Sanctions

Analysis of global sanctions regimes, enforcement trends, and their implications for operators across MENA and emerging markets.

The strategic sectors Russia won’t surrender

Despite intense Western sanctions, Russia has been able to maintain both arms and nuclear energy exports in an effort to sustain its economy.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 12 Dec 2025

The strategic sectors Russia won’t surrender

Crude choices: India's sanction dilemma

New Delhi must carefully balance its partnership with the U.S. against its desire for cheap Russian oil.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 19 Nov 2025

Sanctions snapback and Iran's strategic eastward turn

The reimposition of United Nations sanctions as well as EU restrictive measures was expected by the Iranian leadership, notably since the 12-day-war demonstrated Western desires to confront the Islamic Republic. However, expectation doesn’t translate into preparedness.

By The Geopolitical Desk

/ 15 Oct 2025