Categorie: Daily Updates

  • Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added one or more individuals or entities to its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List on July 15, 2026, under Executive Order 13382. This action blocks their property and interests under U.S. jurisdiction and prohibits U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with them. The notice pertains to sanctions enforcement, not export control legislation like ITAR or EAR. The SDN List updates reflect OFAC’s ongoing efforts to enforce economic and trade sanctions.
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    Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added one or more individuals or entities to its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List on July 15, 2026, under Executive Order 13382. This action blocks their property and interests under U.S. jurisdiction and prohibits U.S. persons from engaging…

  • Action by the United States in the Investigation Under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 of Brazil’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation

    Source: US Executive Office of the President
    Summary: The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, targeting Brazil’s practices in digital trade, intellectual property, anti-corruption, and illegal deforestation. While the action addresses trade barriers and unfair policies, it does not directly involve export control legislation (e.g., ITAR, EAR, AECA) or sanctions regimes. The measure focuses on economic leverage to eliminate discriminatory practices rather than restricting technology transfers or enforcing sanctions. Exemptions were granted for critical raw materials and products to avoid domestic supply disruptions.
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    Source: US Executive Office of the President Summary: The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on Brazilian goods under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, targeting Brazil’s practices in digital trade, intellectual property, anti-corruption, and illegal deforestation. While the action addresses trade barriers and unfair policies, it does not directly involve export control legislation…

  • Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on July 15, 2026, designating individuals or entities under its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. These sanctions block all property and interests in property under U.S. jurisdiction and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with them. The action is based on Executive Order 13382, targeting proliferation-related activities. This notice does not pertain to export control legislation (ITAR, EAR, or AECA).
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    Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced sanctions on July 15, 2026, designating individuals or entities under its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. These sanctions block all property and interests in property under U.S. jurisdiction and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with…

  • Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added individuals/entities to its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List on July 10, 2026, under authorities including E.O. 13902, E.O. 13224 (as amended), and E.O. 13876. This action blocks their U.S.-based assets and prohibits U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with them. The notice pertains to sanctions enforcement, not export control legislation (e.g., ITAR, EAR, or AECA). The designations reflect OFAC’s ongoing efforts to counter threats to U.S. national security and foreign policy.
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    Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added individuals/entities to its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List on July 10, 2026, under authorities including E.O. 13902, E.O. 13224 (as amended), and E.O. 13876. This action blocks their U.S.-based assets and prohibits U.S. persons from engaging in…

  • Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) updated the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List on July 14, 2026, modifying the identifying information of one individual under sanctions authorities. This action falls under OFAC sanctions programs, specifically Executive Order 13224, as amended. The update does not pertain to export control legislation (ITAR, EAR, or AECA) but focuses on sanctions compliance. Blocked persons’ assets under U.S. jurisdiction remain subject to restrictions.
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    Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) updated the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List on July 14, 2026, modifying the identifying information of one individual under sanctions authorities. This action falls under OFAC sanctions programs, specifically Executive Order 13224, as amended. The update does not…

  • Updated version of Regulation (EU) No 833/2014

    Source: DEU-Zoll updates
    Summary: The regulation on restrictive measures in response to actions by Russia destabilising the situation in Ukraine is available for download.
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    Source: DEU-Zoll updates Summary: The regulation on restrictive measures in response to actions by Russia destabilising the situation in Ukraine is available for download. Read full article →

  • OFSI General Licences

    Source: UK OFSI updates
    Summary: The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has issued multiple general licences permitting specific activities under financial sanctions regimes. These include insolvency-related payments, business continuity for designated entities, humanitarian activities, legal services, and payments for essential services such as oil exports, arbitration costs, and membership fees for international organisations. The licences also cover exemptions for certain financial transactions, including those related to the oil price cap, correspondent banking, and third-party brokerage accounts. The names of sanctioned individuals or entities are listed in the original article on the UK OFSI website.
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    Source: UK OFSI updates Summary: The UK Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has issued multiple general licences permitting specific activities under financial sanctions regimes. These include insolvency-related payments, business continuity for designated entities, humanitarian activities, legal services, and payments for essential services such as oil exports, arbitration costs, and membership fees for international organisations.…

  • Treasury Targets Global Network Procuring Weapons for Iranian Regime

    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned seven individuals and entities involved in an international network procuring weapons for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This action follows Iran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and aims to disrupt the IRGC’s illicit procurement and financial networks. The sanctioned entities include aviation and transport firms, financial intermediaries, and travel coordinators used to obscure IRGC’s activities. The designations were made under Executive Order 13382, targeting weapons of mass destruction proliferators and their supporters. The sanctioned individuals and entities are listed in the original article on the OFAC website. Sanctions implications include blocking all property and interests in property of designated persons within U.S. jurisdiction and prohibiting transactions involving these entities.
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    Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned seven individuals and entities involved in an international network procuring weapons for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This action follows Iran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and aims to disrupt the IRGC’s…

  • Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action

    Source: US OFAC news
    Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned two individuals and one entity for their involvement in cyber-enabled ransomware attacks targeting U.S. entities, allies, and partners. The designations block all U.S. property and interests of the listed parties and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with them. The sanctions were imposed under Executive Order 13694 for materially supporting or facilitating malicious cyber activities, including ransomware extortion. The individuals and entity are linked to digital currency addresses and online infrastructure used in these attacks.
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    Source: US OFAC news Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned two individuals and one entity for their involvement in cyber-enabled ransomware attacks targeting U.S. entities, allies, and partners. The designations block all U.S. property and interests of the listed parties and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging…

  • United Kingdom strategic export controls annual report

    Source: UK ECJU updates
    Summary: The UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has published its annual report on strategic export controls. The report outlines export licensing processes, procedures, and responsible departments, along with performance statistics and licensing data. It details policy developments, outreach activities, UK support to allies and partners, international policy and regimes, and compliance and enforcement measures.
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    Source: UK ECJU updates Summary: The UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has published its annual report on strategic export controls. The report outlines export licensing processes, procedures, and responsible departments, along with performance statistics and licensing data. It details policy developments, outreach activities, UK support to allies and partners, international policy and regimes, and…