What Happened
Bipartisan Group Defends Ukraine Amid Fears Of Russian War Benefit
A bipartisan group of US lawmakers is pushing back against President Donald Trump’s decision to ease restrictions on Russian diesel imports, citing concerns that the move could benefit Moscow’s war effort in Ukraine. The lawmakers have introduced legislation to nullify the waiver and ensure uninterrupted access to satellite communications for Ukraine’s military. The move comes amid reports of restrictions on Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s Starlink and Starshield satellite systems, which have affected military operations. The developments have exposed growing divisions over the administration’s Russia policy, with some Republicans joining Democrats in demanding accountability and stronger safeguards for Ukraine, as reported by RFE/RL.