of European allies in agreeing to disconnect a number of Russian banks from SWIFT, the messaging system used by financial institutions for facilitating transactions worldwide. Russian troops press into Ukraine's second largest city as invasion continues 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The measures will include the exclusion of some Russian banks from the global payment system SWIFT, he said on Twitter. EU foreign ministers will adopt Russia sanctions later on Sunday, Borrell says 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Excluding Russian banks from Swift and the Russian central bank from international operations has, up until now, been considered a last resort. How badly will Russia be hit by new sanctions? 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The US, European Union and UK have agreed to block "selected" Russian banks from Swift, an international payment system used by thousands of financial institutions. Ukraine invasion: Ireland to close airspace to Russian planes 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Some Russian banks will also be excluded from the Swift payment system. Russia central bank urges calm amid cash run fears 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Coming on the heels of sanctions imposed last week against several Russian banks, wealthy individuals and Putin himself, Saturday’s actions underscored how unified the world’s most powerful democracies remain in response to Russian aggression. U.S. and European allies bar Russian banks from crucial SWIFT banking network 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The United States and the Europe Union also announced they were moving to sever some Russian banks from SWIFT, a global messaging network that enables banks to communicate their financial transactions in a secure manner. U.S. and Europe take aim at Russian central bank reserves, threatening blow to economy 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The U.S. government has also cut off the largest Russian bank and blocked four others from doing business in the United States. Chelsea football owner Roman Abramovich and the awkwardness of Russia sanctions 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z After Johnson promised new sanctions against 100 Russian banks, defense contractors and oligarchs, to punish President Vladimir Putin and his circle for the invasion of Ukraine, many said the move was long overdue. Londongrad: Is U.K. finally cracking down on dodgy Russian money? 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z A run on Russian banks would see too many people trying to withdraw money. Russia central bank urges calm amid cash run fears 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z “In all likelihood, most banks around the world will simply stop transacting altogether with Russian banks that are removed from SWIFT,” the official said. U.S. and European allies bar Russian banks from crucial SWIFT banking network 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z On Thursday, the West upped the ante, penalizing more Russian banks and targeting the 10 largest Russian financial institutions, holding nearly 80 percent of total bank assets. U.S. and Europe take aim at Russian central bank reserves, threatening blow to economy 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The sanctions agreed by the US, UK, Europe and Canada include banishing some Russian banks from Swift, the main international payment system. Ukraine: Explosions rock Kyiv and Ukraine second city Kharkiv 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z "If it is the banks that are already sanctioned, it doesn't really make a difference. But if it is the top 30 Russian banks then that is an entirely different matter," he said. Analysis: SWIFT block deals crippling blow to Russia; leaves room to tighten 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmygal said in a Twitter post on Sunday: "Thanks to our friends ... for the commitment to remove several Russian banks from SWIFT." Western allies to expel key Russian banks from global system; Ukraine fights on 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z The United States and its allies have blocked most Russian banks from doing business in the West and imposed new controls on technology sales. Column: Welcome to Cold War 2.0. It won't be easy 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The statement did not specify which “selected Russian banks” would be removed, and the statement suggested that some Russian banks could be exempt from the action. U.S. and Europe take aim at Russian central bank reserves, threatening blow to economy 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Earlier sanctions last week, launched within hours of Russia’s announcement of its offensive, included sanctions targeting big Russian banks holding nearly 80% of all the country’s banking assets, the Treasury Department said. EXPLAINER: A look at West’s toughest sanctions yet on Russia 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Previously announced U.S. sanctions against a handful of Russian banks including Sberbank and VTB, took direct aim at the vast majority of about $46 billion worth of daily foreign exchange transactions by Russian financial institutions. Analysis: SWIFT block deals crippling blow to Russia; leaves room to tighten 