Trump waives new Russia sanctions as Ukraine ties slump

What happened: Trump signed an executive order waiving sweeping U.S. sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia's energy revenues, a move the report describes as marking a new low in Washington's ties with Ukraine. Key numbers: Zelenskyy urged EU leaders to keep financing Kyiv's fight with nearly $80 billion more next year. The Lindsey Graham Act had allowed duties up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas. Why it matters: The waiver came as Trump's support for Ukraine slumped and Zelenskyy pressed EU leaders for continued financing, signaling a shift in Washington's posture toward Kyiv. Coverage: 9 outlets in 24h

Trump signed an executive order waiving sweeping U.S. sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia's energy revenues, a move the report describes as marking a new low in Washington's ties with Ukraine.

The waiver came as Trump's support for Ukraine slumped and Zelenskyy pressed EU leaders for continued financing, signaling a shift in Washington's posture toward Kyiv.