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India hit with 500% tariffs: Trump greenlights Russia Sanctions 2025

Trump’s support for the bill could enable steep tariffs on countries buying Russian exports.

India hit with 500% tariffs: Trump greenlights Russia Sanctions 2025
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This article1 analysis · Oct 11, 2026
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President Donald Trump signaled support for Senator Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill, which could authorize tariffs of up to 500% on goods from countries buying Russian oil and other exports. The proposal could sharply affect Indian exporters if it becomes law.

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Donald Trump
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President who signaled support for the sanctions bill

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Lindsey Graham
Former U.S. Senator (R-SC)

Senator and sponsor of the Russia sanctions bill

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Richard Blumenthal
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Senator and coauthor of the bill

ALSO MENTIONED  Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, mentioned in connection with existing tariffs; Vladimir Putin, President of Russia and the leader whose war the bill aims to pressure

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Trump Backs Graham’s Russia Sanctions Bill

Outlets agree that Trump supports Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill, which would target countries that buy Russian energy. Center outlets focus on the bill’s potential reach, including possible tariffs and effects on India. Right-leaning outlets report Trump’s backing and the bill’s status, while one account presents the proposal as strategic pressure on Russia.

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