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z Russian banks would be cut off from sterling markets and clearing payments, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said. Explainer: Russian banks face exclusion as allies deploy 'financial nuclear weapon' 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z "Thanks to our friends ... for the commitment to remove several Russian banks from SWIFT" and for "the paralysis of the assets of the central bank of Russia," he said. Ukraine is grateful for financial sanctions imposed on Russia - PM 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The US and Europe have put a slew of sanctions on Russia since its invasion into Ukraine, and have also moved to exclude some Russian banks from SWIFT. Russia suspends Soyuz rocket launches over European sanctions 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Russian banks could use other channels for payments such as phones, messaging apps or email. Explainer: A SWIFT primer as West moves to freeze Russia out of international payments 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z Manchester, the financial intelligence trainer, said the partial ban would force Russian banks to get more creative in accessing the financial system. Analysis: SWIFT block deals crippling blow to Russia; leaves room to tighten 2022-02-27T05:00:00Z She said that cutting Russian banks off the system will stop them from conducting most of their financial transactions worldwide and effectively block Russian exports and imports. U.S., UK, Europe, Canada to block Russian access to SWIFT 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The EU, US and their allies have agreed to cut off a number of Russian banks from the main international payment system, Swift. West to cut some Russian banks off from Swift 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The Biden administration earlier this week announced sanctions against Russian banks, oligarchs and the owner of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. Ukraine crisis: Communism victims organization calls Russia's invasion 'illegal' and 'a wake-up call' 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z That would let Russian banks make payments via banks in countries which have not imposed sanctions but since alternatives are likely to be less efficient and secure, transaction volumes could fall and costs rise. Explainer: A SWIFT primer as West moves to freeze Russia out of international payments 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The US has put sanctions on Sberbank and VTB Bank, two of Russia’s biggest financial institutions, while the UK froze the assets of five Russian banks. Some Russian bank customers have been cut off from Apple Pay and Google Pay 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z They include an asset freeze and financial ban on three key Russian banks, add more state-owned companies to the sanctions list and ban Russian elites from depositing money in EU banks. Factbox: EU sanctions target Russia's economy, elites and Putin himself 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z On Thursday, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Biden administration imposed sweeping sanctions on Russian banks, energy and infrastructure companies, and a number of individual Russian elites. The US has sanctioned the head of Russia’s largest social network 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The UK announced a package of strengthened sanctions against Russia on Thursday, targeting Russian banks, businesses and oligarchs. Ukraine conflict: Britain sending more arms as fighting reaches Kyiv 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z That would make it difficult for Russian banks and businesses to make international transactions, though it could also risk a cut off of Russian gas to Europe if payments for the fuel were blocked. U.S., Europe plan sanctions on Putin, Lavrov in retaliation for Ukraine invasion 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z The response: U.S. targeted major Russian banks and tech sector with sweeping sanctions and export controls following Ukraine invasion. 13 days: Inside Biden’s last-ditch attempts to stop Putin in Ukraine 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z The sanctions also prohibit any form of lending and buying of securities by Russian banks and government, including the Russian central bank. Factbox: EU sanctions target Russia's economy, elites and Putin himself 2022-02-26T05:00:00Z The response: Western nations have announced sweeping sanctions on Russian banks, companies and officials, including President Vladimir Putin. Ukrainians resist Russian onslaught as tanks and planes dig deeper toward Kyiv 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z But much of the wealth of Russia’s richest isn’t held in the sanctioned Russian banks. US sanctions on Russian oligarchs miss richest of rich 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z The rules prohibit direct dealings with sanctioned entities and "correspondent" banking relationships that enable Russian banks to make international payments via U.S. banks. Western businesses cut some Russia ties over Ukraine invasion 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z He did not answer questions from reporters on Thursday on why he avoided sanctioning Mr. Putin personally as he announced sanctions on Russian banks and oligarchs. U.S. to sanction Putin for Ukraine invasion, White House says 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z President Biden announced Thursday that U.S. and European allies would sanction five Russian banks holding about $1 trillion in assets and block high-tech exports. Russia has spent years preparing for international sanctions 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z Russian banks might route payments via countries that have not imposed sanctions, such as China, which has its own payments system. Ukraine conflict: What is Swift and why are leaders divided on banning Russia? 