Trump puts on hold new Russia sanctions he signed into law
Summary
President Donald Trump has delayed the start of new sanctions on Russia that he recently signed into law, saying the hold is in the country’s best interest. The sanctions, created to punish Russia for its war actions and limit its money from oil and gas, were set to begin soon but are now postponed.Key Facts
- President Trump signed a law last month to impose sanctions on Russia.
- The sanctions target Russian officials, banks, and a secret fleet of tankers carrying energy.
- The law included tariffs up to 100% on the largest buyers of Russian oil and gas, with some exceptions.
- Trump paused the sanctions just two days before they were to start.
- The pause came shortly after the US agreed to buy diesel fuel from Russia.
- Critics say the diesel deal helps Russia’s war efforts and does not reduce fuel prices.
- Lawmakers from both parties passed the sanctions law with wide support.
- Trump has criticized Ukrainian President Zelenskyy recently and faces disapproval from the public on various issues ahead of midterm elections.
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