Trump eases Russia oil sanctions, but is Europe still buying Moscow’s gas?

Donald Trump signed an executive order suspending Russia-related sanctions, citing the United States’ “national interest.” The blocked measures included duties on Russian goods and penalties for buying Russian oil and gas, just days before they were due to take effect. Earlier in October, his administration also waived sanctions on Russian diesel sales until April 2027 to help lower energy prices, prompting Volodymyr Zelensky to call the move a “gift” to Vladimir Putin. Trump has accused Europeans of hypocrisy as EU countries continue to import Russian gas.