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z The UK has put sanctions into place targeting major Russian banks, which will be excluded from the UK financial system. Ukraine invasion: UK troops will not fight against Russia says Wallace 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z According to the president, the U.S. is hitting four more major Russian banks with sanctions, meaning "every asset they have in America will be frozen." Biden moves to freeze Russian assets in U.S. 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z There is reluctance in a number of capitals to do that because, while it would hit Russian banks hard, it would make it tough for creditors to get their money back. Cutting Russia off SWIFT is "very last resort" -France's Le Maire 2022-02-25T05:00:00Z In announcing a new round of sanctions on Thursday, Biden said the U.S. and its allies will block the assets of four large Russian banks, impose export controls and sanction oligarchs. Ukraine invasion: What to know as Russian troops sweep in 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z And some analysts have raised the possibility that Russia’s energy deliveries could inadvertently be hindered if Western payments are delayed by U.S. and European sanctions designed to cut Russian banks from the global financial system. Gasoline prices are one way Americans could feel the impact of war in Ukraine 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z French firebrand Marine Le Pen has applauded his statesmanship — and received funding for her National Rally party from a Russian bank. The global right has lionized Putin. The Ukraine attack leaves many leaders on awkward footing. 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z All major Russian banks will have their assets in Britain frozen and be excluded from the U.K. financial system, he said. U.S. targets major Russian banks and tech sector with sweeping sanctions and export controls following Ukraine invasion 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z For now, U.S. and European officials are not ready to cut off all Russian banks from Swift, the Belgian money transfer system used by more than 11,000 financial institutions worldwide. Biden Hits Russia With Broad Sanctions for Putin’s War in Ukraine 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The U.S. sanctions will target Russian banks, oligarchs, state-controlled companies and high-tech sectors, Biden said, but they were designed not to disrupt global energy markets. Russia presses invasion to outskirts of Ukrainian capital 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Countries in Asia and the Pacific have joined the United States, the 27-nation European Union and others in the West in piling on punitive measures against Russian banks and leading companies. World leaders fine-tune sanctions meant to punish Russia 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z “If Russian banks are entirely cut off from the U.S. and European financial system, that will be very debilitating to those banks and the Russian economy,” he said. Biden and Europe waiting on one key sanction against Russia 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z E.U. leaders agreed to a second round of sanctions Thursday evening that freeze Russian assets in Europe, block Russian banks’ access to European financial markets and limit Russia’s access to key technologies. U.S. targets major Russian banks and tech sector with sweeping sanctions and export controls following Ukraine invasion 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Biden said the sanctions, in coordination with a coalition of other nations, would target more major Russian banks and make it harder for Russia to do business in dollars, Euros, pounds, and yen. Ukrainian community in Chicago prays for families overseas, speaks out against Russian invasion 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Biden announced additional sanctions Thursday, targeting Russian banks by freezing assets held in Western nations and limiting Moscow’s ability to import crucial technology such as semiconductors. Analysis: Ukraine crisis reshaping Biden’s presidency 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z He announced U.S. sanctions targeting Russian banks, oligarchs and high-tech sectors. EXPLAINER: Deciding when to use ‘invasion’ label in Ukraine 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Treasury on Thursday said U.S. banks must sever their correspondent banking ties with Sberbank within 30 days, and Britain said it would impose asset freezes against all major Russian banks. Russia's biggest bank Sberbank says it is operating normally, studying sanctions 