diplomacySaturday, September 19, 202640 sources

Trump Signs Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill Named After Lindsey Graham

On September 18, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act into law, authorizing sanctions targeting Russia's energy sector and granting him power to impose up to 100% tariffs on countries importing Russian oil and gas. The bill passed Congress with bipartisan support, aiming to weaken Russia's war funding and pressure it into negotiations over its war in Ukraine.

The bill, named after late Senator Lindsey Graham, authorizes sanctions against Russian officials, oligarchs, and the 'shadow fleet' of Russian oil tankers. It also allows Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries like India and China that continue to purchase Russian energy. The legislation was passed by the House with a 262-159 vote and the Senate with an 86-11 vote, reflecting broad support across party lines. The law seeks to cut off financial resources for Russia's war effort in Ukraine by targeting its energy exports. It includes provisions to restrict access to Russian oil and gas for major buyers, with potential economic consequences for countries such as India and China. The White House stated the bill was a key legislative achievement under Trump's administration, while critics warned of its potential to destabilize global energy markets. Sources note that the bill was a major legislative effort to address Russia's war in Ukraine, with bipartisan backing in Congress. The law's provisions have drawn concern from Russia and China, which have criticized the sanctions as economically damaging and politically motivated.

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IndependentTimes of MaltaSep 19, 07:42 PM
Trump signs bill authorising sweeping Russia sanctions - Times of Malta

Trump signs bill authorising sweeping Russia sanctions  Times of Malta

IndependentNational PostSep 19, 06:43 PM
Trump signs bill authorizing sweeping Russia sanctions

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a bill authorizing new sanctions designed to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine, after Congress gave its approval following months of delay. Read More

IndependentAl-AhramSep 19, 06:34 PM
Trump signs bill authorizing sweeping Russia sanctions - War in Ukraine - World - Ahram Online

Trump signs bill authorizing sweeping Russia sanctions - War in Ukraine - World - Ahram Online

IndependentWIONSep 19, 03:03 PM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law - WION

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law  WION

IndependentWIONSep 19, 01:35 PM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law - wionews.com

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law  wionews.com

WireAFPSep 19, 12:38 PM
Trump signs bill authorizing sweeping Russia sanctions - afp.com

Trump signs bill authorizing sweeping Russia sanctions  afp.com

IndependentVijestiSep 19, 11:44 AM
Trump signed a law on sanctions against Russia

The law represents the first major action taken by Congress against Moscow since Trump's return to the White House

IndependentEuractivSep 19, 11:35 AM
Trump signs bill authorising sweeping Russia sanctions - euractiv.com

Trump signs bill authorising sweeping Russia sanctions - euractiv.com

IndependentVanguard (Nigeria)Sep 19, 11:31 AM
Trump signs bill authorising sweeping Russia sanctions

US President Donald Trump signed a bill on Friday authorizing new sanctions designed to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine, after Congress gave its approval after months of delay. The post Trump signs bill authorising sweeping Russia sanctions appeared first on Vanguard News.

WireBeta News AgencySep 19, 10:10 AM
Trump Signs Law on Sanctions Against Russia

American President Donald Trump (Trump) signed the law on introducing new sanctions against Russia due to the war in Ukraine, which primarily target the Russian energy sector, reported...

IndependentBakinski RabochiSep 19, 09:18 AM
Trump signed the "devil's sanctions" law against Russia

US President Donald Trump signed a law on new sanctions against Russia (or "devil's sanctions," as they are called in the American press), according to the White House website. The initiative is fully named as: "The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctions Act against Russia and Iran 2026," which...

IndependentJutarnji listSep 19, 08:18 AM
Trump signs law on sanctions against Russia

U.S. President Donald Trump signed a law on a package of new, comprehensive sanctions against Russia, which Congress had previously approved, the White House announced on Friday. The sanctions package received bipartisan support in Congress, and its aim is to intensify pressure on Russia over its war against Ukr...

StateUkrinformSep 19, 07:58 AM
Trump signs 'Graham sanctioning Russia act' - Ukrinform

Trump signs 'Graham sanctioning Russia act'  Ukrinform

StateUkrinformSep 19, 07:58 AM
Trump signs 'Graham sanctioning Russia act' - ukrinform.net

Trump signs 'Graham sanctioning Russia act'  ukrinform.net

StateXinhuaSep 19, 06:58 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law - Xinhua

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law  Xinhua

IndependentWIONSep 19, 06:26 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions law: India faces fresh 100% tariff threat over Russian oil - wionews.com

Trump signs Russia sanctions law: India faces fresh 100% tariff threat over Russian oil  wionews.com

IndependentWIONSep 19, 06:26 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions law: India faces fresh 100% tariff threat over Russian oil - WION

Trump signs Russia sanctions law: India faces fresh 100% tariff threat over Russian oil  WION

IndependentAl JazeeraSep 19, 04:46 AM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions over Ukraine war

New US law imposes harsh measures on Russia, aims to weaken the Kremlin's war funding and push for Ukraine negotiations.

IndependentBerita HarianSep 19, 04:43 AM
Trump signs bill allowing new sanctions against Russia

WASHINGTON: The President of the United States yesterday signed a bill allowing the implementation of new sanctions to exert pressure on Russia following the war in Ukraine, after it received congressional approval this week.

