Embargoes and Sanctions

Trump Threatens Tariffs Against Countries That Buy Venezuelan Oil

The president threatened to wield tariffs like financial sanctions, saying that countries that buy Venezuelan oil would see tariffs put on their exports to the United States.

By Ana Swanson Rebecca F. Elliott and Alan Rappeport

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China Backs Iran in Nuclear Talks, Slams ‘Threat of Force’ From the West

Beijing sought to position itself as a key player in negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as President Trump called for talks with Tehran.

By Keith Bradsher and Berry Wang

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Oil Prices Drop Amid Concerns Over Trump’s Tariffs and OPEC Increases

The international benchmark fell to its lowest point since 2021 after a decision by Saudi Arabia and other producers to pump more crude surprised the markets.

By Stanley Reed

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Corporate America Is Not Raring to Return to Russia if Trump Lifts Sanctions

The White House promised “incredible opportunities” if Moscow ended the war in Ukraine. But Russia’s economy is struggling and the business environment is unpredictable.

By Patricia Cohen