US Sanctions
North Korea fires suspected short-range ballistic missile toward East Sea
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North Korea launched one suspected short-range ballistic missile toward the East Sea on Friday. The move appears to respond to the latest U.S. sanctions against Pyongyang. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff detected the launch from near Taegwan County in North Phyongan Province.
In a recent UN General Assembly vote, most countries opposed the United States' unilateral sanctions on Cuba, emphasizing violations of international law. The debate highlights tensions between state sovereignty and coercive measures. Despite pressures, only seven nations voted against Cuba's resolution and twelve abstained.
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The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) imposed sanctions on the Hysa family and their companies for laundering money for the Sinaloa Cartel. This joint action with Mexico and FinCEN aims to isolate illicit financial operations in casinos and restaurants. The group operates with the cartel's consent in key Mexican territories.