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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
METCO and Smiths Detection Establish New Advanced Security Technology Manufacturing Facility in Saudi Arabia
METCO and Smiths Detection Establish New Advanced Security Technology Manufacturing Facility in Saudi Arabia

METCO, in collaboration with Smiths Detection, is gearing up to open a modern assembly and manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia,...

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January 09, 2026
Analyzing the Decline in Truck Transportation Jobs and Its Impact on Freight Logistics
Analyzing the Decline in Truck Transportation Jobs and Its Impact on Freight Logistics

The truck transportation sector recently experienced the lowest employment numbers seen in years, according to the latest government labor data.

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January 09, 2026
How BERGÉ’s New Mantsinen 300 Crane is Transforming Puerto de Sagunto’s Logistics Landscape
How BERGÉ’s New Mantsinen 300 Crane is Transforming Puerto de Sagunto’s Logistics Landscape

At the heart of Puerto de Sagunto’s bustling port activities, the introduction of a Mantsinen 300 crane marks a significant...

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January 09, 2026
AMI Establishes Off-Airport De-Group Facility at Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo Airport to Streamline Import Operations
AMI Establishes Off-Airport De-Group Facility at Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo Airport to Streamline Import Operations

Air Menzies International (AMI) has unveiled a state-of-the-art import de-group facility near Johannesburg, South Africa, designed to fine-tune logistics around...

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January 09, 2026
J&J Snack Foods Advances Project Apollo with Three Plant Closures and Distribution Center Optimization
J&J Snack Foods Advances Project Apollo with Three Plant Closures and Distribution Center Optimization

J&J Snack Foods, known for brands like Icee and SuperPretzel, is embarking on a major business transformation aimed at boosting...

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January 09, 2026
Semiconductors Face New Challenges: Tariffs and Trade Policy Take Center Stage in Industry Outlook
Semiconductors Face New Challenges: Tariffs and Trade Policy Take Center Stage in Industry Outlook

The semiconductor industry is shifting its focus, with tariffs and trade policies emerging as the main concern, overtaking traditional worries...

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January 09, 2026
Strategic Design Meets Consulting: nlmtd Integrates State of Tomorrow to Boost Innovation Services
Strategic Design Meets Consulting: nlmtd Integrates State of Tomorrow to Boost Innovation Services

The Dutch consultancy nlmtd has expanded its service offering by welcoming State of Tomorrow, a strategic design agency, into its...

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January 09, 2026
November Freight Transport Trends: Cass TL Linehaul Index Climbs Despite Shipment Challenges
November Freight Transport Trends: Cass TL Linehaul Index Climbs Despite Shipment Challenges

The freight transportation landscape in November saw shipment volumes dip again, yet increasing freight rates helped keep the total freight...

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January 09, 2026
PGT Trucking Broadens Reach by Integrating Debrick Truck Line Co. into Its Nationwide Terminal Network
PGT Trucking Broadens Reach by Integrating Debrick Truck Line Co. into Its Nationwide Terminal Network

In a significant move to expand its footprint, PGT Trucking recently incorporated Debrick Truck Line Co., a family-owned transportation business...

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January 09, 2026
The Game-Changing Role of AI in Industrial Operations and Supply Chain Management
The Game-Changing Role of AI in Industrial Operations and Supply Chain Management

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword or a pilot experiment in the industrial world; it has become an...

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January 09, 2026
Voyager Trucking Strengthens Its Mid-Atlantic Presence Through Vision Transport Acquisition
Voyager Trucking Strengthens Its Mid-Atlantic Presence Through Vision Transport Acquisition

Voyager Trucking, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey, recently took a significant leap by acquiring Vision Transport, a regional hauler known...

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January 09, 2026
Statistical Overview of Public Freight Transport Companies and Fleet Composition in Galicia through 2025
Statistical Overview of Public Freight Transport Companies and Fleet Composition in Galicia through 2025

By December 2025, Galicia hosts approximately 6,582 public road freight transport companies.

