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Trump suspends Graham Act sanctions on Russian energy

Overview

President Donald Trump has signed executive orders to suspend and waive key sanctions and tariffs established under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. The measures, which were set to take effect on October 18, included 500% tariffs on direct Russian imports and up to 100% secondary tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian energy, such as China and India.

Citing the ‘national interest,’ the administration justified the waiver through a deal to purchase Russian diesel to stabilize global energy prices. The arrangement involves Russia supplying specific monthly quantities of diesel through December, with an additional 3 million tonnes expected to follow. The U.S. Treasury Department has granted a specific exemption for these measures valid until April 7.

Prior to the suspension, the Graham Act faced significant legislative and diplomatic tension. The bill passed the Senate with an 86-11 vote, targeting nations facilitating the evasion of Russian oil sanctions, which placed India—the second-largest buyer of Russian crude—in the crosshairs. Ukrainian officials, including sanctions commissioner Vladyslav Vlasiuk, urged Congress to advance the measure to maintain pressure on Moscow.

During the period leading to the suspension, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed that the United States had sought to have European allies impose secondary sanctions on India and China, though European partners rejected the proposal. The administration characterized the current pause on tariffs as a 60-day window to assess the global economic impact of such measures amidst energy supply pressures. Despite the suspension of these specific Graham Act provisions, existing U.S. sanctions against Russia remain in place.

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Russia · India · United States · Donald Trump · Lindsey O. Graham

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Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    U.S. sought European sanctions on India and China over Russian oil

    U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed that Europe rejected U.S. requests to impose secondary sanctions on India and China over Russian oil purchases.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    US Senators urge administration to target Russia’s war financing

    U.S. Senators are calling on the Trump administration to use the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Act to target Russia’s shadow oil fleet and military technology pipelines to curb its war against Ukraine.

  3. [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    India raises concerns over US Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act

    India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri raised concerns with a US Congressional delegation regarding the potential impact of the SRIA legislation on bilateral ties and global energy markets.

  4. [INTERNATIONAL] 5 sources
    India faces potential U.S. tariffs over Russian oil imports

    India faces potential U.S. tariffs of up to 100% under a new law targeting major buyers of Russian energy, though analysts say replacing Russian crude quickly remains difficult for India.

  5. [INTERNATIONAL] 13 sources
    US-India energy ties face scrutiny amid new Russian sanctions law

    The US and India are managing tensions over the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Act, which allows tariffs on Russian energy buyers, while the US seeks to expand its role as a major energy provider to India.

  6. [INTERNATIONAL] 33 sources
    US sanctions on Russian energy buyers spark tensions with India and Europe

    The Lindsey Graham Sanctions Act, signed by President Trump, authorizes up to 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian energy, sparking diplomatic warnings from India and supply concerns in Europe.

  7. [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Kremlin claims adaptation to 30,000 sanctions amid new US energy tariffs

    The Kremlin says Russia has adapted to over 30,000 sanctions following the signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Act, which allows the US to impose 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian and Iranian energy.

  8. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    US sanctions law threatens Indian textile exports

    New US sanctions targeting Russia and its energy buyers threaten to increase tariffs on Indian imports, potentially impacting India’s textile and apparel export sectors.

  9. [POLITICS] 101 sources
    US President Trump signs Russia and Iran sanctions act

    President Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, expanding sanctions on Russia and extending Iran restrictions, with potential 100% tariffs for major Russian energy buyers.

  10. [INTERNATIONAL] 264 sources
    Donald Trump signs Russia and Iran sanctions law

    President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Russia and Iran Sanctions Act of 2026, authorizing up to 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian energy and extending sanctions against Iran.

  11. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    India prioritizes energy security amid U.S. tariff threats over Russian oil

    India has prioritized its energy security and defended its purchase of Russian oil following U.S. legislation that allows for significant tariffs on nations continuing such trade.

  12. [INTERNATIONAL] 211 sources
    US House passes sweeping sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran

    The US House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, authorizing tariffs up to 100% on major Russian energy buyers like China and India to curb Moscow's war funding.

  13. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    India-US trade deal nears finalization amid potential tariff challenges

    India and the US are nearing a trade deal, but proposed US sanctions on Russian oil importers and tariffs on generic medicines could create significant friction and economic impact.

