# Trump faces bipartisan pushback over possible Russia sanctions relief

https://mins.news/en/item/80017

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-30 09:51 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/trump-faces-bipartisan-pushback-over-possible-russia-sanctions-relief/

> A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers urged Donald Trump to keep sanctions on Russia, warning that easing them would embolden Moscow and prolong its war against Ukraine. The administration is reportedly considering limited relief in exchange for Russia releasing political prisoners and taking steps toward ending the war.

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