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Trump waives key Russia-related sanctions, tariffs before they take effect under new law - Fri, 16 Oct 2026 PST

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump waived key Russia-related U.S. sanctions and tariffs days before they were to take effect under a law he signed last month, including duties on the country’s goods and penalties for buying its oil and gas.

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