'India, China... main culprits': US Senator backs bill proposing up to 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian oil
The U.S. Senate advanced a bill allowing tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil, with Senator Richard Blumenthal identifying India and China as primary culprits. The legislation aims to penalize nations that significantly import Russian oil, which is seen as funding Russia's military actions. The bill also includes sanctions against Russian officials and expands measures against Iran's energy sector.