Congress Targets Putin’s Oil Lifeline With Tough New Sanctions
The US House of Representatives moved to advance a sweeping Russia and Iran sanctions package on August 10, just days after the Senate approved it by an overwhelming 86-11 vote, opening the next phase of a congressional push to squeeze Moscow’s war economy and give President Donald Trump additional leverage to force Russia toward negotiations with Ukraine. The move came unusually quickly -- while…
On August 10, the US House of Representatives moved to advance a comprehensive Russia and Iran sanctions package, just days after the Senate approved it with an overwhelming 86-11 vote. The House legislation, which mirrors the Senate measure, aims to weaken Russia's war economy and pressure Russia toward negotiations with Ukraine.
The bipartisan group behind the bill includes both Republicans and Democrats, who are seeking to capitalize on the Senate's strong bipartisan support. However, the rushed House move has also set the stage for a potentially contentious debate over the bill's tariff provisions and the extent of presidential authority over countries that continue purchasing Russian energy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reportedly expressed readiness for a cease-fire and negotiations, while Russian President Vladimir Putin remains unyielding. The rapid House action comes despite the fact that the measure does not include several provisions from the Ukraine Support Act, such as $8 billion in military and reconstruction assistance.
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