NYT
Trump Wants Putin to End the War. He May Offer Russia Business Deals First.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
President Trump indicated he favors offering economic incentives to Russia as an approach to end the war in Ukraine, rather than relying solely on sanctions pressure. A new sanctions bill was introduced in Congress aimed at pressuring President Vladimir Putin to reach a settlement. Trump's stated position represents a different diplomatic strategy from the sanctions-focused approach.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/17/us/trump-putin-russia-sanctions.html
