Addressing Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation

Background:The Executive Order builds on previous orders (notably Executive Order 14,066 and 14,024) responding to Russian actions in Ukraine.The U.S. continues to view the Russian Federation’s activities as an “unusual and extraordinary threat” to national security and foreign policy.Tariffs on India:The U.S. finds that India is directly or indirectly importing Russian oil.An additional 25% ad valorem tariff is imposed on Indian imports, effective 21 days after the order (with some exceptions for goods already in transit).The tariff is in addition to other duties, unless certain exceptions apply.Scope and Stacking:The new tariff stacks with other tariffs unless the goods are already subject to specific trade actions or exceptions.Some goods are exempted, as detailed in referenced annexes and statutes.Modification Authority:The President reserves the right to modify the order in response to new information, foreign retaliation, or changes in Russian or foreign government behavior.Monitoring and Recommendations:The Secretary of Commerce, in coordination with other agencies, will monitor other countries’ imports of Russian oil and recommend further action if needed.The Secretary of State will regularly consult on the emergency and recommend additional actions if the order is not effective.Delegation:Various cabinet secretaries and agencies are authorized to take necessary actions to implement the order, including regulatory changes and enforcement.Definitions: Russian Federation oil” is defined broadly to include crude oil or petroleum products extracted, refined, or exported from Russia.“Indirectly importing” includes purchases through intermediaries or third countries if the oil can be traced to Russia.Severability and General Provisions:If any part of the order is found invalid, the rest remains in effect.The order does not create enforceable rights for any party.Signature:Signed by President Donald J. Trump at the White House, August 6, 2025.Notable Quotes:“The actions and policies of the Government of the Russian Federation continue to pose an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.”“I determine that it is necessary and appropriate to impose an additional ad valorem duty on imports of articles of India, which is directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil.”