The US, led by Senator Lindsey Graham and supported by the Trump administration, is threatening to impose 100% or even 500% tariffs on countries that continue to import oil from Russia, specifically targeting India, China, and Brazil.
This move is intended to cut off financial support for Russia amid its ongoing war in Ukraine and to pressure these nations to reduce their economic ties with Moscow. US officials are urging European allies to join in these secondary sanctions, while NATO leadership has also warned of potential repercussions for Russia's trading partners. India and China have pushed back, citing their own energy security needs and accusing the West of double standards.
The effectiveness and global impact of such sweeping tariffs remain uncertain, as many experts question whether they would significantly alter the behavior of targeted countries or simply strain international relations.
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