U.S. President Donald Trump has advocated for the passage of a bipartisan bill that aims to strengthen sanctions against the Russian Federation and limit its profits from oil exports. According to the document, the White House will gain new tools to influence countries that purchase Russian oil at reduced prices, thereby contributing to the financing of Russia’s war against Ukraine.
This is reported by Business • Media
New Sanctions: Who Are They Targeting
The bill provides for the possibility of imposing sanctions not only against Russia itself but also against countries that import Russian energy resources. Among the potential targets of sanctions are China, India, and Brazil. It is expected that Congress may consider this bill in the coming days.
The U.S. Intensifies the Fight Against Sanctioned Tankers
Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Justice is preparing to bring criminal charges against the crew members of the oil tanker Marinera, which was detained by U.S. military forces in the Atlantic Ocean for violating sanctions. The vessel sails under the Russian flag, but as stated by U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, Marinera merely simulated affiliation with Russia to evade responsibility.
In addition to Marinera, U.S. law enforcement has already arrested another tanker from the so-called “shadow fleet” – Sophia. The Department of Justice is currently tracking the movements of several other suspicious vessels that may also be subject to sanctions.
The White House stated that Trump is not afraid to continue detaining sanctioned tankers, despite concerns that this could escalate tensions in relations with Russia and China.