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Algeria Risks U.S. Sanctions for Purchase of Russian Fighter Jets

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The Algerian regime risks American sanctions for purchasing Russian military jets (SU35 and SU 57) under CAATSA law passed by the US Congress in 2017. The Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act imposes sanctions on Iran, North Korea, and Russia. The Algerian acquisition of Russian military jets “could trigger CAATSA sanctions”, said on Tuesday Mr. […]
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Mauritania cancels Chinese patrol boats deal amid U.S. sanctions pressure

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The Mauritanian Government cancelled a contract with a subsidiary of the Chinese state-owned conglomerate Poly Group for the sale of patrol boats, following mounting pressure from the United States, according to a report by Africa Intelligence. The subsidiary, Poly Technologies, has been sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department for its alleged support of Russia’s war […]