The US House of Representatives passed a temporary budget law on 2026-08-11 with 370 votes in favor and 48 against, funding federal agencies until December 11, 2026. ^[1] Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war and cease hostilities during their meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on August 31, 2026. ^[2] Russia's Defense Ministry said on August 31, 2026 that it is planning 'massive strikes' on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, days after an attack on an ammunition warehouse. ^[3] Politico reported that a bill seeking new sanctions on Russia faces significant opposition in the US House of Representatives, leaving its prospects uncertain. ^[4] The US House of Representatives approved a resolution on Tuesday to extend federal funding and prevent a government shutdown before the November midterm elections. ^[5] On September 1, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 370-48, with 14 members not voting, to adopt a Senate appropriations bill continuing funding for federal agencies until December 11. ^[6] The adopted bill blocks proposed rule changes from the Office of Management and Budget that would have granted politically appointed bureaucrats authority over federal research grants. ^[7] A sanctions bill against Russia named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham is facing significant opposition in the US House of Representatives. ^[8] Malak Dudakov stated that the Graham sanctions bill against Russia and Iran faces a threat of not being approved by the US House of Representatives. ^[9] The continuing resolution temporarily blocks the implementation of a proposed Office of Management and Budget rule that would change how federal grants are awarded, reviewed, and managed. ^[10] The continuing resolution is intended to prevent a U.S. government shutdown in October. ^[11] The temporary budget law must be signed by US President Donald Trump to take effect, a final step the article describes as a formality. ^[12]