Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies

US President Donald Trump blocked numerous sanctions on Russia two days before they were due to take effect, adding a new development to an intensifying dispute with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Sanctions halted before implementation

The decision came shortly before the measures were scheduled to begin. The available information does not specify the individual sanctions affected or explain why they were blocked.

Timing adds to diplomatic tension

The move occurred as the row between Trump and Zelensky deepened. That timing places the decision in the context of wider tensions involving the US president and his Ukrainian counterpart, while the immediate consequences of the blocked sanctions were not provided.

Trump’s action leaves the planned Russia measures from taking effect as scheduled. Further details about the sanctions, their intended impact or any subsequent policy decision were not available.