TRUMP WAIVES SEVERAL RUSSIA SANCTIONS AS ROW WITH ZELENSKY INTENSIFIES - INTERNATIONAL

What happened: Donald Trump blocked numerous Russia sanctions two days before they were due to take effect, as his row with Volodymyr Zelensky deepened. The sanctions were passed by Congress and signed into law by Trump in September. Key numbers: Sanctions law allowed tariffs of up to 100% on imports from the top five purchasers of Russian oil and gas. Why it matters: Democrats including Don Beyer accused Trump of capitulating to Moscow and defying congressional intent. The move is likely to draw further anger from Ukraine, which has stressed the need for stringent sanctions. Coverage: 12 outlets in 24h

Donald Trump blocked numerous Russia sanctions two days before they were due to take effect, as his row with Volodymyr Zelensky deepened. The sanctions were passed by Congress and signed into law by Trump in September.

Democrats including Don Beyer accused Trump of capitulating to Moscow and defying congressional intent. The move is likely to draw further anger from Ukraine, which has stressed the need for stringent sanctions.