Trump Signs Law Imposing New Sanctions on Russia

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On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a bill imposing new sanctions aimed at pressuring Russia over its war in Ukraine, shortly after its approval in Congress.

The text, which is considered the first major move by Congress against Moscow since Trump's return to power, is named after the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who passed away in July and was a fierce advocate for Ukraine.

The law also enjoys strong support from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

This new legislative package targets the Russian 'phantom fleet' for the first time, as well as President Vladimir Putin and other senior Russian officials.

Trump is also granted the authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, which may include China and India.

The House of Representatives approved the bill on Thursday, after it passed through the Senate in August.

Donald Trump issued the legislative text shortly after resuming dialogue with Kyiv and Moscow, where his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner recently visited the two capitals.