Policy·October 17, 2026 at 5:55 AM EDT·3 sources
Trump waives new Russia sanctions in the "national interests"
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What happened
- President Trump waived new broad sanctions and tariffs on Russia, citing the “national interests.”
- The waiver reverses a bipartisan congressional push and comes days before the sanctions were due to take effect.
- The decision raises questions about Washington’s commitment to Ukraine and eases pressure on Russia.
Why it matters
The waiver could affect geopolitical risk, energy markets and the outlook for Russia-related sanctions exposure. It also signals a policy shift relevant to macro and markets professionals.
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Timeline
- First reported by AxiosOct 17Trump waives new Russia sanctions in the "national interests"
- CNBC reportsOct 17Trump waives broad new Russia sanctions and tariffs under Graham Act, citing national interest
- Semafor reportsOct 18Trump waives new Russia sanctions
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