The Guardian
Rubio says Trump’s 60-day Russia sanctions pause is for economic review
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described Donald Trump’s waiver of sanctions and tariffs on Russia as a 60-day pause to assess their effects on the global and US economies. The decision drew criticism from members of Congress. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expects further sanctions relief and urged Europe to pursue its own talks with Moscow.
What to know
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Rubio said the economic restrictions involve countries beyond Russia and cited high energy prices and the Iran war.
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Republicans Rick Scott and Thom Tillis criticised the waiver; Scott called for economic pressure on Russia.
Why it matters
The dispute concerns economic pressure on Russia and the effects of sanctions and tariffs on the US and global economies.
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