Trump defends Russia sanctions waiver to keep Moscow at negotiating table

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President Trump defended his decision to waive Russian sanctions on Sunday, stating it keeps Moscow at the negotiating table amid bipartisan backlash over the move. In a Truth Social post, Trump said he is negotiating peace in the Russia-Ukraine war and does not want to drive Russia away from talks. He also criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for resuming strikes on Russian oil refineries, claiming it hurts global diesel markets. The waiver, which targeted sanctions on Russian energy purchasers, drew criticism from Zelensky, who said the measures could have helped. Trump reiterated his personal disdain for Zelensky, accusing him of not wanting to end the war.


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