Trump waives Russia sanctions amid deepening row with Ukraine
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Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelensky
USA, Ukraine, Russia
October 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 210/18/2026, 4:21:21 AM
President Trump issued an executive order waiving key sanctions on Russia. The move has drawn backlash from US lawmakers and criticism from President Zelensky. Ukraine reports 9 deaths and 60 injuries from recent Russian strikes. Tensions rise over Starlink restrictions and Russian diesel imports.
- Earlier version 110/18/2026, 4:11:14 AM
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