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WorldPublished: 16 September 2026 at 02:43

US House advances bill on tougher sanctions against Russia and Iran

The US House Rules Committee has backed a bill imposing tougher sanctions on Russia and Iran, clearing the way for a full House vote on Wednesday, September 16.

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The US House of Representatives has moved forward a bill that would impose tougher sanctions on Russia and Iran.

The bill has been approved by the House Rules Committee, which decides which legislation advances to a full House vote and under what procedures. The committee's approval brings the bill a step closer to a final decision.

Vote set for Wednesday

A vote by the full House of Representatives on the bill is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16. If the bill secures majority support, it would mark a significant step toward imposing additional sanctions on both countries.

The source report does not specify further details about the exact sanctions measures contained in the bill.

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