Senators Push Sanctions on Russia for Peace Breach

A bipartisan group of 50 U.S. senators, led by Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal, has introduced a sanctions package aimed at Russia. The proposed sanctions would be triggered if Russia refuses to engage in sincere peace negotiations with Ukraine or violates any agreed peace terms. The sanctions include primary and secondary measures, such as a 500% tariff on goods from countries purchasing Russian oil, gas, and uranium. This initiative underscores the Senate's consensus that Russia is the aggressor in the ongoing conflict and must be deterred. President Donald Trump, frustrated with the slow progress in peace talks, has also threatened secondary sanctions to push for a resolution. The legislation represents a rare moment of bipartisanship within the divided U.S. Congress, with companion legislation expected in the House of Representatives.