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ZELENSKYY CRITICISES TRUMP WAIVER OF SANCTIONS ON RUSSIA AS WRONG
Zelenskyy criticizing Trump's Russia sanctions waiver signals geopolitical tension.
Context
What happened: Trump issued an executive order waiving Russia-related sanctions and tariffs, including duties on Russian goods and penalties for buying its oil and gas, that were set to start next week under the Graham Act.
Why it matters: Zelenskyy said the waiver helps only Russia and emboldens Putin, while Russia's investment envoy called it a historic moment. Representative Don Beyer said Trump was giving in to Putin.
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What changed
Trump issued an executive order waiving Russia-related sanctions and tariffs, including duties on Russian goods and penalties for buying its oil and gas, that were set to start next week under the Graham Act.
Why it matters
Zelenskyy said the waiver helps only Russia and emboldens Putin, while Russia's investment envoy called it a historic moment. Representative Don Beyer said Trump was giving in to Putin.
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Oct 18, 2026 03:21 AM ET