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Trump defends Russia sanctions waivers, accuses Zelenskyy of 'prolonging war'

US President Donald Trump again accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of not wanting to end the war. The remarks come amid renewed tensions over US policy toward Moscow including waiving some sanctions.

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US President Donald Trump on Sunday accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of prolonging the war with Russia, claiming Kyiv had little interest in peace. Trump said negotiations to end the four-year conflict were making “great progress” but alleged Zelensky was reluctant to reach a deal because of European financial support.

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Trump administration holds and waives new Russia sanctions under Graham Act

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President Trump has waived and put on hold the new Russia sanctions and tariffs mandated by the Graham Act, citing national interest; he has since defended the move and accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of prolonging the war.

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Trump has publicly defended the Russia sanctions waiver and accused Ukrainian President Zelenskyy of prolonging the war.

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Trump defends Russia sanctions waivers, accuses Zelenskyy of 'prolonging war'

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Trump defends Russia sanctions relief, blasts Zelensky on peace

US President Donald Trump on Sunday accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of prolonging the war with Russia, claiming Kyiv had little interest in peace. Trump said negotiations to end the four-year conflict were making “great progress” but alleged Zelensky was reluctant to reach a deal because of European financial support.

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