Trump suspends certain Russia sanctions, tariffs under Lindsey Graham Act; reserves right to restore them

Economic Times - Oct 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump has waived the application of certain sanctions, restrictions and duties on Russia under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, according to an executive order issued on Saturday. The order outlines a waiver of specified measures provided for under the legislation.

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