Sanctions And Embargoes
DAMASCUS, Syria - Syria on Wednesday criticized the United States' renewal of sanctions against Damascus and warned that the penalties reinforce hostilities in the region.

BRUSSELS - Representatives of six world powers urged Iran on Friday to accept a U.N.

SEOUL, South Korea - President Barack Obama said Thursday that the six nations dealing with Iran's nuclear program will develop a package of serious new punitive measures in coming weeks.

SEOUL, South Korea - President Barack Obama said Thursday the United States has begun talking with allies about fresh punishment against Iran for defying efforts to halt its nuclear weapons pursuits.