A bipartisan group of US senators said they have reached a deal on long-awaited legislation covering both Russia and Iran sanctions. The proposal would give President Donald Trump new authority to impose additional restrictions tied to major buyers of Russian energy, while also renewing pressure related to Iran.
A central part of the bill focuses on Russia’s energy exports. Under the measure described by senators, the president could place tariffs on leading buyers of Russian crude oil and natural gas. That approach would widen the sanctions pressure by aiming at purchasers that help keep Russian energy sales flowing.
The legislation also addresses Iran by extending penalties that were at risk of expiring. In practical terms, that would prevent a lapse in sanctions authority and maintain the US government’s ability to keep restrictions in place.
The agreement signals bipartisan support for a tougher sanctions framework aimed at two major US foreign policy targets. While the final impact would depend on how the bill is enacted and used, the Senate deal is a significant step toward broader powers over Russian energy buyers and continued penalties on Iran.