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January 09, 2026
Texas International Enterprises Declares Bankruptcy, Highlighting Freight Market Struggles
Texas International Enterprises Declares Bankruptcy, Highlighting Freight Market Struggles

Texas International Enterprises, a freight carrier based in Laredo, Texas, recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, shedding light on...

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January 09, 2026
Launch of Tern’s Tandem Axle RC8 6×2 Electric Truck Boosts Freight Flexibility and Efficiency
Launch of Tern’s Tandem Axle RC8 6×2 Electric Truck Boosts Freight Flexibility and Efficiency

The logistics world is witnessing another leap forward with the introduction of Tern’s new tandem axle RC8 6×2 electric truck.

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January 09, 2026
How Cleo’s AI-Driven Integration Cloud Revolutionizes Supply Chain Predictive Management
How Cleo’s AI-Driven Integration Cloud Revolutionizes Supply Chain Predictive Management

The last year has seen a staggering 38% increase in supply chain disruptions, signaling a pressing need for a fresh...

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January 09, 2026
Countdown to the 2026 Supply Chain Excellence Awards MEA: Showcase Your Regional Logistics Leadership
Countdown to the 2026 Supply Chain Excellence Awards MEA: Showcase Your Regional Logistics Leadership

Time is ticking with just four weeks remaining for organisations operating across the Middle East and Africa to submit their...

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January 09, 2026
November 2025 Global Supply Chain Risk Update: Key Events Affecting Logistics Efficiency
November 2025 Global Supply Chain Risk Update: Key Events Affecting Logistics Efficiency

The supply chain landscape in November 2025 saw a mix of natural disasters, industrial accidents, cyber threats, and labor unrest,...

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January 09, 2026
How Amazon Air Cargo’s Money-Back Guarantee Elevates Air Freight Services and Logistics Solutions
How Amazon Air Cargo’s Money-Back Guarantee Elevates Air Freight Services and Logistics Solutions

Amazon Air Cargo is making waves by introducing a money-back guarantee for on-time deliveries, a rare offering in the air...

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January 09, 2026
Off-Price Retailers TJX, Ross, and Burlington Navigate Tariff Challenges Successfully
Off-Price Retailers TJX, Ross, and Burlington Navigate Tariff Challenges Successfully

In recent quarters, three major U.S.

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January 09, 2026
Nauta Unveils AI-Enabled Inventory Optimization to Empower Importers with Proactive Stock Management
Nauta Unveils AI-Enabled Inventory Optimization to Empower Importers with Proactive Stock Management

In today’s fast-paced world, keeping inventory finely tuned is akin to walking a tightrope; one wrong step and it’s either...

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January 09, 2026
Exploring the Challenges Behind Pitt Ohio’s 3% Hiring Rate for New Truck Drivers
Exploring the Challenges Behind Pitt Ohio’s 3% Hiring Rate for New Truck Drivers

Every year, thousands of eager applicants set their sights on joining Pitt Ohio’s ranks as truck drivers, yet only a...

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January 09, 2026
Europe’s Logistics Sector Eyes Power-Ready Warehousing Amid Shrinking Space and Growing Demand
Europe’s Logistics Sector Eyes Power-Ready Warehousing Amid Shrinking Space and Growing Demand

The European logistics landscape is entering a phase where warehouse availability tightens sharply.

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January 09, 2026
Decoding Secretary Duffy’s Driver ‘Timeout’: What It Means for Trucking and Logistics
Decoding Secretary Duffy’s Driver ‘Timeout’: What It Means for Trucking and Logistics

In December 2025, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that 9,500 truck drivers had been placed “out-of-service” for not meeting English...

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January 09, 2026
Urgent Calls to Restore Free Freight Movement at the Basque Border Amidst Disruptions
Urgent Calls to Restore Free Freight Movement at the Basque Border Amidst Disruptions

International transport and loading associations have raised alarms over the ongoing disruptions at the Basque border, calling for an urgent...

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January 09, 2026