Russia calls Trump's sanctions waiver 'historic' move
Moscow welcomes US President's decision to waive new sanctions, while Ukraine expresses concern about his stance on the conflict.
At a glance
- Russia characterised Trump's sanctions waiver as a historic development
- Ukraine expressed worry that Trump is taking Moscow's side in the conflict
- The move marks a potential change in US sanctions policy toward Russia
Russia has described US President Donald Trump's decision to waive new sanctions against the country as "historic". The move comes as Ukraine voices concern that Trump may be favouring Moscow's position in the ongoing conflict.
The waiver represents a significant shift in US policy toward Russia, though the full implications remain unclear from available reports.
Why it matters
The decision signals a potential shift in US approach to Russia at a critical time for the conflict in Europe.
Original reporting
- Asharq Al-Awsat (English)Russia Hails Trump Waiving Sanctions as 'Historic'
- France 24Russia hails Trump waiving sanctions as 'historic'
- Daily Tribune (Bahrain)Russia hails Trump waiving sanctions as 'historic'
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