# EU Commission to remove Russian banks from SWIFT cross-border network

# EU Commission to remove Russian banks from SWIFT cross-border network

“# EU Commission to remove Russian banks from SWIFT cross-border network ” The European Commission announced to remove a number of Russian banks from the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT) messaging system, aimed at hindering Russia’s capacity to carry out cross-border payments.  In a joint statement released by the European Commission, leaders from…

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#US sanctions Putin, but what does that actually mean?

#US sanctions Putin, but what does that actually mean?

“#US sanctions Putin, but what does that actually mean?” The Biden administration said it will follow in the footsteps of the European Union and impose sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin over his decision to send troops into Ukraine. “Following a telephone conversation President Biden held with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and…

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# ECB president calls for crypto regulation in response to Russia potentially evading sanctions

# ECB president calls for crypto regulation in response to Russia potentially evading sanctions

“# ECB president calls for crypto regulation in response to Russia potentially evading sanctions ” Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank (ECB), has called on lawmakers to approve a regulatory framework on crypto, hinting at potentially preventing Russia from getting around economic sanctions. Speaking to reporters at an informal meeting of economics and…

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