Trump is ‘trying to hurt’ Russia through oil sanctions

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Putin says U.S. sanctions are ‘serious’ but won’t make Russia stop war
President Donald Trump’s sanctions against two of Russia’s largest oil companies come as the European Union passes its 19th package targeting the energy sector.

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Trump sanctions Russian oil as West raises pressure on Putin to end war in Ukraine
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Trump sanctions Russian oil. His position on ending the war remains fluid.
US to unveil major Russia sanctions after Putin ‘not honest’ in talks, says Treasury chief
The United States will announce a major expansion of sanctions against Russia within hours, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Wednesday (Oct 22), a day after President Donald Trump halted plan...

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Pump prices could rise after US, EU hit Russian oil companies with new sanctions and oil spikes
Putin says Russia will never bow to U.S. pressure
Putin Calls U.S. Sanctions ‘Unfriendly Act’ and Says Russia Won’t Bend
Russian companies have long been preparing for the possibility of increased sanctions, said Tatiana Stanovaya, the founder of the political analysis firm R.Politik.

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US sanctions Russian oil majors over Ukraine, prompting jitters in India and China
‘Well-Targeted Decision’: Zelenskyy Says Trump's Sanctions On Russian Oil Giants 'Much-Needed'

Trump administration latest: Shutdown will extend into next week as Senate leaves DC

The government shutdown will extend into next week, as the Senate leaves town for the weekend yet again without a deal to reopen the government. Their next votes are expected on Monday, which will be day 27 of the shutdown.

Government shutdown hits 3 weeks as furloughs mount. Live updates

The government shutdown reaches 3 weeks with no end in sight, as furloughs and Obamacare health insurance premiums rise. Here are live updates.
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