Russia sanctions bill advances in US House, set for final vote

…net energy importers like India, especially amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Beijing opposes measures that lack authorisation from the UN Security Council. “ China engages in normal economic and trade cooperation with other countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit ,” Guo said at a media briefing. “Such cooperation does not target any third party and shall be free from disruption or coercion from any third party. China opposes long-arm jurisdiction and unilateral sanctions that…

…with other countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit,” Guo said at a media briefing. “Such cooperation does not target any third party and shall be free from disruption or coercion from any third party. China opposes long-arm jurisdiction and unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law and lack UN Security Council mandate ,” he said. The bill seeks sanctions not only against Russia's leadership and energy sector but also against vessels in the so-called “shadow fleet” that allegedly help Moscow evade sanctions on oil shipments. It also…

…Supporters said the tariff provisions were intended to deter countries from purchasing Russian energy, while critics warned that the measure could also affect US allies and push up prices for American consumers. “ For too long, Putin has bankrolled this devastating war with money and resources from countries willing to look the other way, and today, that ends ,” House Speaker Mike Johnson said. Democratic opposition included concerns over the powers the legislation would give Trump. Rep. Don Beyer said supporters could regret the measure if Trump used the new authority…

…for the bill, while 152 voted against it. Among Republicans, 203 voted yes while seven voted against it. Speaker Mike Johnson celebrated the vote and highlighted the additional tariff power it provides the president. " For too long, Putin has bankrolled this devastating war with money and resources from countries willing to look the other way, and today, that ends ," Johnson said. (With AP inputs) Oops! Looks like you have exceeded the limit to bookmark the image. Remove some to bookmark this image.…

…the five largest buyers of Russian crude oil and natural gas. India and China, both major buyers of Russian crude, are likely targets, it said, adding that the Act puts India at risk of tariffs of up to 100 per cent. " The new US Act turns sanctions into a trade weapon against India. Washington will now threaten tariffs of up to 100 per cent and then offer a lower rate if New Delhi cuts Russian oil purchases and accepts concessions under a deeply unequal bilateral trade agreement ," GTRI Founder Ajay Srivastava said. He cautioned that India should not trade away its energy security for temporary tariff relief. "Neither signing a trade agreement nor stopping Russian oil purchases can protect it…

…added that Washington has imposed new tariffs even after signing trade agreements with major partners such as the EU, Japan and South Korea, using Section 301 investigations, sectoral measures and other trade laws. " India should not allow US tariff threats to determine its energy policy. Discounted Russian crude has lowered India's import bill, strengthened energy security and helped contain inflation ," Srivastava said, adding that India should continue buying Russian oil as long as it remains commercially competitive and negotiate firmly with Washington without granting unilateral trade concessions. India’s oil…

…said, “The Government of India has noted the passage of the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act in the US Congress. We are monitoring further developments on this matter.” It added, “As stated on several earlier occasions, India remains firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people. It will continue to do so through diversified sourcing and on the basis of evolving market dynamics. ” The MEA said, “This issue has been discussed at high levels in recent months with various US interlocutors. Its potential implications for not just the bilateral relationship but also the international energy market…

…to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people. "The government of India has noted the passage of the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act in the US Congress. We are monitoring further developments on this matter. As stated on several earlier occasions, India remains firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people. It will continue to do so through diversified sourcing and on the basis of evolving market dynamics, " it said. "This issue has been discussed at high levels in recent months with various US interlocutors. Its potential implications for not just the bilateral relationship but also the international energy market have…

…economic interests and ensure energy security. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters that Russia was monitoring the progress of the legislation, "We are, of course, monitoring the progress of this document. It falls under the category of unfriendly actions, and of course the imposition of any additional sanctions by the U.S. would certainly complicate efforts to find a peace settlement in Ukraine. " The measure now heads to US president Donald Trump and would give the administration powers to impose sanctions on Russia and tariffs of up to 100 per cent on the top five purchasers of Russian oil or natural gas. The…

…India, you better buy your oil and gas somewhere else, Democratic senator Richard Blumenthal warned on Wednesday after the US Congress approved a bill that could expose major buyers of Russian energy to steep tariffs. “ To China and India: You better clean up your act. Buy your oil and gas somewhere else. Appeasement is not a strategy, ” he told reporters. The US House of Representatives have passed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by a 262-159 vote. The bill will now go to US President Donald Trump for his signature. The…

…“shadow fleet” of vessels, which Washington says helps Moscow evade sanctions and continue selling oil. ALSO READ | 'Indian side has made clear...': MEA as Russia sanctions bill threatening 100% tariff clears US House “ Russia is getting that oil and gas sold by using the shadow fleet, which means that it's being bought at less than market rates, and it's going mostly to countries like China and India, ” Shaheen said, as per PTI. “China is the top user of Russian oil and gas, and we need to send a very strong message, not just to Putin, but to China, and to anybody who is buying Russian oil and gas, that they are…

…and Slovakia. Democrats raise concerns over Trump's tariff powers While the bill received bipartisan support, some Democrats opposed the measure because of the additional authority it gives the president over tariffs. “ What we're not for is giving more tariff authority to this president, ” Democratic Congressman Richard Neal said during the House debate, as per Reuters. The legislation is named after the late Republican Senator Lindsey O Graham of South Carolina, who spent more than a year building…

…sanctions on Iran. Reacting to the development, Mr. Kharge said on X, "Narendra Modi ji, your dear friend 'Abki Baar Trump Sarkar' dictates, you capitulate and 140 crore Indians are left to bear the consequences! The threat of up to 100% U.S. tariffs on Indian goods shows how the Modi govt's foreign and trade policies have miserably failed. " “Pharmaceuticals, textiles, engineering goods, chemicals, auto components, gems and jewellery, electronics and technology could face a severe tariff shock,” Mr. Kharge said. "First came 25% tariffs, then 50%, and now…

…on the top five importers of Russian oil or natural gas, with an exception for countries that import less than 15per cent of Russia's natural gas exports and have taken significant steps to reduce those imports. " These countries have a choice to make about whether they will continue to sustain Putin's aggression ," Republican Representative Michael McCaul was quoted as saying by news agency AP. Supporters said the tariff provisions are aimed at deterring China and India from purchasing Russian energy. The critics, however, said…

…despite overwhelming support in the caucus for aiding Ukraine. Representative Steny Hoyer (D) told colleagues they can't control what the president does, but they can stand up and declare where they are on the war. " If we fail to pass this bill, there will be cheers in the Kremlin and tears in Kyiv ," Hoyer said. But Representative Don Beyer (D) predicted Ukraine supporters would come to regret voting for the bill. "Yes they will be able to say we stood with Ukraine' in the immediate aftermath," Beyer said. "But…

…Kyiv," Hoyer said. But Representative Don Beyer (D) predicted Ukraine supporters would come to regret voting for the bill. "Yes they will be able to say we stood with Ukraine' in the immediate aftermath," Beyer said. " But when Donald Trump hits our allies with new tariffs and waives sanctions on Russia, the propaganda victory for Putin will be lasting, and the damage will be embedded in US law. " Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York, speaking in opposition to the bill, said Democrats would continue to support the Ukrainian people until victory is won, "but this bill does not provide a path to secure…

…and the damage will be embedded in US law." Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York, speaking in opposition to the bill, said Democrats would continue to support the Ukrainian people until victory is won, " but this bill does not provide a path to secure that. " In all, 58 Democrats broke with Jeffries and voted for the bill, while 152 voted against it. Among Republicans, 203 voted yes while seven voted against it. Speaker Mike Johnson celebrated the vote and highlighted the…