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Trump Waives Russia Sanctions; GOP Blasts Move, Oil Prices Drop

October 19, 2026

Summary

President Trump waived new sanctions on Russia, citing a need to keep Moscow at the negotiating table for a peace deal, a move that drew anger from Republican lawmakers. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused Trump of trying to push Ukraine to surrender and prolonging the war.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • Trump’s Russia Sanctions Waiver Draws GOP Anger
  • Oil Prices Fall as Traders Weigh Russia Sanctions Waiver, Middle East Risks

Right

  • Rubio Says Trump to Take up to 60 Days to Weigh Russia Sanctions - Newsmax

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