Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold, saying waiver is in US national interest

A local news story from New York, reported by WGRZ Buffalo.

Local News · New York · October 16, 2026

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President Donald Trump signed an executive order that puts on hold a sanctions package targeting the Russian economy.

Reported by WGRZ Buffalo, October 16, 2026. Read the full story at WGRZ Buffalo →

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