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Ukraine September 2026
U.S. House passes Lindsey O. Graham Russia sanctions bill, after many Democrats expressed concern that it would expand President Trump's tariff authorities (LINK) — 16 September 2026
— At the request of Mr. Trump, the bill also extends sanctions on Iran's energy and weapons sectors. The bill allows the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top five purchasers of Russian oil or natural gas. There are exceptions for countries that import less than 15% of their natural gas from Russia and are taking "significant" steps to reduce the imports. It also includes sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin, officials within his government, oligarchs and Russian banks and financial institutions.
Russia hits Ukrainian train shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials leave station (LINK) — 13 September 2026
Ex-CIA boss was at Ukrainian station when Russian drone struck train — (LINK)
US envoys hold talks with Zelensky in Kyiv after meeting Putin: their first visit since Russia's full-scale invasion (LINK) — 6 September 2026
— Jared Kushner said the US president had instructed them to find a way to end the war and "create the right conditions for a long-term, durable peace".