Trump waives several Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect
Trump says parts of a new law that aims to punish Moscow for its war against Ukraine are against US national interests.
BBC News reports: Trump says parts of a new law that aims to punish Moscow for its war against Ukraine are against US national interests.
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