The US, led by Senator Lindsey Graham and supported by former President Donald Trump, is threatening to impose massive secondary tariffs—up to 100% or more—on countries that continue to import Russian oil, specifically targeting India, China, and Brazil.
This move is intended to cut off financial support to Russia amid its ongoing war in Ukraine and to pressure Moscow into peace negotiations. The US is urging European allies to join in these secondary sanctions, while NATO officials have echoed warnings to Russia’s trading partners. India and China have pushed back, citing energy security needs and accusing the West of double standards.
The proposed tariffs and sanctions could have significant global economic repercussions, potentially raising oil prices and straining international relations.
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