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Graham Unveils Carveouts in Russia Sanctions to Shield Ukraine’s Partners

The amendment would exempt nations providing military or economic support to Kyiv from steep tariffs on Russian energy imports.

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Overview

  • Graham will amend his sanctions bill to exempt nations that provide military or economic support to Ukraine from a proposed 500% tariff on Russian exports.
  • The legislation has more than 80 Senate co-sponsors, potentially securing a veto-proof threshold.
  • He has briefed President Trump on the amendments, but the president has yet to endorse the changes publicly.
  • Carveouts aim to protect European states still importing Russian gas and could incentivize India and China to increase their support for Kyiv.
  • Senate Majority Leader John Thune indicated the chamber could vote on the sanctions package this month.