# Trump halts Russia sanctions as Ukraine war intensifies

> President Trump stopped sanctions against Russia set to take effect Sunday as the Ukraine conflict enters a critical winter phase.
- Title: Trump halts Russia sanctions as Ukraine war intensifies
- Summary: President Trump stopped sanctions against Russia set to take effect Sunday as the Ukraine conflict enters a critical winter phase. President Trump waived…
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- Source: CBS News — https://cbsnews.com/video/trump-gives-reason-for-waiving-sanctions-against-russia
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## Trump stops Russia sanctions
President Trump decided to stop sanctions against Russia that were expected to take effect on Sunday. The move comes as the war with Ukraine enters a critical phase.
## Winter escalation in Ukraine
The decision to waive sanctions comes as the conflict with Ukraine reaches a critical phase during the winter months, when fighting typically intensifies.
## CBS News reports the decision
CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports on President Trump's decision to waive the sanctions against Russia.
## Key takeaway

President Trump waived sanctions against Russia scheduled for Sunday as the war with Ukraine reaches a critical phase during winter.