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Lawmakers in bipartisan statement push back on Trump over Russian oil

A bipartisan group of seven lawmakers on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee condemned President Trump’s recent deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which would lift sanctions on Russia and permit the flow of its oil into the global economy. “Congress explicitly banned Russian energy imports in 2022 to prevent American dollars from financing…

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Hungary Asks U.S. to Waive Tariffs Over Russian Oil PurchasesHungary's new government is asking U.S. lawmakers to spare it from tariffs tied to a new law targeting major buyers of Russian oil.

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India Pushes Back on U.S. Tariff Threat Over Russian OilIndia says it will protect its energy security and trade interests after Congress passed legislation authorizing tariffs of up to 100% on major purchasers of Russian oil and gas.

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