Capito Statement on Senate Passage of Legislation Sanctioning Russia and Iran

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Republican Policy Committee (RPC), released the below statement on the U.S. Senate's passage of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, legislation to hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine and extend expiring sanctions targeting Iran's energy sector and development of weapons of mass destruction.

"The Senate's passage of this legislation sends a strong message that the United States remains committed to holding Russia and its enablers accountable, and cutting off resources to the rogue regime in Iran" Senator Capito said. "These sanctions will help restrict the financial flows backing Putin's unjust war by imposing consequences on countries that continue to purchase Russian oil and gas. Additionally, it will extend expiring sanctions against Iranian energy and nuclear development programs. I am proud to support this effort to strengthen America's leadership and national security, and honor the legacy of our dear friend and colleague, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham."

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