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Such a move would hit Russian banks hard but the consequences are complex. Explainer: Russian banks face exclusion in new round of sanctions 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Under the latest sanctions the U.S. and its allies will block the assets of four large Russian banks, impose export controls and sanction oligarchs. Why is Russia attacking Ukraine? Five things you need to know 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The sanctions target Russian banks, oligarchs and high-tech sectors, Biden said. Ukraine invasion: Hundreds of Russia, Putin protesters take to NYC streets amid attacks 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The U.S. will also sanction four new Russian banks, freezing every asset. Biden imposes new sanctions, export controls to punish Russia for Ukraine attack 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The sanctions target Russian banks, oligarchs, and high-tech sectors, Biden said. Biden hits Russia with new sanctions, says Putin ‘chose’ war 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The U.S. sanctions came soon after the British government said it would impose an asset freeze on all major Russian banks, including VTB, and stop major Russian companies from raising finance in Britain. Explainer: Russian banks face exclusion in new round of sanctions 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Speaking at the White House, Biden also said his administration would limit Russia's ability to do business in dollars as well as other currencies, and planned to sanction additional Russian banks including VTB. Biden launches export controls to halt half of high tech imports to Russia 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The United States and its allies will block assets of four large Russian banks, impose export controls and sanction oligarchs. Ukraine invasion: Hundreds of Russia, Putin protesters take to NYC streets amid attacks 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Mr. Biden said European allies weren’t ready to boot Mr. Putin from SWIFT, but said the penalties imposed on Russian banks will have “more of a consequence.” Biden imposes new sanctions, export controls to punish Russia for Ukraine attack 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Mr Drakeford spoke before Prime Minister Boris Johnson unveiled a sanctions package in the House of Commons, including the freezing of all major Russian banks. Ukraine: Wales faces sacrifices, Mark Drakeford says 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Russian banks would be cut off from sterling markets and clearing payments, Johnson said. Explainer: Russian banks face exclusion in new round of sanctions 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Western countries and Japan have already imposed sanctions on Russian banks and individuals in response to Moscow's recognition of two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine, but promised tougher measures should Russia invade. Rouble heads to record low, sell-off hits stocks as Russia invades Ukraine 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Thursday that all major Russian banks will face a full UK asset freeze. Ukraine conflict: Zelensky warns of new iron curtain as Russia invades 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Speaking in the Commons, the prime minister said all major Russian banks would have their assets frozen and be excluded from the UK financial system. Ukraine conflict: UK sanctions target Russia banks and oligarchs 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Washington, Britain, Japan and the EU earlier imposed sanctions on Russian banks, officials and business leaders. Shares dive, oil soars after Russian action in Ukraine 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The warning came a day after the United States announced sanctions on two Russian banks and curbs on Russia’s sovereign debt, effectively cutting the country off from Western financing. Putin Announces Start to ‘Military Operation’ Against Ukraine 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z "In addition, we will freeze Russian assets in the EU and stop the access of Russian banks to the European financial market." Leaders' key quotes after Russia invades Ukraine 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Australia will also align with the U.S. and Britain by targeting two Russian banks. EU plans ‘harsh’ sanctions package against Russia 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The United States on Tuesday announced sanctions on two Russian banks and curbs on Russia’s sovereign debt, effectively isolating the country from Western financing. White House Prepares Curbs on Russia’s Access to U.S. Technology 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z On Tuesday, the Biden administration imposed sanctions on two Russian banks and a handful of the country’s elites and cut off the ability of Russia to raise financing in Western markets. New U.S. Sanctions Target Russian Company Behind Lucrative Pipeline 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada said Tuesday that his country would enact prohibitions on dealing with Russian sovereign debt and impose sanctions on two Russian banks. Putin Announces Start to ‘Military Operation’ Against Ukraine 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Italy