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The United States has waived sanctions on India for purchasing Russian oil, a move described as an incentive to end the war. The diesel embargo has also been lifted.
The United States Treasury announced that sanctions against Russia would not be lifted, despite a waiver issued by President Trump. The waiver, which temporarily suspends tariffs on countries importing Russian oil, specifically exempts diesel fuel. This decision follows reports that India and other nations would be spared penalties for purchasing Russian crude.
This move comes amid broader international efforts to manage global energy markets and exert pressure on Russia. The waiver, linked to a law sponsored by Senator Lindsey Graham, appears to be a tactical adjustment rather than a fundamental shift in policy. Critics, including Ukrainian officials, view the waiver as a concession that undermines sanctions.
9 sources across English · blind spot: little coverage from the center
Left 44% · Center 0% · Right 56%
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Left: Left-leaning outlets reported on the US Treasury Secretary defending the waiver of Russian sanctions as an incentive for peace, while others criticized the waiver and noted a watchdog's stance.
Right: Right-leaning sources focused on President Trump's decision to waive sanctions on India for purchasing Russian oil, framing it as a relief and highlighting the absence of tariffs.
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Al Arabiya English · Oct 18
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Al Jazeera English · Oct 18
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