US Lays Out Guidelines for Russian Diamond Sanctions

Restrictions on stones weighing 1 carat or more to begin March 1.

Five Diamond-Industry Developments to Watch This Year

The ongoing Russian-sanctions saga and two big deals for Botswana are among the hot topics for 2024.

How EU Sanctions on Russian Diamonds May Work

What we know — and what we don’t — about the timeline, scale and provisos of the long-awaited ban.

G7 Members Confirm Bans on Russian Diamonds

WFDB criticizes plan to introduce single entry point for rough goods.

Martin Rapaport’s Open Letter on Russian Sanctions

Martin Rapaport’s open letter to the European Union.

EU Submits Plans for Sanctions on Russian Diamonds

Proposal requires backing from all 27 member states.

Russia Attacks West for ‘Distorting’ Kimberley Process

G7 nations have politicized the organization, open letter claims ahead of plenary meeting.

EU Confirms It Plans to Sanction Russian Diamonds

Bloc working on 12th package of punitive measures since Ukraine war began.

Russia to Launch Online Jewelry Marketplace – Report

Ministry of Finance believes platform will simplify exports.

A Rough Overhaul: Russia, Botswana, and Excess Supply

Newly published Kimberley Process numbers give fresh insights into current market developments.

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