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Donald Trump has suspended key new Russia sanctions, prompting bipartisan criticism and raising fresh concerns about American support for Ukraine.
President Donald Trump has sparked a fresh political controversy in Washington after suspending key sanctions and trade penalties targeting Russia and countries that purchase Russian oil and natural gas. The decision came just two days before major provisions of a new law were scheduled to take effect, raising questions about the administration’s strategy toward Moscow and its commitment to supporting Ukraine. Trump signed an executive order on October 16, 2026, invoking a provision that allows the president to waive certain requirements under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. The law was signed in September and was designed to increase economic pressure on Russia over its continuing war against Ukraine. The president said the waiver was in the national interest of the United States. However, the decision immediately drew criticism from lawmakers in both parties, with opponents arguing that delaying the measures could weaken Washington’s leverage over Russian President Vladimir Putin. The White House order confirms that Trump waived several sanctions provisions, restrictions and duties established…
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