Trump pauses new Russia sanctions package, citing national interest
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President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday pausing a new Russia sanctions package passed by Congress, citing US national interest. The move suspends legislation targeting Russia's economy amid its war with Ukraine. The sanctions bill, named after late Sen. Lindsey Graham, had bipartisan support and aimed to cut financial resources fueling the conflict. Trump signed it last month but reversed course, days after announcing a US deal to purchase Russian diesel. The White House did not explain the national interest rationale. The decision follows Trump's criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and comes as his approval ratings near historic lows ahead of the November 3 election.