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Trump puts on hold new Russia sanctions he signed into law
Trump halting new Russia sanctions signals potential easing of geopolitical tensions.
Context
What happened: US President Donald Trump put on hold a sweeping package of Russia sanctions he signed into law last month, telling Congress the pause is in the national interest.
Why it matters: The pause follows Trump's statement that the US signed a deal to buy diesel from Russia. Republican and Democratic critics said the deal would help Russia's war effort without affecting fuel prices. Democratic Representative Don Beyer called on Congress to fix the law.
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What changed
US President Donald Trump put on hold a sweeping package of Russia sanctions he signed into law last month, telling Congress the pause is in the national interest.
Why it matters
The pause follows Trump's statement that the US signed a deal to buy diesel from Russia. Republican and Democratic critics said the deal would help Russia's war effort without affecting fuel prices. Democratic Representative Don Beyer called on Congress to fix the law.
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Oct 17, 2026 05:42 AM ET