Rubio Says Update on Pending Russia Sanctions Coming Later Wednesday

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he would provide an update later in the day on whether a new package of sanctions against Russia will take effect this week. Asked about the timing, Rubio replied that he would "have more to say later today." Rubio added that he had just spoken by phone with Witkoff and expects further discussions to continue on Wednesday, suggesting negotiations remain fluid. He cautioned that forthcoming announcements could be either "positive" or "not," indicating the final decision on the sanctions has not yet been reached.