US senator's 'clean up your act' warning to India, China over Russia
· World · Times of India, Hindustan Times, Euronews
US Senator Richard Blumenthal has publicly urged India and China to stop purchasing oil and gas from Russia. This warning follows the US Congress's passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which aims to reduce Moscow's war revenues. The legislation allows for tariffs of up to 100% on products from countries that continue to import Russian energy. While the bill targets Russian officials and entities, it includes an exemption for nations that can prove they are taking significant steps to reduce their reliance on Russian natural gas. President Donald Trump is expected to sign the sanctions package into law following recommendations from his advisers.
Why it matters
The legislation provides the US government with new powers to impose severe trade penalties on major energy importers like India and China, potentially disrupting existing energy supply chains and diplomatic relations.
Read the original report — Times of India
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