The US, under the leadership of President Trump and with strong backing from Senator Lindsey Graham, is threatening to impose 100% or higher tariffs on countries that continue to import Russian oil, specifically targeting India, China, and Brazil. This move is intended to cut off financial support to Russia amid its ongoing war in Ukraine and to pressure Moscow into peace negotiations. The US is urging European allies to join in these 'secondary sanctions' to maximize their impact. India and China have pushed back, citing their own energy security needs and accusing the West of double standards. The proposed tariffs and sanctions have sparked concerns about global oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and the effectiveness of such measures.
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