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 even 500%—on countries that continue to import Russian oil, specifically targeting India, China, and Brazil.
This move is intended to cut off Russia's oil revenue and pressure President Putin to end the war in Ukraine. The US is urging European allies to join in these secondary sanctions, while NATO officials have echoed similar warnings. India and China have pushed back, citing energy security needs and accusing the West of double standards, as the EU itself continues to buy significant amounts of Russian energy.
The proposed tariffs have sparked international debate over their effectiveness, potential economic fallout, and the geopolitical tensions they may escalate.
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