Trump waives new Russia sanctions amid Ukraine war

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The move comes as Russia’s war against Ukraine continues and Washington faces pressure over energy prices and relations with Moscow. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged support for the sanctions, while Russian officials described the suspension as significant. The waiver may affect transatlantic policy coordination and signals a potentially major shift in the U.S. approach to Russia.

Sources: BBC News, The New York Times, Euronews