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Trump Waives New Russia Sanctions Passed by Congress

Donald Trump has signed an executive order waiving many of the Russia sanctions Congress passed this year, saying a pause is in America's national interest. The law, named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, was due to take effect this weekend and targeted Vladimir Putin, Russian banks and the shadow tanker fleet. Lawmakers from both parties had urged him to apply the law in full.

By BriefTea Editorial · 17 October 2026 at 5:59

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