On October 17, 2026, President Donald Trump's administration caused surprise by suspending key sanctions against Russia, just days before their entry into force. These sanctions, included in the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026" signed by Trump himself in mid-September, were initially intended to impose tariffs of up to 100% on Russian goods and penalize third countries for purchasing its oil and gas. The announcement was made via a presidential decree, justifying the decision by the "national interest of the United States," according to a certification submitted to Congress. This measure comes in a context of rapprochement between Trump and Moscow, contrasting with his public criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, even suggesting a need for new leadership in Kyiv.
A consensus is emerging on Washington's suspension of sanctions, generating diverse reactions. Western sources (News magazine, Center-Left, Liberal/Center) confirm the suspension, with Le Monde (Center-Left) specifying the duration of the pause to 'analyze the repercussions'. The Independent (Liberal/Center) highlights the irony that Trump himself had previously approved the law. East/South sources...
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