EU Sanctions Iran: Individuals, Entities, Asset Freeze, Drone/Missile Tech

The European Commission announced new EU sanctions against Iran, adding 15 individuals and 6 entities subject to asset freezes and travel bans. The measures also extend prohibitions on drone and missile technology exports to Iran, impacting its support for Russia's war in Ukraine.

Security Council Removes Syria Officials from ISIL/Al-Qaida Sanctions List

The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2799 (2025) to remove Syria's transitional President Ahmed al-Sharaa and transitional Minister for Interior Anas Hasan Khattab from the ISIL/Al-Qaida sanctions list. This decision, passed with 14 votes in favour and 1 abstention, is intended to support Syria's economic recovery and political transition.

Security Council Adds Four to Sudan Sanctions List

The UN Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005) concerning the Sudan has added four individuals to its sanctions list. These individuals are associated with the Rapid Support Forces and have been designated under Chapter VII of the UN Charter.

Security Council Press Release on ISIL and Al-Qaida Sanctions

The UN Security Council issued a press release on February 27, 2026, concerning sanctions against ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida. The release details updates and decisions made by the Security Council regarding these sanctions regimes.

Biodiesel Investigation ER0083 Initiated

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an expiry review (ER0083) concerning biodiesel products originating in the United States and consigned from Canada. Interested parties can register their interest to participate in the investigation.

Biodiesel Trade Probe - US/Canada Expiry Review

The UK Trade Remedies Authority is conducting an expiry review of biodiesel originating in the United States, also consigned from Canada. Interested parties can register their interest and submit relevant information to participate in the ongoing investigation.

Anti-subsidy Investigation: Creamy/White Limestone from Portugal

The UK's Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an anti-subsidy investigation into creamy/white limestone from Portugal. Interested parties, including exporters and domestic producers, are invited to register their interest and participate in the investigation.

Wire Rod from China Investigation - Expiry Review Update

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has provided an update on the expiry review investigation (ER0082) concerning wire rod originating from China. This update includes the publication of various documents and requires interested parties to register their interest to participate in the ongoing investigation.

Boom Lifts Anti-subsidy Investigation from China (AS0076)

The UK Trade Remedies Authority has initiated an anti-subsidy investigation into boom lifts imported from China under case AS0076. Interested parties, including manufacturers and importers, are invited to register their interest and participate in the investigation.

EU Accepts Price Undertaking from Chinese Electric Car Producer

The European Commission has accepted a price undertaking from Volkswagen (Anhui) Automotive Company Ltd. regarding its CUPRA Tavascan model. This acceptance exempts the company from countervailing duties, provided it adheres to minimum import prices, volume limits, and EU investment commitments.