  14. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India faces U.S. tariff risks over Russian oil imports

    India faces potential U.S. tariffs of up to 100% under new legislation targeting Russian energy importers, complicating bilateral trade negotiations and threatening export competitiveness.

  15. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Ukraine urges U.S. Congress to pass Russia and Iran sanctions

    Ukraine is pressing the U.S. Congress to pass a sweeping sanctions bill against Russia and Iran before the November elections and a shortened legislative session.

  16. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India-US trade relations face tension amid proposed US tariffs

    India and the US face trade tensions over proposed US tariffs on Russian oil importers and generic medicines, despite efforts to negotiate a Bilateral Trade Agreement and create dedicated industrial parks forUS

  17. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    India and US maintain trade commitment amid potential 100% tariff legislation

    India and the U.S. continue trade negotiations despite potential 100% tariffs linked to U.S. sanctions on Russian energy importers.

  18. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    India's Russian oil imports hit record high amid US tariff threats

    India's Russian oil imports hit a record 50.83% in July, but proposed 100% US tariffs on Russian oil buyers threaten to increase India's import bill by up to $10 billion and drive up inflation.

  19. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    India seeks energy sovereignty amid US tariff threats over Russian oil

    India seeks to strengthen energy sovereignty through biofuels while resisting potential US tariffs linked to Russian oil purchases, according to industry officials and the Swadeshi Jagaran Manch.

  20. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    India's Russian crude oil imports reach record 48% share

    India's Russian crude oil imports hit a record 48% share of its total imports in July, amid potential US threats to impose 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian energy.

  21. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    US Senate approves intensified sanctions on Russia and extension of Iran sanctions

    The U.S. Senate has passed a measure to tighten Russian energy sanctions and extend Iranian sanctions to 2031, amid reported diplomatic discussions between the U.S. and Iran over Strait of Hormuz security.

  22. [POLITICS] 14 sources
    US Senate passes sweeping sanctions bill targeting Russian energy exports

    The US Senate passed a bipartisan bill authorizing tariffs of up to 100% on major importers of Russian energy, including China and India, to curb Moscow's war funding.

  23. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Russian oil freight costs to India surge amid Black Sea attacks

    Russian oil freight rates to India jumped ~50% after Black Sea attacks, while Russia aims to raise August exports from its western ports by 4%.

  24. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    India Reaffirms Energy Security Priorities Amid US Sanctions Bill on Russian Oil

    India’s MEA says energy security for its 1.4 billion people is paramount as it monitors a U.S. Senate bill targeting top Russian oil importers, pledging continued diversification and diplomatic engagement.

  25. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Russian oil sales surge to India and China amid US warnings

    U.S. warnings accompany a surge in Russian crude purchases by India and China, with discounts narrowing and imports reaching near‑record levels amid Middle‑East supply constraints.

  26. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    US Senate Moves Toward Tougher Russia Sanctions While Moscow Extends Fuel Export Ban

    The US Senate voted 86‑12 to broaden Russia sanctions to third‑party buyers of Russian oil and gas, while Russia extended its diesel and gasoline export ban until Jan 2027 to protect domestic fuel supplies.

  27. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    US Senate Bill Targets India, China with 100% Tariff on Russian Oil Imports

    US Senate proposes a bipartisan bill imposing 100% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, chiefly India and China, to cut Russia's energy revenue; India says it is closely monitoring the proposal.

  28. [BUSINESS] 12 sources
    India confronts 100% U.S. tariffs on Russian oil as Russia's energy sales surge

    The U.S. Senate proposes 100 % tariffs on the top five buyers of Russian oil, including India, while India’s imports of Russian crude hit record levels and several EU nations increase Russian gas imports.

  29. [POLITICS] 4 sources
    China Rejects U.S. Bill Targeting Russian Energy Purchasers

    China condemned a U.S. Senate bill to levy up to 100% tariffs on top Russian oil and gas buyers, calling it illegal and threatening retaliatory measures.

  30. [POLITICS] 9 sources
    US revises Russia sanctions bill, caps tariffs at 100% for India, China

    US Senate revises Russia sanctions bill, cutting proposed tariffs on top oil‑importers from 500% to 100%, targeting India, China, Slovakia, Hungary and Azerbaijan, with exemptions and presidential waiver power.

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