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U.S. Senate approves sanctions against Russia and Iran

The new measures target major buyers of Russian energy and the Iranian energy industry.

U.S. Senate approves sanctions against Russia and Iran
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The United States Senate has approved new sanctions against Russia and Iran. This decision aims to target the largest buyers of Russian oil and gas, as well as to limit energy from Tehran.

The sanctions represent a response to current geopolitical dynamics and focus on the energy industries of both countries, reflecting the United States' stance on their foreign policies.

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