US Senate prepares three new bills to pressure Russia
US Senate preparing three new bills to pressure Russia (photo: Getty Images)
The United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations is preparing to approve three bills aimed at increasing pressure on Russia, Axios reported.
According to lawmakers and their aides, the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations will consider three bills on Wednesday to increase pressure on Russia.
The initiatives have bipartisan support and are intended to demonstrate Congress's readiness for further action against Moscow.
Notably, the committee meeting coincides with the visit of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to Washington, who on Wednesday will meet with President Donald Trump and leading lawmakers.
It is expected that the adoption of these bills will allow senators from both parties to create political momentum for action against Russia and show that Congress is prepared to escalate in response to Kremlin aggression.
"The more we can do up here to push back on Russia, the more anxious we are to do that," said Senator James Risch.
His colleague, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a Democrat from New Hampshire, added that since the White House seems unwilling to act, it is essential for Congress to take specific steps.
"And I'm very pleased that for the first time this year, we're going to have bills that will make it harder for Russia to continue to conduct this war," she explained.
Details of the initiatives
During the committee meeting, three bills are planned to be considered:
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A document recognizing Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism due to the abduction of Ukrainian children.
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An initiative on economic sanctions against China for supporting Russia's military actions.
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A bill that would require the transfer of frozen Russian assets in the United States to Ukraine every 90 days.
After last night's attack, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Ukraine's partners. The president emphasized that Russia's words about diplomacy mean nothing as long as its leaders do not face critical problems.
Zelenskyy stated that everyone who now helps Ukraine with air defense systems and missiles is protecting lives.
"We are grateful for this. And everyone who helps Ukraine with long-range capabilities brings the end of the war closer," the president concluded.
More details on the consequences of the Russian attack as of the morning can be found in the RBC-Ukraine report.
