Trump waives specified Russia sanctions and duties under Graham Act
An Oct. 16 order waives designated sanctions, restrictions and duties under a new law, but leaves the law and specified separate Russia measures in place.
Russia sanctions
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EU Adopts 21st Sanctions Package Targeting Russian Energy, Finance and Crypto Services
The European Union adopted its 21st sanctions package against Russia on July 23, expanding pressure on energy revenues, financial services and crypto-asset channels linked to sanctions evasion.
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Senate passes Russia sanctions bill, sending pressure to House before August recess
The Senate approved a sweeping Russia sanctions bill on Aug. 7, 2026, including a presidential waiver mechanism negotiated in part by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. The House has not completed action.
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EU Expands Russia Sanctions to Additional Crypto Services and LNG Transfers
The EU Council adopted new Russia sanctions on July 23, expanding restrictions on additional crypto-asset services and requiring recurring reports on Russian-origin LNG sent to third countries.
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Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill, putting pressure on House and White House
The Senate passed a Russia sanctions bill on August 7, setting up a test for the House and President Trump over sanctions and presidential waiver authority.
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Senate Advances Russia Sanctions Bill After Zelenskyy Visits Capitol
The Senate advanced a proposed Russia sanctions package in an 86-12 procedural vote as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy watched from the gallery.