PoliticalUnited States·Unpinned18 Oct 2026
Treasury Secretary Bessent denies sanctions relief for Russia following diesel deal
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on Sunday that President Trump did not provide Russia with sanctions relief despite waiving upcoming sanctions. The decision followed the signing of a deal allowing Russia to permit diesel into the U.S. and global marketplace. During an appearance on NBC News's "Meet the Press," Secretary Bessent addressed questions…
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