US President Donald Trump has approved a bipartisan sanctions bill that could impose tariffs of up to 500% on countries purchasing Russian oil, including India, China, and Brazil. The legislation, championed by Senator Lindsey Graham, aims to pressure these nations to cease buying discounted Russian crude, which the US claims funds Moscow's war in Ukraine. While the bill is expected to face a Senate vote soon, its potential impact on India's exports and trade relations with the US is a significant concern, though some analysts suggest it may be used as a pressure tactic rather than fully enforced.