US Sanctions Bill: A New Tool for Trump's Diplomatic Strategy?

The Kremlin is attentive to U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's advocacy for a new sanctions bill, aiming for high tariffs on nations buying Russian oil. Graham views this as a strategic move to pressure Russia into Ukraine peace talks. Kremlin criticizes the bill as unhelpful for crisis resolution.

The Kremlin has acknowledged U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's push for a stringent new sanctions bill against Russia, emphasizing its potential impact on Ukraine peace negotiations.

During an ABC News interview, Graham revealed President Trump's endorsement of the bill, which proposes 500% tariffs on countries like China and India that purchase Russian oil, as a strategic breakthrough to engage Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Despite Trump's support, Graham highlighted the president's option to waive the bill's enactment should it pass Congress. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov critiqued Graham's position and questioned whether such sanctions truly contribute to conflict resolution.

(With inputs from agencies.)