# Trump says suspension of Russia sanctions is to keep peace negotiations going

- Published: 2026-10-18T23:20:15Z
- Updated: 2026-10-19T03:11:47Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9p8gz7zx4peo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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The US president blocked numerous sanctions on Russia two days before they were due to take effect.

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