# Pass the New Russia Sanctions Bill to End the War Faster and Honor Lindsey Graham

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/pass-the-new-russia-sanctions-bill-to-end-the-war-faster-and-honor-lindsey-graham/
- Published: 2026-07-22T10:30:46+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-29T00:53:48+00:00
- Original publisher: National Review (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/07/pass-the-new-russia-sanctions-bill-to-end-the-war-faster-and-honor-lindsey-graham/
- Topics: Europe, Geopolitics, Politics, World

## Key points

- The article urges Congress to pass tougher Russia energy sanctions.
- Supporters say the bill could pressure Moscow towards peace.
- Critics warn of economic and diplomatic repercussions.

## Summary

The article argues that Congress should pass a proposed US sanctions bill targeting countries that purchase Russian oil and gas, presenting it as both a way to increase pressure on Moscow to end the war in Ukraine and a tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham. It contends that the measure would strengthen President Trump’s negotiating leverage without providing military aid or committing US forces.

The bill, S. 5025, was introduced by Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Graham’s sister, Darline Graham, and reportedly has more than 60 Senate co-sponsors. Its supporters say Russian refining capacity has been severely damaged by Ukrainian strikes, while India bought a record 2.7 million barrels of Russian crude per day in June; critics, including Senator Rand Paul, warn that tariffs and sanctions could have wider economic consequences.

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