Trump waives some Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect

Trump says provisions of a new law aimed at punishing Russia for its war against Ukraine conflict with US national interests.

AI-written summary · The Chestnut Post · October 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM EDT · How we use AI

Trump has waived several sanctions against Russia as a new US law targeting Moscow takes effect.

The law aims to punish Russia for its war against Ukraine. Trump says parts of the legislation run counter to US national interests.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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