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US Offers Syria Sanctions Relief Conditional on Key Demands
The US presented Syria with conditions for partial sanctions relief, including removing foreign fighters from senior government positions and destroying chemical weapons, in a first high-level meeting since 2017.
US Offers Syria Sanctions Relief Conditional on Key Demands
The US presented Syria with conditions for partial sanctions relief, including removing foreign fighters from senior government positions and destroying chemical weapons, in a first high-level meeting since 2017.
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56% Bias Score
US Unilateral Tariffs Violate WTO Rules
The US imposed sweeping tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China in February and March 2024, ranging from 10% to 25%, violating its WTO obligations under GATT 1994 regarding tariff commitments and the most-favored-nation principle, while China has used the WTO dispute settlement mechanism.
US Unilateral Tariffs Violate WTO Rules
The US imposed sweeping tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China in February and March 2024, ranging from 10% to 25%, violating its WTO obligations under GATT 1994 regarding tariff commitments and the most-favored-nation principle, while China has used the WTO dispute settlement mechanism.
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56% Bias Score
Thailand Deports Uyghurs to China, Prompting US Sanctions
On February 27, 2024, Thailand deported 48 Uyghur refugees to China despite warnings of potential human rights abuses, prompting US sanctions against several high-ranking Thai officials, including possibly the Prime Minister, due to concerns about the violation of international human rights laws.
Thailand Deports Uyghurs to China, Prompting US Sanctions
On February 27, 2024, Thailand deported 48 Uyghur refugees to China despite warnings of potential human rights abuses, prompting US sanctions against several high-ranking Thai officials, including possibly the Prime Minister, due to concerns about the violation of international human rights laws.
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40% Bias Score
China, Russia, Iran Demand End to US Sanctions on Iran
China, Russia, and Iran issued a joint statement on Friday demanding an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran and a resumption of multinational talks on its nuclear program, despite President Trump's new sanctions and letter to Iran's supreme leader; Iran's uranium stockpile has increased to 8,294.4 kilogra...
China, Russia, Iran Demand End to US Sanctions on Iran
China, Russia, and Iran issued a joint statement on Friday demanding an end to U.S. sanctions on Iran and a resumption of multinational talks on its nuclear program, despite President Trump's new sanctions and letter to Iran's supreme leader; Iran's uranium stockpile has increased to 8,294.4 kilogra...
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56% Bias Score
Iran's Gold Rush: Sanctions, Strategy, and Controversy
Facing US sanctions, Iran imported at least 81 metric tonnes of gold by January 19th, a 234 percent weight increase year-on-year, exceeding 300 percent in value, reflecting a strategy to mitigate economic hardship and reduce US dollar reliance.
Iran's Gold Rush: Sanctions, Strategy, and Controversy
Facing US sanctions, Iran imported at least 81 metric tonnes of gold by January 19th, a 234 percent weight increase year-on-year, exceeding 300 percent in value, reflecting a strategy to mitigate economic hardship and reduce US dollar reliance.
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36% Bias Score
Chevron's Exit from Venezuela: Maduro Announces New Economic Plan Amidst Production Losses
Following Chevron's departure from Venezuela, President Maduro announced a new economic plan to counter the loss of approximately 150,000 barrels of daily oil production, raising concerns about the country's economic stability amidst existing sanctions and internal challenges.
Chevron's Exit from Venezuela: Maduro Announces New Economic Plan Amidst Production Losses
Following Chevron's departure from Venezuela, President Maduro announced a new economic plan to counter the loss of approximately 150,000 barrels of daily oil production, raising concerns about the country's economic stability amidst existing sanctions and internal challenges.
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40% Bias Score
US Imposes 25% Tariff on Venezuelan Oil, Escalating Tensions
The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on Venezuelan oil and gas imports starting April 2nd, prompting Venezuela's rejection and vows of legal action, while threatening the country's recent oil production recovery and its key trading partners.
US Imposes 25% Tariff on Venezuelan Oil, Escalating Tensions
The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on Venezuelan oil and gas imports starting April 2nd, prompting Venezuela's rejection and vows of legal action, while threatening the country's recent oil production recovery and its key trading partners.
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52% Bias Score
US Bans Argentina's Former President for Corruption
The United States has banned Argentina's former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner and her former Planning Minister Julio Miguel De Vido from entering the country for allegedly orchestrating bribery schemes involving public works contracts, resulting in millions of dollars stolen from the Arge...
US Bans Argentina's Former President for Corruption
The United States has banned Argentina's former President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner and her former Planning Minister Julio Miguel De Vido from entering the country for allegedly orchestrating bribery schemes involving public works contracts, resulting in millions of dollars stolen from the Arge...
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44% Bias Score
US Visa Threat to Caribbean Nations Over Cuban Medical Missions
The US government threatened visa sanctions against individuals involved with Cuban medical missions in the Caribbean, prompting strong pushback from Caribbean leaders who emphasized the vital role of these missions in their healthcare systems.
US Visa Threat to Caribbean Nations Over Cuban Medical Missions
The US government threatened visa sanctions against individuals involved with Cuban medical missions in the Caribbean, prompting strong pushback from Caribbean leaders who emphasized the vital role of these missions in their healthcare systems.
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44% Bias Score
Qatar to Supply Syria with Gas, Boosting Power Supply
Qatar will provide Syria with natural gas via Jordan, boosting its electricity supply by 400 megawatts daily, a move approved by the US and representing a significant shift in Qatar's policy toward Syria's new rulers.
Qatar to Supply Syria with Gas, Boosting Power Supply
Qatar will provide Syria with natural gas via Jordan, boosting its electricity supply by 400 megawatts daily, a move approved by the US and representing a significant shift in Qatar's policy toward Syria's new rulers.
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36% Bias Score
Graham Proposes New Sanctions Against Russia
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced a new bill imposing sanctions on Russia's banking and energy sectors next week if peace negotiations aren't reached, despite Russia's stated willingness and a recent shift in U.S. support for Ukraine.
Graham Proposes New Sanctions Against Russia
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced a new bill imposing sanctions on Russia's banking and energy sectors next week if peace negotiations aren't reached, despite Russia's stated willingness and a recent shift in U.S. support for Ukraine.
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52% Bias Score
US Sanctions Waiver on Iraqi Electricity Imports from Iran Ended
The US ended a sanctions waiver allowing Iraq to import Iranian electricity, escalating tensions with Iran and potentially causing significant electricity shortages in Iraq due to its existing energy infrastructure problems, despite US claims that only 4 percent of Iraqi electricity comes from Iran.
US Sanctions Waiver on Iraqi Electricity Imports from Iran Ended
The US ended a sanctions waiver allowing Iraq to import Iranian electricity, escalating tensions with Iran and potentially causing significant electricity shortages in Iraq due to its existing energy infrastructure problems, despite US claims that only 4 percent of Iraqi electricity comes from Iran.
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40% Bias Score
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