has been arguing for narrower sanctions that omit major crackdowns on Russian banks, as has Austria, whose Raiffeisen Bank International maintains hundreds of branches in Russia, diplomats said. European Sanctions Target Putin’s Inner Circle 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z U.S. actions announced Tuesday target high-ranking Russian officials and two Russian banks considered especially close to the Kremlin and Russia’s military, with more than $80 billion in assets. Russia-Ukraine: What to know as Russia attacks Ukraine 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The Biden administration has imposed a “first round” of sanctions targeting Russian banks and wealthy individuals. Oil price surges over $100 a barrel as Russia attacks Ukraine 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Some additional sanctions, like expanding their scope to include more Russian banks or individuals would be relatively simple to handle. U.S. banks tackle Russia sanctions fine print, worry over escalating restrictions 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z Washington, Britain, Japan and the 27-nation European Union earlier imposed sanctions on Russian banks, officials and business leaders. Asian stocks plunge after Putin announces action in Ukraine 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Western countries and Japan imposed sanctions on Russian banks and individuals but have held off their toughest measures until an invasion began. Putin orders military operations in Ukraine, demands Kyiv forces surrender 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The move followed a tranche of economic sanctions that Mr. Biden imposed Tuesday against two top Russian banks and a collection of Russian elites. Biden imposes new sanctions as threat of full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine looms 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Russia's escalation of tensions in Ukraine has prompted the US and European allies to impose sanctions on some Russian banks and citizens. Why China matters in the Ukraine conflict 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Such a move could hurt Russian banks but it would also be disruptive for the global payments system and make it tough for creditors to get their money back from Russia. U.S. banks tackle Russia sanctions fine print, worry over escalating restrictions 2022-02-24T05:00:00Z The sanctions only targeted two Russian banks and civilian leaders in Russia’s leadership, including the freezing of the banks’ assets under U.S. jurisdictions. New Yorkers souring on Biden, as poll shows his favorability under 50% in Empire State 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The Nord Stream 2 penalties imposed Wednesday are in addition to the sanctions Mr. Biden slapped against Russia on Tuesday, which included penalizing two large Russian banks and several Russian elites. Biden expands Russian sanctions to Nord Stream 2 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Russian banks and oligarchs with more measures possible this week. AP-NORC poll: Most in US oppose major role in Russia strife 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Le Pen, who accepted a loan from a Russian bank in 2014 to fund her 2017 campaign during which she paid a visit to Putin, was forced to condemn Putin's latest move. Opponents mock France's Macron over Ukraine diplomacy but face questions themselves 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z President Joe Biden imposed sanctions on members of Putin’s inner circle and their families, sanctioned Russian banks and said the U.S. would effectively “cut off Russia’s government from Western finance.” Critics say mild UK sanctions on Russia don’t match promises 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The tranche of sanctions was slapped against two major Russian banks, the country’s sovereign debt and a handful of elites and their family members. Russia warns response to U.S. sanctions will be painful 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z They also agreed to expand previous sanctions and to align with the United States and Britain by targeting two Russian banks. The Latest: Israel supports territorial integrity of Ukraine 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z U.S. actions announced Tuesday target civilian leaders in Russia’s leadership hierarchy as well as two Russian banks, considered especially close to the Kremlin and Russia’s military, with more than $80 billion in assets. Russia-Ukraine: What to know as world awaits next moves 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z He promised a "further package of military support" for Ukraine, with the assets of five Russian banks and three Russian billionaires already frozen. Ukraine conflict: UK leading on Russia sanctions, says Boris Johnson 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Johnson promised Wednesday that “there is more to come,” saying the next wave of sanctions would stop “all Russian banks, all oligarchs, all Russian individuals raising money on London markets.” Critics say mild UK sanctions on Russia don’t match promises 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z The European Union and UK also announced a wave of sanctions against Russian banks and individuals on Tuesday: Ukraine conflict: Putin tells Russians security is