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Trump waives Russian energy sanctions, sparking diplomatic and political fallout

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President Trump's administration has waived new sanctions and tariffs on Russian energy exports, a move intended to lower global energy prices ahead of midterm elections. This decision has created diplomatic tensions with Ukraine and exposed divisions within the Republican party, as many lawmakers criticize the waivers. Energy Secretary Chris Wright framed the diesel deal as an incentive for Russia to de-escalate its conflict with Ukraine, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated a 60-day review period for implementing related legislation. AI

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Trump waives Russian energy sanctions, sparking diplomatic and political fallout

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Geman ·

    The fallout from Trump's Russia energy moves

    <p>President Trump's moves to avoid new penalties on Russian <a href="https://www.axios.com/energy-climate" target="_blank">energy</a> sent <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/10/18/trump-russia-diesel-deal-rubio-wright-sanctions" target="_blank">shockwaves</a> through Washington…

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