India, Aug. 8 -- The US Senate has approved a bill that would allow President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil or natural gas, including India.

The bill was long championed by the late US Senator Lindsey Graham.

The crucial legislation was passed with strong bipartisan support in an 86-11 vote.

According to reports, the bill includes sanctions against Russian leaders and officials, targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin, oligarchs and financial institutions.

"To the people of Ukraine, we are with you," Blumenthal added.

During the vote, Senator Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, who voted against the bill, said she supports sanctions against Russia but believes the legislation gives Trump too ...