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Indian refineries unloaded more than 2. 3 million barrels of Russian oil per day in June, despite US sanctions. The growth in supplies was facilitated by a reduction in exports from the Persian Gulf and a drop in Urals oil prices.
The US Senate has introduced an updated version of a bill on sanctions against Russia, which provides for tariffs of up to 100% instead of 500%. The document is supported by about 60 senators and allows President Trump to temporarily suspend sanctions.
U. S. President Donald Trump urged Darlene Graham Nordone to run for the Senate as a Republican. Nordone temporarily replaced her deceased brother after being appointed by the governor.
A bipartisan sanctions bill against Russia, initiated by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, has over 60 co-sponsors. The document requires approval from the House of Representatives, with the main obstacle being the time for debate in the Senate.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha stated that a bipartisan bill on sanctions against russia is awaiting consideration in the U. S. Senate. The adoption of the document will increase pressure on the Russian economy and contribute to peace in Ukraine.
Darlene Graham Nordon, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, will serve until January. She will become the first female senator from the state.
American Senator Lindsey Graham was actively working on normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel and on new sanctions against Russia before his death.
Key Republicans in the Capitol express concern over Trump's deal with Iran, believing that Iran has become stronger. Without substantial changes, the deal may not pass a vote in Congress.
White voters without a college degree have become mass-disillusioned with Trump's economy. Approval ratings among this key electorate have fallen to 33-47 percent.
The US Senate Committee has agreed on $750 million in aid for Ukraine. The bill also provides for the provision of intelligence data for the recovery of territories.
The US Congress has supported limiting Trump's right to wage war against Iran without the consent of lawmakers. The document must now undergo final approval and a veto.
Trump demands the firing of Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough for blocking election rules. Republican leader John Thune spoke out in defense of the official.
The US House of Representatives has approved a resolution to withdraw troops from Iran. The document was supported by 215 congressmen; it must now be considered by the Senate.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a decision regarding 400 million dollars in aid. The funds were approved by Congress but delayed by the U.S. Department of Defense.
The Trump administration will abandon the $1. 8 billion fund for victims of political persecution. The project is being closed due to criticism and lawsuits.
Zelenskyy sent over 600 letters to Trump and the US Congress regarding the reality of the war. Ukraine is requesting an urgent strengthening of air defense and the provision of anti-ballistic capabilities.
The South Carolina Senate rejected Trump's plan to redraw district boundaries. Logistic issues and political risks prevented the change to the electoral map.
US Senators demand that the Pentagon chief release 600 million dollars in aid. The funds are intended to support Ukraine and the Baltic states.
The US has suspended $14 billion in arms sales to Taiwan due to an ammunition shortage. Further deliveries will depend on the decision of the head of the Pentagon.
The US Senate has banned the use of budget funds to finance security for Trump's ballroom. Democrats successfully challenged the allocation of one billion dollars.
Votes gathered in the U. S. Congress to bring Ukraine aid to the floor: what this means and whether there are chances for approval.
The U. S. 2027 budget lacks funding for the USAI program for Ukraine. The Pentagon is calling on Europe to more actively finance military support for Kyiv.
U. S. Secretary of Defense explains to the Senate the $25 billion expenditure on the war in Iran. Democrats criticize the Pentagon's strategy and the dismissal of generals.
The US Senate rejected a Democratic demand to coordinate the blockade of Cuba with Congress. Republicans maintained Trump's right to independently increase pressure on the island.
Congressman Eli Crane initiates a reduction of H-1B visa quotas to 25,000 and a three-year moratorium. New rules envision the abolition of the visa lottery.
Senators did not support the bill requiring congressional approval for strikes against Iran. Democrats plan to bring the initiative to a vote every week.
House Republicans rejected a resolution to limit the US president's powers. This is the second failed attempt by congressmen in a week.
Senators did not support the withdrawal of troops without congressional approval. The Republican majority left military powers to the Trump administration.
The Trump administration plans talks in Islamabad and sanctions against buyers of Iranian oil. The US Senate has retained the president's war powers.
Democrats and Republicans called Trump's aggressive rhetoric dangerous and unacceptable. Politicians are concerned about his mental state and escalation.