non-negotiable 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Britain on Tuesday imposed sanctions on five Russian banks, Gennady Timchenko and two other billionaires with close links to Russian President Vladimir Putin. UK calls in finance heads and regulators to talk sanctions - BBC editor 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain on Tuesday also imposed sanctions on several Russian banks and three Russian billionaires. Global Banks Poised for Turmoil as West Hits Russia With Sanctions 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Australia’s cabinet Wednesday approved sanctions and travel bans that target eight members of the Russian Security Council, and agreed to align with the United States and Britain by targeting two Russian banks. ‘Thugs and bullies’: Nations sanction Russia over Ukraine 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z President Joe Biden said Tuesday afternoon that the United States will sanction, or punish, Russian banks and wealthy members of Russia’s government by stopping them from raising money from U.S. financial markets. Russia’s sending troops into Ukraine causes West to announce punishments 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z In the next step, when and if warranted by Russian aggression, sanctions must hit the large Russian banks, and the West should cast a wide net to punish Mr. Putin’s friendly oligarchs and clans. Opinion | Biden delivers a calibrated response to a threatened cataclysm in Ukraine 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced what he said was a “first barrage” of sanctions, targeting five Russian banks and three Russian billionaires who are members of President Vladimir Putin’s inner circle. European leaders respond to Putin with sanctions. Can they change his mind? 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his country’s first wave of sanctions against Russia, targeting five Russian banks and three Russian billionaires who are members of Putin’s inner circle. U.S., European allies announce first wave of sanctions after Russian troops enter eastern Ukraine 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The Biden administration’s actions hit civilian leaders in Russia’s leadership hierarchy and two Russian banks considered especially close to the Kremlin and Russia’s military, with more than $80 billion in assets. ‘Thugs and bullies’: Nations sanction Russia over Ukraine 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The meeting followed Joe Biden’s announcement on Tuesday about the first round of sanctions against Russian banks, oligarchs and others, with plans to escalate sanctions if Russia advances its invasion. Ukraine-Russia crisis live news: invasion was Putin’s plan ‘all along’, says Blinken 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z Britain announced Tuesday that it was freezing the assets of five Russian banks and imposing sanctions on three Russian billionaires and certain members of Parliament. Putin insulated Russia’s economy. Will Biden’s sanctions hold him back? 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The UK and European Union also announced a wave of sanctions against Russian banks and individuals earlier on Tuesday. Ukraine conflict: Biden sanctions Russia over 'beginning of invasion' 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Mr. Biden announced Tuesday that the U.S. is imposing sanctions on two Russian banks, as well as targeting wealthy oligarchs close to Mr. Putin. Republicans complain Biden’s sanctions on Russia are too weak 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The prime minister announced a package which targets five Russian banks. Russia sanctions: Has the UK gone far enough? 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z British prime minister Boris Johnson announced on Tuesday that three billionaire allies of the Russian president and five Russian banks would face punitive measures in response to their country’s aggression. Ukraine-Russia crisis live news: invasion was Putin’s plan ‘all along’, says Blinken 2022-02-23T05:00:00Z “I interpret that as a warning that the Biden administration is prepared to cut off other major Russian banks from the U.S. financial system,” Fishman said. Putin insulated Russia’s economy. Will Biden’s sanctions hold him back? 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Biden announced heavy financial sanctions against Russian banks and oligarchs and said more would be imposed if Putin extends his invasion. EXPLAINER: Ukraine shows how not all ‘invasions’ are equal 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The sanctions, among others things, target Russian banks and sovereign debt. Biden announces first tranche of Russia sanctions, targets banks and debt 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z President Biden said Tuesday he has ordered the first round of economic sanctions against Russian banks and oligarchs in retaliation for Moscow’s military invasion of Ukraine, and he warned of further sanctions. Biden announces sanctions on Russian banks, oligarchs over Ukraine invasion 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Chief among their targets: Russian banks and their ability to operate internationally. Explainer: Western sanctions on banks only scratch surface of Fortress Russia 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Chinese leaders would probably be careful about having its large state-owned banks continue to do business overtly with any Russian banks that are under U.S. sanctions, but China has ways to keep some transactions hidden. Putin insulated Russia’s economy. Will Biden’s sanctions hold him back? 