IndependentMedia IndonesiaSep 19, 04:34 AM
Donald Trump Signs New Sanctions Law: Targeting Russian Oil Buyers and Iran's Energy Sector

US President Donald Trump signed an economic sanctions law targeting major Russian oil buyers and Iran's energy sector.

IndependentThe Dong-a IlboSep 19, 02:27 AM
Trump Signs 'Graham Law' to Expand Sanctions Against Russia

US President Donald Trump signed on 18th (local time) a broad sanctions package targeting Russian officials and the core foundation of the Russian economy, thereby finalizing the law. This move is intended to punish and pressure Russia for its continuing war in Ukraine. The bill was one of the last legacies of the late Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. Graham was a close ally and friend of Trump, and had just returned from a surprise visit to Ukraine days before his unexpected death in July. The bill, which had been pushed for over a year, passed the Senate with an overwhelming cross-party margin of 86-11 and the House with 262-159. The bill aims to deplete the resources Russia needs to continue the war in Ukraine since it invaded a neighboring country over four years ago. The bill imposes sanctions on Russian officials and banks, as well as the so-called shadow fleet of oil tankers that continue to transport Russian energy. The bill also targets Trump for importing the largest amounts of Russian crude oil or natural gas.

WireMehr News AgencySep 19, 02:26 AM
White House: Trump Signed the Law on Russian and Iranian Sanctions

The White House announced that the proposal for Russian and Iranian sanctions has been converted into law.

WireReutersSep 19, 02:20 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law - reuters.com

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law  reuters.com

IndependentMeduzaSep 19, 02:17 AM
Trump signed the 'devil's sanctions' law against Russia

US President Donald Trump signed a law on new sanctions against Russia (or 'devil's sanctions,' as they are called in American media), reported on the White House website.

IndependentTimes of IndiaSep 19, 02:15 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law, gains power to impose 100% tariff on India

President Trump has officially enacted a new sanctions law aimed at Russia and Iran, empowering the U.S. to impose penalties on nations purchasing Russian energy supplies. Countries like India and China, significant buyers of Russian crude and gas, have raised concerns about the potential impact on India-US relations and energy security. Both Russia and China have also expressed their discontent towards these sanctions.

IndependentThe StarSep 19, 02:14 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law - The Star

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law  The Star

IndependentStraits TimesSep 19, 02:13 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law - The Straits Times

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law  The Straits Times

WireAssociated PressSep 19, 02:13 AM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill, aiming to choke off funds for Moscow in Ukraine war - apnews.com

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill, aiming to choke off funds for Moscow in Ukraine war  apnews.com

IndependentThe GuardianSep 19, 02:10 AM
Trump signs bill imposing sanctions on Russia and giving him more power to levy tariffs

Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act signed into law tow days after House passed it in bipartisan vote Donald Trump on Friday signed legislation enabling sweeping sanctions on Russia aimed at pressing it into ending its war with Ukraine, and also giving him the power to impose additional tariffs on countries breaking the embargo. The US president signed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act into law two days after it passed the House of Representatives in a bipartisan 262-159 vote, amid concerns the legislation gives him too much power. Continue reading...

IndependentKyiv PostSep 19, 02:10 AM
Trump Signs Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill Into Law

Trump signed new sanctions targeting Russia’s energy, defense and financial sectors, while giving the White House broad tariff powers over major buyers of Russian oil and gas.

IndependentThe HinduSep 19, 02:10 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law

The bill authorises the U.S. President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, covering India

IndependentNikkei AsiaSep 19, 02:07 AM
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill that opens China, India to tariffs - asia.nikkei.com

Trump signs Russia sanctions bill that opens China, India to tariffs  asia.nikkei.com

PublicBBC WorldSep 19, 02:05 AM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill

The bill is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of aid for Ukraine.

PublicBritish Broadcasting CorporationSep 19, 02:05 AM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill

The bill is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of aid for Ukraine.

IndependentKyiv IndependentSep 19, 02:04 AM
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law

Among its provisions, the law requires the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on goods from countries that continue buying Russian crude oil or natural gas and were among the five largest importers of Russian energy by volume over the previous 12 months.

IndependentUkrainska PravdaSep 19, 02:00 AM
Trump Signs Graham's Sanctions Law Against Russia

President Donald Trump approved a bill that expands sanctions against Russia and continues restrictions against Iran. The law took effect.

StateRIA NovostiSep 19, 01:51 AM
Trump signed a law on sanctions against Russia
WireUkrainian Independent Information AgencySep 19, 01:50 AM
Trump signed a bill on 'hellish' sanctions against Russia

The bill provides for sanctions against the senior leadership of Russia, Russian oligarchs, and ships of so-called 'shadow fleet' of the Russian Federation.

IndependentRBC RussiaSep 19, 01:49 AM
Trump signed a bill on 'hellish sanctions' against Russia

Trump signed a bill named after Senator Lindsey Graham on sanctions and tariffs against Russia and the largest buyers of its energy resources. In the Kremlin, they warned that the introduction of sanctions would complicate the resolution on Ukraine

WireReutersSep 19, 01:31 AM
Russia sanctions bill gives Trump sweeping new tariff powers - Reuters

Russia sanctions bill gives Trump sweeping new tariff powers  Reuters