Trump waived several Russia sanctions two days before they were due to take effect, easing near-term tariff risk on buyers of Russian oil and gas, most significantly China and India. The law had given

What happened: Trump issued an executive order blocking numerous Russia sanctions passed by Congress, saying it is in the US "national interests" to withhold some of them. The law was due to take effect on Sunday. Key numbers: Law due to take effect 18 October. Tariffs of up to 100% on the top five purchasers of Russian oil and gas. Why it matters: A bipartisan group of lawmakers urged "full and faithful implementation," saying the law would be "decisive in forcing Putin to take peace talks seriously." Allies criticised Trump's plan to import Russian diesel. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

Trump issued an executive order blocking numerous Russia sanctions passed by Congress, saying it is in the US "national interests" to withhold some of them. The law was due to take effect on Sunday.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers urged "full and faithful implementation," saying the law would be "decisive in forcing Putin to take peace talks seriously." Allies criticised Trump's plan to import Russian diesel.