Trump Administration Finalizing Executive Order to Ease Arms Export Rules

The planned executive order aims to streamline arms sales while the U.S. continues efforts to mediate the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

The Trump administration is preparing to announce an executive order that will ease restrictions on U.S. arms exports, potentially within days.
The order is expected to raise Congressional review thresholds for arms transfers, mirroring a 2024 bill proposed by National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
If implemented, the changes could expedite arms sales, particularly to NATO allies, and benefit U.S. defense contractors.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed readiness for a ceasefire, but tensions persist as peace negotiations with Russia remain unresolved.
President Trump has threatened 25 percent tariffs on Russian oil, citing frustration with stalled talks and Russian President Vladimir Putin.