In a powerful move to pressure Russia, a large group of U.S. Senators has come together to support a new bill that could severely damage the Russian economy. The proposed law introduces extremely harsh penalties — including a shocking 500% tariff — on goods from countries that continue to buy oil, gas, and other energy products from Russia.
This means that if another country buys fuel from Russia and tries to sell products to the U.S., they could face a tax five times higher than normal. These rules are meant to force countries to stop doing business with Russia’s energy companies.
The bill has strong support in the Senate, with 72 senators agreeing to back it. Lawmakers say their goal is to push Russia to stop the war in Ukraine by putting unbearable pressure on its economy. The sanctions are described as “bone-crushing,” a term used to show just how serious and damaging they could be.
These sanctions are not just about goods. The bill would also ban Americans from buying Russian government bonds, which is one of the ways a country can raise money. This could make it even harder for Russia to keep funding its war.
A Warning to Putin
The senators behind the bill made it clear that this plan is a direct message to Russia’s leader. They say it’s time for Russia to come to the table and negotiate a peaceful end to the war. If not, the U.S. is ready to use its financial power to squeeze Russia harder than ever before.
One senator said the bill was like “a gun to Putin’s head”, meaning it gives him a strong reason to change his actions or face serious consequences. According to the lawmakers, the bill is not just a warning to Russia, but also to any other country that continues to support Russia by buying its oil or gas.
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The plan is designed to hit Russia where it hurts most — its energy exports. Oil and gas are major sources of income for the country. If other countries stop buying Russian energy, or face massive taxes when selling goods to the U.S., it could cause serious damage to Russia’s money flow.
This proposal is also meant to give the U.S. president more tools to deal with Russia. Lawmakers believe the president can use this bill to get better results during peace talks. The idea is simple: the harder things get for Russia, the more likely it is to negotiate.
Support Growing in Congress
The bill is not only gaining support in the Senate. It’s also expected to do well in the House of Representatives, where many lawmakers have already shown interest. One of the senators said there is enough support to bring the bill forward in both parts of Congress.
The timing of the bill is important. On the same day it was discussed, the U.S. and Ukraine signed a deal giving America access to Ukraine’s natural resources. This move was seen as a way to strengthen the partnership between the two countries and give Ukraine more confidence.
Some Ukrainian officials had been worried that the U.S. might stop helping them, but the new deal and this tough bill are signs that support is still strong.
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The bill clearly shows that the U.S. government sees Russia as the main cause of the conflict. Lawmakers believe the war can end only if Russia is forced to make serious decisions — either sit down for peace talks or face an economy in ruins.
This is one of the strongest actions taken by the U.S. Congress in recent years. While the bill still needs to go through several steps before becoming law, the support behind it sends a powerful message: the U.S. is ready to take extreme steps to stop the war and punish those who fuel it.
With the Senate already backing the plan, all eyes are now on how quickly it can move forward. The pressure on Russia is building, and the American lawmakers are making it clear — the clock is ticking.
