Trump pauses Russia sanctions for 60-day review, Rubio says

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said President Donald Trump's waiver of sweeping sanctions and tariffs on Russia is a 60-day pause to analyze their impact on the global economy. Rubio said the pause allows analysis of effects on the US and global economy, noting restrictions involve multiple countries. He cited conflicts like the US war on Iran and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as factors affecting energy prices and economies. Trump defended the decision as good for the US, but critics from both parties called it irresponsible. The waiver followed a deal allowing Russian diesel exports, amid rising fuel costs and midterm election concerns. Ukraine's president said the action rewards Putin.


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