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Reuters reported on Saturday that the Biden administration had prepared an initial package of sanctions against Russia that includes barring U.S. financial institutions from processing transactions for major Russian banks. Exclusive-Punishing Putin: How Biden could cut Russia off from world tech 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The United Kingdom announced sanctions against five Russian banks and three Russian business figures, saying their UK assets will be frozen and they will be banned from the country. Ukraine crisis: Germany halts pipeline as nations sanction Russia 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Sanctions on major Russian banks, particularly state banks, would hurt. Russia's plan to fight back against Western sanctions 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Washington has prepared a raft of measures including barring U.S. financial institutions from processing transactions for major Russian banks by cutting "correspondent" banking relationships, sources told Reuters last week. Explainer: Western sanctions on banks only scratch surface of Fortress Russia 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Britain sanctioned five Russian banks and three billionaires on Tuesday and Germany halted certification of a gas pipeline in a first wave of restrictions. Companies exposed to Russia brace for new sanctions 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z Johnson has said targets could include Russian banks. UK says: The Russian invasion of Ukraine has begun 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The measures aim to hurt the Russian economy by cutting the "correspondent" banking relationships between targeted Russian banks and U.S. banks that enable international payments. U.S. to announce sanctions against Russia Tuesday in coordination with allies 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The technology export ban Japan is mulling would be broader than that imposed on Russia in 2014 after it occupied the Crimea, with Tokyo also mulling tighter restrictions on Russian banks, the Yomiuri said. Japan likely to join any U.S.-led sanctions on Russia - Yomiuri 2022-02-22T05:00:00Z The measures, which would only be implemented if Russia invades Ukraine, aim to hurt the Russian economy by cutting the "correspondent" banking relationships between targeted Russian banks and U.S. banks that enable international payments. EXCLUSIVE U.S. plans to cut ties with targeted Russian banks if Ukraine is invaded - sources 2022-02-21T05:00:00Z Johnson has said the government would target Russian banks and Russian companies. West could cut U.S. dollar access for Russian companies, UK's Johnson says 2022-02-20T05:00:00Z Within days, a story about the FBI investigating Trump’s backchannel to the Russian bank showed up in major newspapers. Durham says he’s not responsible for media firestorm over Clinton spying allegations 2022-02-18T05:00:00Z Mr. Risch’s proposal also would impose sanctions on Russian banks and members of Mr. Putin’s inner circle before a further Russian incursion into Ukraine and would provide additional military aid to Ukraine. Senate passes bipartisan resolution rebuking Kremlin after failing to agree on sanctions 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z Proposed sanctions against Russian banks would bar them from making any transactions in U.S. dollars, essentially freezing any dollar-denominated assets or liabilities held by the banks at home and abroad. U.S. sanctions on Russian banks are the West's most potent economic threat 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z It is unclear whether Russian banks would be added to the SDN list, but both types of sanctions could hit Russia hard. EXCLUSIVE U.S. plans to cut ties with targeted Russian banks if Ukraine is invaded - sources 2022-02-21T05:00:00Z Much of the discussion has centered on big Russian banks, which could face measures from limits on borrowing to restrictions on transactions involving dollars. European companies’ Russian ties could make sanctions tough 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z The Republican proposal also would impose sanctions on Russian banks and members of Mr. Putin’s inner circle before a further Russian incursion into Ukraine, and would provide additional military aid to Ukraine. Senate talks on Russia sanctions break down after Biden lauds Congress amid tensions with Moscow 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z It also would impose sanctions on major Russian banks if there were an invasion and secondary sanctions on banks that did business with sanctioned banks. U.S. Republicans offer Russia sanctions bill, after bipartisan talks stall 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z Prosecutors say Mr. Sussmann lied when he met with a top FBI official to share since debunked allegations that the server in Trump Tower was communicating with a Russian bank. Clinton campaign lawyer Sussmann fires back at Durham, denies spying on Trump 2022-02-15T05:00:00Z The