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Russia’s global fuel customers push back against US sanctions bill
politico.eu • • nation
Key Points:
- The U.S. Congress approved a Russia sanctions bill targeting Moscow's leadership, energy sector, defense industry, and seaborne fuel delivery, pending President Trump's signature.
- The bill allows sanctions on the top five global buyers of Russian fuel, including China, India, Turkey, and the EU, raising concerns among U.S. allies.
- Russia condemned the bill as unfriendly and warned it would hinder peace efforts in Ukraine, while India and China vowed to protect their trade interests and resist external coercion.
- Critics in the EU fear the bill grants Trump excessive discretion to grant waivers or punish allies based on their Russian fuel purchases, complicating international relations.
- President Trump has not confirmed whether he will sign the bill, though reports indicate his intention to do so; the European Commission has yet to comment publicly.
