Trump considers imposing sanctions on Russia in coming days, WSJ reports
- President Donald Trump could impose new sanctions on Russia soon due to frustrations with Russian President Vladimir Putin's attacks on Ukraine, according to people familiar with the matter.
- Trump said he would "absolutely" consider new sanctions following a missile and drone bombardment that caused many deaths.
- Trump expressed worry that new sanctions could disrupt peace talks with Russia, stating, "if you start threatening sanctions, the Russians will stop talking."
- Lawmakers from both parties are urging Trump to increase US sanctions, with Senator Lindsey Graham introducing a bill for a 500% tariff on imports from countries purchasing Russian oil, natural gas, or uranium.
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President Donald Trump signaled over the weekend that he is seriously weighing tougher sanctions on Russia over its years-long war against Ukraine, a potential move backed by a bipartisan Senate supermajority eager to force Moscow’s hand, as peace negotiations falter.In a Sunday exchange with reporters, Trump said he is “absolutely” considering new sanctions on Russia. Hours later, he blasted Russian President Vladimir Putin on social media, cal…
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