A bipartisan group of U.S. senators said Tuesday they had reached a deal on long-awaited legislation tied to new sanctions on Russia and Iran. The announcement points to fresh movement in Congress on a measure that has drawn attention for its potential impact on energy markets and foreign policy.
According to the outline released with the deal, the bill would allow President Donald Trump to impose additional restrictions on major buyers of Russian energy. It would also address Iran, pairing both countries in a single sanctions package backed by lawmakers from both parties.
The focus on large purchasers of Russian energy makes the proposal especially significant because it links sanctions policy directly to the global energy trade. While the full article was not available, the measure appears aimed at increasing pressure on Russia through tougher limits connected to energy transactions, while also expanding pressure on Iran.
The senators' agreement suggests that a bill that had been delayed is now moving closer to formal consideration. With bipartisan support behind the framework, the legislation could become an important part of the broader U.S. debate over sanctions, energy security and relations with Russia and Iran.
