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US Senate advances Russia sanctions bill following death of Lindsey Graham

The Guardian US and Kyiv Independent describe the same event in different terms.

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What happened "It's not only about money that help Russia wage its war, but it's also a big signal to Europe, Ukraine, and our people, so I'm very thankful," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
The headline split The left frames it as "US Senate votes to advance Russia sanctions bill that would give Trump new tariff powers...". The center frames it as "US Senate advances Russia sanctions bill following death of Lindsey Graham".
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WHAT EACH SIDE EMPHASIZED

Left / center-leftUS Senate votes to advance Russia sanctions bill that would give Trump new tariff powers – live

The Guardian US · Center-left · News report

CenterUS Senate advances Russia sanctions bill following death of Lindsey Graham

Kyiv Independent · Center · News report

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The Guardian USNews report · Jul 29, 12:24 AM

US Senate votes to advance Russia sanctions bill that would give Trump new tariff powers – live

Despite resounding 86-to-12 vote, Democratic aide warns bill gives president unchecked discretion to waive sanctions and impose tariffs Sign up for the Breaking News US email Trump’s meetin...

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Kyiv IndependentNews report · Jul 29, 12:16 AM

US Senate advances Russia sanctions bill following death of Lindsey Graham

"It's not only about money that help Russia wage its war, but it's also a big signal to Europe, Ukraine, and our people, so I'm very thankful," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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