How could the sanctions law affect the central bank's operations?
The central bank could face new operational restrictions within 30 days. The sanctions law, approved by Congress, requires the administration to apply new restrictions on the central bank within 30 days. This measure is part of a broad package designed to reduce resources available to Moscow for the war in Ukraine. These restrictions target the Russian financial system alongside sanctions against state-controlled institutions like Gazprombank.
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Donald Trump announced a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin for Russia to supply large quantities of diesel fuel to the American and global marketplace. The agreement includes over 300,000 tons immediately, followed by 500,000 tons in November, and 1 million tons thereafter, with an additional 3 million tons to follow later. This announcement comes as Trump continues to push for new tariffs and severe economic sanctions against Iran and Russia.
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The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, signed by President Donald Trump, requires the administration to apply new restrictions on the Central Bank within 30 days. These restrictions are part of a comprehensive package targeting Russian officials and state-controlled institutions.
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- Trump signed a law imposing sanctions on Russian banks like Gazprombank and restricting the Central Bank.
- Within 30 days the administration will have to apply new restrictions on the Central Bank and sanctions against Sberbank, VTB, Gazprombank and other state-controlled institutions.
- The House of Representatives passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by a vote of 262-159.
Why it matters
The imposition of restrictions on the central bank represents a significant escalation in economic pressure on Russia. By targeting the financial system, the sanctions aim to reduce the resources available to Moscow, thereby increasing the cost for Russia to continue its war in Ukraine.
This move is part of a wider strategy that also includes the potential for tariffs of up to 100 percent on goods from the five largest countries purchasing Russian oil or gas. The legislation also requires the administration to identify and block ships in the so-called “shadow fleet,” affecting the entire maritime network that allows Moscow to generate revenue from its energy exports.
What we don't know yet
- What specific operational restrictions will be applied to the central bank?
- How will the central bank respond to the new restrictions on its financial operations?
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