Zelensky criticizes Trump's waiver of Russia sanctions as 'huge mistake'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized President Trump's decision to waive sanctions and tariffs against Russia days before they were set to take effect under a new law, saying the measure could have helped end the war. Zelensky said the waiver came as Russia launched over 320 attack drones against Ukraine's energy sector in a 12-hour period, accusing Moscow of trying to cause a blackout before winter. He argued the U.S. decision encourages further attacks. Trump signed the Lindsey Graham Act last month but issued an executive order Friday waiving it, citing U.S. national interests. The move follows his easing of Russian oil sanctions amid rising fuel costs linked to the Iran war.