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Trump signs new law expanding Russia sanctions, extending Iran sanctions

According to the White House, the new law authorizes and expands economic measures against Moscow, including statutory sanctions and tariff authorities, while extending existing restrictions on Iran.

US President Donald Trump signs an executive order related to Utah protected lands in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, July 13, 2026.
The US Capitol exterior after the US House of Representatives approved legislation to avert a government shutdown before the midterm elections, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US, September 1, 2026.

US House approves Russia sanctions bill allowing Trump tariffs of up to 100% on Kremlin partners

US Senator Darline Graham (R-SC) raises a fist as she speaks during a campaign rally for her at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, US, August 21, 2026.

Darline Graham wins South Carolina Republican Senate primary runoff

US Senator for South Carolina Darline Graham Nordone, sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, reacts after being ceremonially sworn in by US Senate President pro tempore Chuck Grassley (R-IA) during an event on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, July 14, 2026.

Darline Graham met with Netanyahu during his US visit, vowed to continue standing with Israel


US Senator Lindsey Graham: 'President-elect Trump wants hostage release deal before inauguration'

"I want people in Israel and in the region to know that Trump is focused on the hostages issue. He wants the killing to stop and the fighting to end."

 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) gives a statement to the press, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, May 29, 2024.

‘Do what you must to halt a nuclear Iran,’ Senator Lindsey Graham tells Netanyahu

Many Republican senators, including Graham, have already been outspoke about their support for such a move.

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seen meeting with Republican South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham in Jerusalem, on April 17, 2023.

Trump spoke with Netanyahu about IDF strikes on Hezbollah

Trump was joined by at least one US Republican Senator on his call with Netanyahu.

 Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with US President Donald Trump.

Senators Graham, Blumenthal sign Torah scroll in honor of October 7 victims - exclusive

'You are not alone; the US stands with you," Sen Lindsey Graham said from the Western Wall.

 Senators Lindsey Graham (R- SC) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) at a signing of a special Torah Scroll at the Western wall in honor of victims of October 7.

Lindsey Graham slams Biden, G7 for urging Israeli 'proportional response' to Iranian attack

Sen. Lindsey Graham criticized Biden's proportional response suggestion, urging Israel to defend itself against Iran's nuclear ambitions and threats.

 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) reacts on the day of the first presidential debate hosted by CNN in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., June 27, 2024.

Republicans push for maximum pressure against Iran in response to attacks in Israel

Republicans urged maximum pressure on Iran following missile attacks, advocating for military action and expedited arms transfers to Israel.

 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) gives a statement to the press, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, May 29, 2024.

In contentious Senate hearing, divisions over how to fight antisemitism come to the fore

Should antisemitism be addressed separately or as part of a broader fight against prejudice?

 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) reacts on the day of the first presidential debate hosted by CNN in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., June 27, 2024.

Lindsey Graham to ‘Post’: Placing pressure on Iran key to bringing hostages home - interview

Graham: “I’ve told the hostage families early on – the key to all this is for Iran to feel the pressure. I said it then, and I’m saying it now.”

 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) gives a statement to the press, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel, May 29, 2024.

US Senator Graham calls for military force against Iran over Hezbollah threats

Senator Lindsey Graham urges US military action against Iran if Hezbollah escalates tensions with Israel, aiming to prevent Iran's nuclear breakout and hold them accountable for proxy actions.

 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) speaks at a Republican fundraising dinner in Columbia, South Carolina, U.S. August 5, 2023.

The world must help Israel stop Iran and its proxies, not appease them - editorial

World allies shouldn't be fooled by the elections in Iran. Now is the time to back up Israel and ensure Tehran doesn't achieve nuclear capabilities.

 A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)