The US, led by figures like Senator Lindsey Graham and former President Donald Trump, is ramping up pressure on countries such as India, China, and Brazil to halt their imports of Russian oil.
Threats include imposing secondary tariffs of up to 100% on nations continuing to trade with Russia, aiming to cut off Moscow's financial lifeline amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. US officials have also called on European allies to join in these measures, while NATO leadership has warned that countries maintaining ties with Russia could face severe economic consequences. India and China have pushed back, citing double standards and asserting their right to pursue their own energy interests.
The escalating rhetoric signals a potential shift in US foreign policy that could disrupt global oil markets and strain diplomatic relations.
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