Kremlin hails Trump's suspension of sanctions on Russia as historic
The Kremlin celebrated Donald Trump's decision to suspend major US sanctions against Russia, calling it a "historic" moment on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The move represents a significant setback for Ukraine. Trump signed a presidential decree on Friday revoking broad sanctions and tariffs targeting Russian energy revenues, just two days before they were set to take effect. The decision came amid escalating tensions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during the fifth year of Russia's invasion. The suspended "Graham Law," named after the late Republican senator Lindsey Graham, was enacted in mid-September and targeted Russia's energy sector, including its "shadow fleet" and top officials. Zelensky, feeling "betrayed," has requested an additional $70 billion from European allies to fund Ukraine's resistance.