sanctions

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In addition to the challenge of finding the appropriate music for a 1970s spy thriller set in Russia, “Ponies” music supervisor Kier Lehman couldn’t license any music from the country due to current international sanctions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Norway said it was barring "20 violent settlers" from the country, while Australia published co-ordinated sanctions alongside New Zealand last week.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

China, Washington's chief geopolitical rival, has been North Korea's main trading partner by far for decades and a key source of diplomatic and economic support for a country hit by international sanctions.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Arms sales to Russia and goods from China provide a boost, despite sanctions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Even though Mrs. Thatcher was on the opposite side of the ANC on many issues, such as sanctions, she was always a forthright and solicitous lady.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela