U.S. Senate Passes Sanctions Bill Against Russia and Iran

The US Senate approved a bill to tighten American sanctions against Russia and Iran; the document is being sent to the House of Representatives.

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The U.S. Senate approved a bill to strengthen sanctions against Russia and Iran.
The bill has been sent to the House of Representatives for consideration.
The vote took place before the Senate's summer recess.
The bill includes provisions for tariffs on imports from Russia and sanctions on major Russian banks.
The Senate rejected a proposed amendment that would have limited the president's authority to impose tariffs on countries importing Russian oil or gas.

The bill proposes a 100% tariff on imports from five of Russia's largest energy buyers, a 500% tariff on all imports from Russia to the U.S., and sanctions against several major Russian banks. — vesti
The bill was developed with the involvement of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, who is listed as a terrorist and extremist in Russia. — vesti
The bill has caused disagreements within the U.S. Congress and has caused concern in Europe. — vesti
86 senators voted in favor, 11 against. — m24
Republican Senate leader John Thune mentioned disagreements during the drafting process, including opposition to the accelerated procedure and concerns over tariff changes. — m24
Democrats expressed concerns about the excessive expansion of President Donald Trump's authority to impose customs tariffs. — m24