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Can Sanctions Change the Course of Conflict? Impact and Effectiveness

Recommendation: Implement a targeted multilateral sanctions package that freezes specific foreign-exchange flows, cancels high‑value state contracts, and isolates three financial gateways within 90 days to generate measurable political pressure. Thus, coordinating asset freezes with export controls will convert economic constraints into concrete negotiating leverage while protecting humanitarian corridors. Design the package with measurable thresholds: block 60–80% of petro‑dollar inflows to the targeted entities (monthly monitoring), cut semiconductor and dual‑use imports by 50% inside six months, and seize or suspend sovereign holdings totaling $40–60 billion. These steps will reduce procurement budgets, draw down military inventories tied to the invasion, and produce verifiable national revenue shortfalls; added transparency should publish monthly losses in public receipts to prevent mission creep. Coordinate enforcement across the EU, UK, Japan and the americas, and deploy secondary measures to deter third‑country banks...

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February 13, 2026
FETRAMA’s Newly Formed Board Strikes a Balance Between Experience and Innovation
FETRAMA’s Newly Formed Board Strikes a Balance Between Experience and Innovation

The recent establishment of the new management board for the Provincial Federation of Transport of Alicante (FETRAMA) marks a pivotal...

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June 23, 2025
Facilitating Fleet Modernization: A National Initiative for Road Transport
Facilitating Fleet Modernization: A National Initiative for Road Transport

The Federation of Automotive Dealers Associations (Faconauto) has called upon the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility to enact a...

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June 23, 2025
Automotive Suppliers in Spain Generate Over €41 Billion Amid Slowdown
Automotive Suppliers in Spain Generate Over €41 Billion Amid Slowdown

The Spanish Association of Automotive Suppliers (SERNAUTO) has disclosed the industry’s financial outcomes for 2024, indicating a slowdown phase following...

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June 23, 2025
Streamlining Travel: The Benefits of Baggage-Free Journeys This Summer
Streamlining Travel: The Benefits of Baggage-Free Journeys This Summer

The rising comfort and cost-effectiveness are transforming how people approach their holiday planning.

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June 23, 2025
New Driving and Rest Regulations for Professional Drivers Under AETR Agreement
New Driving and Rest Regulations for Professional Drivers Under AETR Agreement

Recent updates in driving and rest regulations for professional drivers have been introduced with the AETR agreement, aiming to enhance...

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June 23, 2025
Alberta Carrier Suffers Oversized Load Loss Due to Road Rage Incident
Alberta Carrier Suffers Oversized Load Loss Due to Road Rage Incident

A recent incident involving a carrier from Alberta sheds light on the potential hazards of road rage in the trucking...

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June 23, 2025
Trimac Driver Oleksandr Tkachuk Honored as TCA Highway Angel for Heroic Life-Saving Effort
Trimac Driver Oleksandr Tkachuk Honored as TCA Highway Angel for Heroic Life-Saving Effort

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) recently honored Trimac Transportation driver Oleksandr Tkachuk with the esteemed title of TCA Highway Angel.

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June 23, 2025
Ontario’s Inspection Blitz Reveals Alarming Rate of Out-of-Service Vehicles
Ontario’s Inspection Blitz Reveals Alarming Rate of Out-of-Service Vehicles

In a recent commercial vehicle inspection initiative in southwestern Ontario, nearly half of the inspected vehicles were deemed unfit for...

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June 23, 2025
Understanding Dispatcher Preferences: Exploring Driver Relationships
Understanding Dispatcher Preferences: Exploring Driver Relationships

A dispatcher at a trucking company may manage numerous drivers, often more than 50, creating a lively mix of personalities...

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June 23, 2025
Innovative Two-Pronged Strategy by Trimac Reduces Environmental Impact
Innovative Two-Pronged Strategy by Trimac Reduces Environmental Impact

Trimac is taking significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint through a thoughtful two-pronged approach.

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June 23, 2025
Brian Mielko Takes the Helm as OK Tire’s New President and CEO
Brian Mielko Takes the Helm as OK Tire’s New President and CEO

In a significant development for the company, OK Tire Stores has appointed Brian Mielko as its new president and chief...

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June 23, 2025
Revolutionizing the Commercial Vehicle Industry with the Coretura Platform
Revolutionizing the Commercial Vehicle Industry with the Coretura Platform

Two industry giants, Volvo Group and Daimler Truck, have come together to launch a groundbreaking initiative that promises to reshape...

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June 23, 2025
Funding Opportunities for Student Work Placement in Logistics
Funding Opportunities for Student Work Placement in Logistics

Trucking HR Canada (THRC) has initiated the opening of applications for the fall student work placement funding geared towards supporting...

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June 23, 2025
Motive Expands Its Horizons Through InceptEV Acquisition for Improved Fleet Electrification
Motive Expands Its Horizons Through InceptEV Acquisition for Improved Fleet Electrification

Motive has recently undertaken a significant step in enhancing its operational framework by acquiring InceptEV, a startup specializing in battery...

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June 20, 2025
Clarios Expands Manufacturing Footprint in the U.S. with Supercapacitor Production
Clarios Expands Manufacturing Footprint in the U.S. with Supercapacitor Production

Clarios, a prominent player in the low-voltage battery sector, has unveiled plans for a new manufacturing facility in the United...

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June 20, 2025
Enhanced Compensation for Container Truck Drivers in B.C. Effective July
Enhanced Compensation for Container Truck Drivers in B.C. Effective July

Container truck drivers in British Columbia are gearing up for an increase in their minimum pay rates starting July 1.

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June 20, 2025
Evaluating the Performance of the Cummins X15N Engine
Evaluating the Performance of the Cummins X15N Engine

The performance of Cummins' new X15N natural gas-powered 15-liter engine has made waves in the transportation sector.

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June 20, 2025
Maximizing Fleet Safety and Profitability Through SmartDrive Analytics
Maximizing Fleet Safety and Profitability Through SmartDrive Analytics

In the realm of logistics, data-driven decision-making is paramount.

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June 20, 2025
Stoughton Trailers Earns Prestigious Safety Award for Chassis Design
Stoughton Trailers Earns Prestigious Safety Award for Chassis Design

Stoughton Trailers has made headlines by becoming the first trailer manufacturer to receive the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS)...

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June 20, 2025
New Changemakers Award to Celebrate Compassionate Leadership in Trucking
New Changemakers Award to Celebrate Compassionate Leadership in Trucking

The first-ever Changemakers Award will be awarded during the 8th annual Bridging the Barriers Conference happening in Mississauga, Ont., on...

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June 20, 2025
Falcon Xpress Emerges from Receivership with Renewed Commitment and Strength
Falcon Xpress Emerges from Receivership with Renewed Commitment and Strength

Falcon Xpress recently celebrated a major milestone by successfully exiting receivership, a positive turn after facing financial difficulties.

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June 20, 2025
Understanding HVUT Requirements for Cross-Border Transporters
Understanding HVUT Requirements for Cross-Border Transporters

Understanding the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) obligations is crucial for cross-border carriers, especially those operating between Canada and the...

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June 20, 2025
Abbotsford, B.C. Truck Enforcement Blitz Results in Significant Violations
Abbotsford, B.C. Truck Enforcement Blitz Results in Significant Violations

Recently, an enforcement operation carried out in Abbotsford, B.C., led to the removal of 11 trucks from service and revealed...

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June 20, 2025
Assessing the Proposed Northern Ontario Highway Safety Legislation
Assessing the Proposed Northern Ontario Highway Safety Legislation

A private member's bill advocating for enhanced road safety in Northern Ontario has been brought forth.

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June 20, 2025