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Controversial Statement Reignites Tension Between The United States And Countries That Are Still Buying Oil From Russia.
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the most influential names in the United States Congress, stated last Monday (21), in an interview with Fox News, that the country may impose a tariff of up to 100% on nations that continue to buy oil from Russia. Brazil, China, and India were directly mentioned as possible targets of the measure.
The senator’s proposal is a response to the continued indirect financing of the war in Ukraine through Russian oil exports.
According to him, countries that maintain these purchases are strengthening Putin’s “war machine.”
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“If you continue buying cheap oil from Russia to allow this war to continue, we will impose a hell of tariffs, crushing your economy,” Graham declared.
United States Pressures Countries That Maintain Relationship With Russian Oil
The main focus of the American senator is to undermine the revenue flow that sustains Russia during the conflict with Ukraine.
To that end, he proposes to economically penalize countries like Brazil, which, according to him, would have to choose between maintaining trade relations with Russia or preserving ties with the American economy.
“China, India, and Brazil. These three countries buy 80% of cheap Russian oil, and that’s how Putin’s war machine keeps functioning,” he stated.
Graham emphasized that, even with the sanctions already imposed, Vladimir Putin continues to resist. Thus, tightening economic policies would be a way to force Russia’s trading allies to back down.
Brazil May Face Economic Impact From US Tariff
If the proposal advances in the United States Congress, Brazil may face severe economic consequences.
The imposition of a 100% tariff on Brazilian products in retaliation for buying Russian oil represents a direct risk to foreign trade and national economic stability.
Although it is not an official decision by the US government, Graham’s statements highlight a growing climate of American intolerance towards countries that do not fully align with sanctions against Russia.
Senator Reinforces Military Support for Ukraine and Hardens Speech Against Putin
In addition to tariff threats, Lindsey Graham reiterated that the United States will continue to send weapons to Ukraine, increasing military support in response to Russian attacks. He also made it clear that, for Americans, the conflict has reached a new level.
“The game has changed regarding you, President Putin,” the senator declared.
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