Punitive measures, often economic, between nations or directed at individuals in foreign countries

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Saint Ambrose barring the emperor Theodosius I from Milan Cathedral. Etching by W. Unger after Sir P.P. Rubens.

Saint Ambrose barring the emperor Theodosius I from Milan Cathedral . Mixed method engraving by S. Freeman, 1832, after Sir A. van Dyck after P.P. Rubens.

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Sanctions (International law)

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Saint Ambrose barring the emperor Theodosius I from Milan Cathedral . Mixed method engraving by S. Freeman, 1832, after Sir A. van Dyck after P.P. Rubens.

Saint Ambrose barring the emperor Theodosius I from Milan Cathedral. Etching by W. Unger after Sir P.P. Rubens.