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Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen

Japan Today17 October 2026, 21:17 UTCRussia

President Donald Trump's abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia days before they were to take effect drew outrage Saturday from members of Congress, which had overwhelmingly passed…

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