Donald Trump Delays Sanctions on Russia, Sparking Congressional Backlash

US President Donald Trump has delayed the implementation of specific sanctions against Russia that were previously approved by Congress. Trump argued that these sanctions conflicted with US national interests, specifically regarding plans to purchase Russian oil to lower domestic energy prices. This decision has faced significant backlash from lawmakers, with twenty members of Congress urging him to fully enforce the measures. Critics, including Ukrainian officials, warn that easing these sanctions undermines international pressure on Russia to end the war in Ukraine. The sanctions were intended to target Russian finance, banks, and senior officials.