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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.

U.S. President Donald Trump walks across the South Lawn while returning to the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 30, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard

Overview

  • 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.