
The US Senate is fast-tracking a sanctions bill that could impose up to 100% tariffs on Indian goods as a penalty for continued Russian oil imports.
US Senator Chris Van Hollen stated the legislation targets India and China as the 'main culprits' undermining global sanctions, despite India's defense of its energy security needs.
Donald Trump reacted to the bill by suggesting such measures might not be necessary, though the legislative push continues to create significant diplomatic friction between Washington and New Delhi.