The article discusses why Russia was not included in Donald Trump's list of tariffs on US trade partners, citing existing sanctions as the reason. It mentions that while countries with minimal trade like Syria were included, Russia's sanctions preclude meaningful trade. Trump has taken a friendlier stance towards Russia and is focused on ending the war in Ukraine. The article also highlights Ukraine's new tariffs on exports to the US and the ongoing negotiations for better trade terms. Vollständiger Artikel (bbc.com europe)