Sanctions Stranglehold: Global Response to Russia's Ukraine Invasion

In the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, global powers have enforced a slew of sanctions, primarily targeting the energy sector. U.S. President Donald Trump imposed restrictions on Russian oil companies such as Rosneft and Lukoil, giving companies a deadline to cease transactions. Additionally, Serbia's Russian-owned oil company NIS has been sanctioned, reflecting a continuing crackdown on Russia's energy assets.

The European Union and the G7 have intensified efforts by capping Russian oil prices and banning maritime crude imports. Alterations to the oil trade landscape have shifted key customers from Europe to Asia, prompting tariff discussions, especially with nations like India and China. Meanwhile, measures against oil tankers and pipelines emphasize the international commitment to enforce these sanctions.

On the financial front, major actions include asset freezes and transaction bans targeting Russia's central bank and prominent financial institutions. As trade between Russia and western nations dwindles, the impact of these sanctions ripples through global economies. Despite the extensive restrictions, trade continues, underscoring the complexity of geopolitics and international commerce.