The US, led by Senator Lindsey Graham and supported by the Trump administration, is threatening to impose massive tariffs—up to 100% or even 500%—on countries like India, China, and Brazil for continuing to buy Russian oil.
The move is intended to cut off financial support to Russia amid its ongoing war in Ukraine, with US officials urging allies in Europe to join in secondary sanctions. India and China have pushed back, citing their own energy security needs and accusing the West of double standards, while China has rejected the threats outright. NATO leaders have echoed US warnings, but many analysts question the effectiveness and practicality of such tariffs.
The escalating rhetoric signals a new phase of economic pressure as the US seeks to isolate Russia internationally.
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