US President Donald Trump signed into law a bill imposing sweeping sanctions on Russia.

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What it means

On September 18, 2026, US President Donald Trump signed into law the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, a sweeping sanctions package targeting Russian officials, banks, energy revenues, and major purchasers of Russian oil. The law, named after the late Republican senator, aims to pressure Russia into ending its war in Ukraine and reportedly grants the president authority to impose a 100% tariff on goods from India and China. This legislation marks a significant escalation in US economic measures against Moscow.

Accuracy & sourcesGrounded

The claim is solid and well-documented. Multiple primary and reputable news outlets—including Reuters, The Guardian, BBC, and Al Jazeera—confirm the signing and key provisions, based on White House statements and the enacted bill text. No conflicting reports exist.

How new

This is genuinely new, dated to September 18–19, 2026, per the verified publication window.

Past coverage

We covered a preceding chapter in July 2026, when a Trump-Turkey arms deal eased certain Russia sanctions restrictions, contrasting with the tightening of sanctions in this new bill.