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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

100% tariffs on India? US House passes bill authorising new duties on Russia oil buyers

India could face a new round of US tariffs due to its Russia oil purchases after the House of Representatives passed legislation authorising President Donald Trump to impose duties of up to 100% on countries buying Russian crude oil and natural gas. The bill, which also targets Russia and Iran, now goes to Trump for his signature.

The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, passed by the Senate last month, cleared the House in a 262-159 vote on Wednesday evening. The legislation would give Trump additional powers to impose tariffs on countries that continue to buy Russian energy or facilitate sanctions evasion.

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