Trump Suspends New Russia Sanctions Before They Take Effect, Citing National Interests
The pause puts Congress's new penalties on hold just days before implementation, following an announced US deal to buy Russian diesel to lower energy prices.
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Reports describe congressional sanctions targeting Russia over Ukraine war
BBC - Home ↗Reporting confirms Trump had signed the sanctions legislation
The Hill ↗Diesel purchase announcement reported as preceding sanctions waiver
Sydney Morning Herald ↗Executive order reported suspending new sanctions against Russia
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