US and Russia agree on diesel supply deal amid Ukraine conflict

Russian diesel exports US-Russia energy agreement Ukraine war sanctions Donald Trump Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The United States and Russia have reached an agreement to supply Russian diesel to American and global markets, aimed at lowering fuel prices. To facilitate this, the US Treasury Department issued a general license allowing the import of Russian diesel through April 7, 2027. The supply plan includes an immediate delivery of over 300,000 tons, followed by 500,000 tons in November, and subsequent shipments of 1 million tons, with potential totals exceeding 4.8 million tons.

This decision has sparked intense political friction. President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, suggesting Ukraine needs a new leader capable of reaching a peace deal. Trump also blamed Zelenskyy's strikes on Russian refineries for driving up global diesel prices. Conversely, President Zelenskyy condemned the agreement as an 'unfair gift to Putin' that provides Moscow with funds to finance its military operations. He noted that Russia often responds to diplomatic shifts with increased military aggression, citing recent strikes in Zaporizhzhia that killed at least 20 people.

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Donald Trump · Jared Kushner · Kremlin · Kyrylo Budanov · Marco Rubio · NATO · Office of Foreign Assets Control · Russia · Steve Witkoff · U.S. Department of the Treasury · US Department of the Treasury · US Treasury Department

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[● 10 SOURCES] President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected the stalemate characterization, calling it unwillingness to help Ukraine.
[● 8 SOURCES] Rubio warned that escalation could lead to sabotage campaigns in neighboring NATO member countries.
[● 4 SOURCES] During a visit to Portugal, Rubio advocated for a stronger Europe and increased defense investment by NATO members.
[● 3 SOURCES] US and Russian representatives, including Jared Kushner, are reportedly discussing American investment in the Nord Stream pipeline.
[● 7 SOURCES] Russian attacks in Ukraine killed 78 people and injured 215 others over a two-day period.
[● 10 SOURCES] Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the US to expand Ukraine's access to Starlink to help defend airspace and target missile systems.
[● 9 SOURCES] Ukrainian negotiators are scheduled to visit the United States for talks on Friday and Saturday.
[● 14 SOURCES] US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated the Russia-Ukraine war has reached a dangerous stalemate.
[● 5 SOURCES] A Ukrainian delegation is scheduled to meet with U.S. envoys in the United States for two days of talks.
[● 9 SOURCES] Negotiations include security guarantees for Ukraine and a post-war prosperity project.
[● 3 SOURCES] Ukraine plans to add 10 individuals to its national sanctions list following EU decisions regarding Russian oligarchs.
[● 19 SOURCES] U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will meet with Ukrainian negotiators to discuss a new proposal to end the war.