Russia: US lawmakers want sanctions in tribute to Lindsey Graham

Author: Gildas AmoussouPublished on: July 14, 2026Country: United States

World / International

Russia: US lawmakers want sanctions in tribute to Lindsey Graham

A group of US senators unveiled a bill on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, imposing sanctions on Russia, named 'Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026', in tribute to Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly on Saturday at age 71. The bill targets Russian oil and gas revenues, proposes tariffs up to 100% on major buyers like China and India, and complements EU sanctions. President Donald Trump said the bill has a strong chance of passing.

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