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- On April 15, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump renewed the national emergency blocking Russian-affiliated vessels from U.S. ports.
- The ban extends through spring 2027.
- The measure was originally enacted in 2022 by President Biden.
- Despite the extension, the Trump administration has eased some sanctions on Russian oil and has removed individuals from the sanctions list, signaling mixed signals about Russia policy.
