Iranian businessman denies EU accusations
Neither his Malaysia-based First Islamic Bank nor his more than 60 other companies had done anything wrong, he said.
December 24, 2012 10:20
China Mulls Guarantees for Ships Carrying Iran Oil
China is considering sovereign guarantees for its ships to enable the world's second-biggest oil consumer to continue importing Iranian crude after new EU sanctions come into effect in July, the head of China's shipowners' association said.
April 30, 2012 3:06
EU Calls For More Sanctions On Syria But Little Else
EU leaders called on Friday for increased sanctions on members of the Syrian government but came up with no other new means to pressure on President Bashar al-Assad apart from a plan to gather evidence against those responsible for atrocities.
March 3, 2012 5:24
Bitter Irony: EU Pays Price For Oil Sanctions On Iran
Businesses and consumers across the EU are starting to pay a financial penalty for the bloc's decision to ban crude oil imports from Iran.
February 18, 2012 1:23EU to extend Belarus, Iran, Syria sanctions
EU to add 16 names to Belarus sanctions list; Another 29 Iranians targeted over rights; Syrian Commercial Bank to be added to target list
October 9, 2011 6:00Syria bans imports to save foreign currency
Syria says it wants to preserve foreign reserves, boost local industry; Businessmen say ban damages already hard-hit confidence; EU sanctions hit Syria's main mobile operator and its largest company
September 25, 2011 9:52Syria, unable to buy fuel, tries barter
Gasoil tender failing to attract any sellers; Logistical restrictions making supply near-impossible; Supply of LPG may be a lifeline
September 24, 2011 4:37Germany EIH Bank takes legal move to unfreeze assets
German trading bank Europaeisch-Iranische Handelsbank AG (EIH) confirmed on Friday it had filed a suit at the European Court of Justice challenging the EU's decision to freeze its assets after it processed Indian payments for Iranian oil.
September 24, 2011 4:34
EU sanctions target Syrian oil companies
EU sanctions target Syrian industry; Western experts say EU approach needs more bite; Russia Foreign min says sanctions 'will lead to no good'
September 3, 2011 4:07
EU weighs ban on Syria firms alongside oil embargo
Bans on Syrian companies discussed in Brussels; EU plans broad Syria sanctions package, oil embargo
August 29, 2011 12:01
UK minister cautious on Syrian oil sanctions
Britain has not yet decided whether to back proposed EU sanctions on Syrian oil, and is wary of measures that could hurt the Syrian people more than President Bashar al-Assad, a junior foreign minister said on Saturday.
August 21, 2011 11:46
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26