Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill to Bolster U.S. Leverage Against Moscow
The U.S. Senate has passed a comprehensive Russia sanctions bill with an 86 to 11 vote, aiming to increase pressure on Moscow amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The legislation, championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, seeks to impose mandatory sanctions on Russia's leadership, energy sector, and entities supporting Russia's defense industry. The bill also introduces a new tariff tool to curb financial flows to Russia. With President Trump indicating his willingness to sign the bill, its fate now rests with the House of Representatives, which will consider it in September. 
