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History of Economic Sanctions
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Iraq, 1990-2003
Reason: Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. Impact: Debilitated Iraqi economy and severe humanitarian issues.
South Africa, 1980s
Reason: Apartheid policies. Impact: Pressure led to reforms and eventual dismantling of apartheid.
Cuba, 1960-present
Reason: Nationalization of American-owned Cuban businesses without compensation. Impact: Long-term economic hardship and isolation.
North Korea, 2006-present
Reason: Nuclear weapons program. Impact: Economic isolation and technological constraints.
Iran, 1979-present
Reason: Hostage crisis, nuclear program, and state-sponsored terrorism. Impact: Hurt oil exports and financial sector.
Russia, 2014-present
Reason: Annexation of Crimea and conflict in Ukraine. Impact: Economic downturn, currency devaluation, and reduced foreign investments.
Myanmar, 1990s-2010s
Reason: Human rights abuses and suppression of democracy. Impact: Slowed economic development and limited foreign investment.
Libya, 1992-2003
Reason: Involvement in terrorist activities, including Lockerbie bombing. Impact: Hindered oil sector and international isolation.
Yugoslavia, 1992-1995
Reason: Ethnic cleansing and aggression during the Balkan Wars. Impact: Severe economic damage, hyperinflation, and hardship for civilians.
Zimbabwe, Early 2000s-present
Reason: Human rights abuses and election fraud. Impact: Accelerated economic decline and hyperinflation.
Venezuela, 2015-present
Reason: Human rights abuses and undermining of democracy. Impact: Worsened economic crisis and increased political isolation.
Syria, 2011-present
Reason: Government's violent response to protests and civil war atrocities. Impact: Devastated economy, depletion of foreign reserves, and broad humanitarian implications.
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