Donald Trump Signs Law Imposing New Sanctions Against Russia
The U.S. president signed the legislation on Friday, specifically targeting Russia's energy sector amid the war in Ukraine.

Donald Trump signed into law on Friday, September 18, 2026, legislation imposing new sanctions on Russia due to the war in Ukraine, according to RFI.
The legislation specifically targets Russia's energy sector, according to the same source.
According to RFI, this law represents the first major congressional action against Moscow since the U.S. president's return to power.
Sources
- États-Unis: Donald Trump promulgue une loi imposant de nouvelles sanctions contre la Russie — RFI — Français
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