US Congress passes new Russia sanctions bill as India and China raise concerns

What Happened

The US Congress passed a major sanctions bill against Russia, granting the US new tariff tools that affect countries purchasing Russian energy supplies.

Why It Matters

Major buyers like India and China face direct economic and diplomatic pressure, as secondary tariffs threaten their energy security and strain foreign relations with Washington.

What Happens Next

It remains to be seen if and how the incoming US administration will deploy these new tariff weapons, and how targeted nations like India and China will adjust their energy imports.