Trump suspends Russia sanctions, straining ties with Ukraine

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President Trump suspended several economic sanctions against Russia on Friday, intensifying diplomatic tensions with Ukraine just days before restrictions approved by Congress were set to take effect. The White House cited US national interests as justification. The suspended package included tariffs up to 100% on goods from major Russian oil and gas buyers, plus restrictions on officials, financial institutions, and vessels. Ukrainian President Zelensky criticized the move, while Russia welcomed it as an opportunity for economic cooperation. US lawmakers accused Trump of favoring Putin, and the decision came amid Russian attacks on 15 Ukrainian energy facilities. No evidence links the suspension to a peace agreement or ceasefire commitments.


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