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U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to hit buyers of Russian exports with sanctions unless Russia agrees a peace deal over the conflict in Ukraine, potentially complicating Moscow's oil sales to China,
Senior US Senators have called for imposing tariffs up to 500 per cent on countries like India, China, and Brazil for continuing business with Russia during its war in Ukraine.
The legislation, which would allow the president to levy a 500% tariff on imports from countries that purchase Russian uranium, gas and oil, has gained momentum in the Senate as Trump has signaled he will escalate US action against Russia.
Fico says Slovakia will not block EU sanctions if it receives credible guarantees to ease the impact of phasing out Russian energy.
President Trump promised a major announcement on Russia, while more lawmakers are pushing for sanctions against the country amid continued strikes on Ukraine. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.