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The United States is pushing its G7 partners to adopt tougher measures against Russia. US officials specifically urged allies to impose tariffs on countries that continue buying Russian oil. This move aims to cut off revenue that funds Putin's war in Ukraine. The appeal comes amid ongoing debate about avoiding broader energy market disruptions.

Key Points: US Presses G7 Partners to Tighten Russia Sanctions and Tariffs

  • US urges G7 to impose tariffs on countries still importing Russian oil
  • Officials say this strategy aims to force Moscow to negotiating table
  • G7 members also exploring redirecting frozen Russian assets to Ukraine
  • Debate continues over avoiding broader energy shocks from sanctions
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US presses G7 to tighten measures against Russia

US urges G7 allies to impose tariffs on nations buying Russian oil, aiming to cut off Putin's war revenue. Trump announces hard-hitting economic measures.

"Only with a unified effort that cuts off the revenues funding Putin’s war machine at the source will we be able to apply sufficient economic pressure - US Officials"

Washington, Sep 13

The US pressed its G7 partners to adopt tougher measures against Russia, urging them to impose tariffs on countries that continue to buy Russian oil.

In a joint call with G7 finance ministers, US Ambassador Jamieson Greer and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, on Friday, echoed President Donald Trump’s demand that allies step up efforts to cut off Moscow’s energy revenues, which Washington says are fuelling the war in Ukraine.

“Only with a unified effort that cuts off the revenues funding Putin’s war machine at the source will we be able to apply sufficient economic pressure to end the senseless killing,” Greer and Bessent said in a statement after the call.

The officials said the US has already moved ahead with punitive tariffs on nations that continue importing Russian oil, describing the policy as a cornerstone of Trump’s strategy to force Moscow to the negotiating table. They urged other G7 members — Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom — to follow suit.

Greer and Bessent also welcomed commitments by G7 counterparts to strengthen existing sanctions and to explore redirecting frozen Russian sovereign assets to support Ukraine’s defence.

“Thanks to President Trump’s bold leadership, the United States has already taken dramatic action against the purchasers of Russian oil,” the statement said. “We are encouraged by the assurances of our fellow G7 nations that they are committed to ending this war, and we are hopeful that they will join us in taking decisive action at this critical time.”

The appeal comes amid ongoing debate within the G7 over how far to go in tightening sanctions without triggering broader energy shocks, particularly in developing countries still dependent on Russian supplies.

Trump on Friday also announced that he will be hitting Russia “very hard” with economic measures, including tariffs.

“It'd be hitting very hard on with sanctions to banks and having to do with oil and tariffs also,” Trump said in an interview with Fox News.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I understand the need to pressure Russia, these tariffs will increase inflation in countries like India. The West should consider the impact on ordinary people in developing nations.
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Arjun K
India should maintain its strategic autonomy. We've always had good relations with Russia and they've been reliable partners. The US can't dictate our foreign policy choices.
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Sarah B
As someone living in India, I appreciate that our government is balancing national interests with global responsibilities. Energy security is crucial for our development.
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Vikram M
The West has been buying Russian oil through third countries themselves. Why the double standards? First they should stop their own indirect purchases before lecturing others.
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Michael C
While I support efforts to end the war, developed countries should provide alternatives and compensation if they want developing nations to stop buying Russian oil. You can't just cut supplies without solutions.

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