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CEPR Sanctions Watch February 2025

Stay informed about the evolving sanctions landscape impacting Afghanistan, North Korea, Russia, Syria and more this February.

Feb 28, 2025

By Michael Galant, Pedro Labayen Herrera

A sculpture of a hand holding an oil drilling rig is pictured outside the state-run oil company Petroleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA) in Caracas on February 26, 2025. US President Donald Trump announced on February 26, 2025, he will reverse the oil

US Sanctions Policy: Frequently Asked Questions

The following resource is intended to aid policymakers and advocates in understanding US sanctions policy and its lethal and humanitarian consequences.

Feb 25, 2025

By Michael Galant

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CEPR Sanctions Watch January 2025

Explore the latest developments in international sanctions. Discover the effects of sanctions on Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria, and Venezuela, and more.

Jan 30, 2025

By Michael Galant, Pedro Labayen Herrera

Cubans walk past the US embassy as they march along Havana's promenade on December 20, 2024, during a demonstration against the blockade and Cuba's remaining on the list of countries that sponsor terrorism. Several hundred thousand Cubans, led by communist leader Raul Castro, marched on Friday in front of the US embassy in Havana to demand an end to Washington's blockade, a month before Donald Trump returns to command the White House. (Photo by YAMIL LAGE / AFP) (Photo by YAMIL LAGE/AFP via Getty Images)

CEPR Sanctions Watch November 2024

Stay up to date with the latest news on sanctions. Learn about the impact of recent events on Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and more.

Nov 27, 2024

By Michael Galant, Pedro Labayen Herrera

On the eve of the annual vote at the United Nations (UN) General Assembly on United States of America (USA) sanctions against Cuba, organizers urge the Belgian government and the European Union to take

CEPR Sanctions Watch May 2024

The latest news and analysis on economic sanctions. Stay informed on the impact of sanctions on the global economy and policy.

May 31, 2024

By Pedro Labayen Herrera, Michael Galant

A vibrant street scene in a dilapidated urban area with weathered, run-down buildings. People walk and socialize while scooters and motorcycles pass by. The atmosphere is lively, yet the buildings are showing signs of age, decay and, neglect, the effect of economic sanctions.

CEPR Sanctions Watch April 2024

Explore the impact of sanctions on countries like Afghanistan, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria, and Venezuela in Sanctions Watch.

Apr 30, 2024

By Pedro Labayen Herrera, Michael Galant

A man carries a bucket through a makeshift camp with tents and hanging laundry in an urban area, depicting a scene of temporary housing or a refugee settlement impacted by poverty due to sanctions.

CEPR Sanctions Watch March 2024

New reports and books show how sanctions have hurt civilians in Iran and North Korea, yet the US and EU continue to ratchet up economic pressure.

Mar 29, 2024

By Pedro Labayen Herrera, Michael Galant

A small girl looks at spoonful of food is offered to her from a container, showing the impact of US sanctions on Cuba.

CEPR Sanctions Watch February 2024

The US government is moving to expand sanctions on Russia and Syria, even as a new poll finds the majority of the US public opposes sanctions that harm civilians.

Feb 29, 2024

By Pedro Labayen Herrera, Michael Galant

Ecuador News Round-Up No. 11: Noboa Looks to Fund his “War on Drugs” as Tensions with Russia Rise

Ecuador’s president Daniel Noboa is facing a series of challenges, including an ongoing internal security crisis, questions around his economic reform plans, and concerns over new military cooperation with the US.

Feb 16, 2024

By Pedro Labayen Herrera