Overview

• U.S. senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal have introduced bipartisan legislation targeting Russia with primary and secondary sanctions if it refuses to engage in peace talks with Ukraine.
• The proposed measures include imposing a 500% tariff on goods from countries purchasing Russian oil, gas, and uranium, aiming to curb Russia's war financing.
• President Trump has expressed frustration with Vladimir Putin over stalled peace negotiations and is considering additional sanctions on Russian oil exports.
• The legislation has garnered rare bipartisan support, with 25 Republicans and 25 Democrats backing the bill, signaling its strong chances of passage if brought to a vote.
• Ukraine has accused Russia of ceasefire violations on energy infrastructure, while Russia has made similar accusations, complicating peace efforts.