administration has now crafted potential sanctions on Russian banks and a set of export controls, which it plans to impose should Moscow move into Ukraine. Inside the White House preparations for a Russian invasion 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z Mr. Durham says Mr. Sussmann falsely told the FBI he was not representing a client when he told a bureau official about purported secret communications between Trump Tower and a Russian bank. Most Democrats say Hillary Clinton should be investigated for role in Russia collusion scandal: Poll 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z Last week, the major hangup was over whether the sanctions would be imposed on all Russian banks and over Nord Stream 2, according to Bob Menendez, chair of the Senate foreign relations committee. Senate unlikely to pass Russia sanctions bill ahead of any military action – live 2022-02-14T05:00:00Z Russian banks will probably be a primary target for U.S. sanctions. Asian markets open sharply lower as global investors brace for fallout from Ukraine turmoil 2022-02-13T05:00:00Z Mr. Sussmann has been charged with making a false statement to the FBI about a now-debunked claim of a secret communication channel between the Trump Organization and a Russian bank. Durham says Clinton campaign funded surveillance of Trump Tower, White House 2022-02-12T05:00:00Z Sanctions against major Russian banks would still have a significant impact on the Russian financial sector and economy, one of the sources said. SWIFT off Russia sanctions list, state banks likely target -U.S., EU officials 2022-02-11T05:00:00Z Senators are disagreement over how to handle the Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline and a proposal to impose secondary sanctions on all Russian banks. US senators at impasse on bill to boost Ukraine sanctions, defense 2022-02-11T05:00:00Z The United States can also wield important economic sanctions, especially over Russian banks and the import of key technical parts, like semiconductors. In Ukraine Crisis, Putin Faces a Stark Choice 2022-02-09T05:00:00Z Blocking U.S. banks and companies from all dealings with one or more of these institutions could seriously interfere with the ability of Russian banks and businesses to send money across borders. Asian markets open sharply lower as global investors brace for fallout from Ukraine turmoil 2022-02-13T05:00:00Z Mr. Durham said that billing records show that Mr. Sussmann “repeatedly billed the Clinton campaign” for his work on Russian bank allegations. Durham says Clinton campaign funded surveillance of Trump Tower, White House 2022-02-12T05:00:00Z Prosecutors allege that Mr. Sussmann falsely denied representing the DNC or the Clinton campaign when he reported suspicions about a now-debunked link between computers at Trump Tower and a Russian bank. Trump says ‘a lot coming’ from special counsel John Durham probe 2022-02-09T05:00:00Z The prospective deal includes mandatory sanctions against senior Russian military, diplomatic and intelligence officials, as well as instructions to impose sanctions on Russian banks in the event of an invasion, they say. Disagreements emerge over timing of sanctions on Russia as Kremlin shrugs off the threat 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z President Biden’s threat to block Russian banks from dollar-based transactions altogether would, if executed, curb banks’ ability to do business abroad at all. Putin, Facing Sanction Threats, Has Been Saving for This Day 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z This could include providing alternative payment systems, loans for Russian banks and firms, more purchases of Russian oil, or even outright rejection of US export controls. China: What does it want from the Ukraine crisis with Russia? 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z If the United States decided to levy sanctions on Russian banks, it could then say that Swift was in violation of those sanctions by continuing to let those banks use its system. What a Disconnect From Swift Would Mean for Russia 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z That includes actions against Russian banks that could severely undermine the Russian economy and increased lethal aid to Ukraine’s military. Russia, US square off at UN Security Council over Ukraine 2022-01-31T05:00:00Z Some of those include massive sanctions against the most significant Russian banks and on Russian sovereign debt, as well as more lethal assistance to Ukraine. U.S. Senate close to deal on legislation to sanction Russia -senators 2022-01-30T05:00:00Z The Treasury Department would draw from its experience targeting Iranian banks under President Donald J. Trump, though Iran’s banks are much smaller and less integrated into the global economy than Russian banks. U.S. Sanctions Aimed at Russia Could Take a Wide Toll 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z It would effectively make it very hard for Russian banks to do business overseas. Ukraine: What sanctions could be imposed on Russia? 2022-01-27T05:00:00Z President Joe Biden indicated that in the event of a Russian invasion the U.S. could block Russian banks from access to dollars or impose other sanctions. Stocks climb back after steep slide on Fed, Ukraine jitters 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z |
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