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Trump Signs 2026 Sanctions Act Targeting Russian, Iranian Energy

By Drooid · Sep 21, 2026, 2:24 AM UTC · How we work

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President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 into law.
The law permits up to 100% tariffs on the top five importers of Russian oil or gas, with exemptions.
Senate passed the bill 86-11 and the House 262-159, showing bipartisan support.
The act extends the Iran Sanctions Act for an additional five years.

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President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 into law.
The law permits up to 100% tariffs on the top five importers of Russian oil or gas, with exemptions.
Senate passed the bill 86-11 and the House 262-159, showing bipartisan support.
The act extends the Iran Sanctions Act for an additional five years.