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US House Approves New Russia Sanctions Bill Targeting China and India

Reported by Aditya Chauhan (Staff Writer) · Google News - USA Top Stories ·

✓ — also reported by NDTV - Top Stories

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UPDATE - follow-up to House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming opposition from Democratic leaders - CBS News: The United States House of Representatives has passed a major Russia sanctions bill, sending the legislation directly to President Donald Trump after it cleared the chamber despite resistance from Democratic leaders.

Key Details

The new measure places fresh targets on major energy buyers purchasing from Russia, specifically naming China and India. The sprawling legislation also includes provisions honoring Lindsey Graham and hands a win to the administration on tariffs even as opposition members backed the measure with reluctance.

ExplainerWhy this matters

What Happened

The US House passed a sweeping sanctions bill targeting Russia and its top energy buyers, China and India, while sending the measure to the president.

Why It Matters

Sanctioning major buyers like China and India alters global energy trade patterns and tests diplomatic ties between Washington and these nations.

What Happens Next

The bill now goes to Donald Trump for final enactment, after which enforcement agencies will begin implementing the new trade restrictions.

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