Trump suspends Congress Russia sanctions, citing national interest
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday suspending sweeping Russia sanctions that Congress passed last month. The Graham Act aimed to restrict financial resources fueling Russia's war in Ukraine. Trump cited national interest for the pause, a week after announcing a diesel purchase agreement with Russia, drawing bipartisan criticism that the deal could undermine Ukraine.
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Published 17 Oct 2026, 02:56 UTC · Updated 17 Oct 2026, 03:00 UTC
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