OFAC Designations Tracker: Mapping the Sanctions Architecture
A comprehensive mapping of US Treasury OFAC designations targeting Russian entities — from oligarchs and state enterprises to banks, energy companies, and defense firms. Tracking the expanding perimeter of economic warfare.
The Oil Price Cap: An Unprecedented Experiment in Energy Sanctions
The G7 price cap on Russian oil represents a novel approach to sanctions design — maintaining supply while reducing revenue. Evaluating its mechanism, compliance rates, and strategic effectiveness.
Secondary Sanctions: Extending US Economic Power Beyond Its Borders
Secondary sanctions threaten non-US entities with exclusion from the American financial system if they facilitate transactions with designated Russian targets. Analyzing the extraterritorial reach and diplomatic implications.
The $300 Billion Question: Frozen Russian Assets and the Confiscation Debate
Over $300 billion in Russian sovereign assets remain frozen in Western jurisdictions. The legal, economic, and strategic implications of potential confiscation are reshaping debates about sovereign immunity and financial warfare.