US law empowers Trump to impose 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian energy

A new U.S. law grants the president authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy and strengthens sanctions on Russia's shadow fleet. The measure aims to pressure Russia's war economy, but its impact depends on enforcement and the response of key buyers like China and India. This marks a significant escalation in U.S. economic statecraft against Russia, though the actual tariff application remains uncertain.