US Congress Passes Russia Sanctions Bill With Tariff Powers

In September 2026, the US House of Representatives passed a sweeping sanctions bill targeting Russia, sending it to President Trump. The bill grants new tariff powers, including a threat of 100% tariffs on countries that buy Russian oil. India, which relies on Russian oil, said it would take "all necessary measures" to protect its economic interests and remains committed to energy security for its 1.4 billion people. A US senator warned India to buy oil elsewhere. India also cautioned that the bill could hurt bilateral ties.