# Trump open to US-Russia economic ties after Ukraine peace, newspaper reports

https://mins.news/en/item/100866

- TASS, 2026-10-15 05:40 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2202277

> The Wall Street Journal, citing sources, reports that Trump is open to economic relations with Russia after the Ukraine conflict is settled. He wants to de-escalate hostilities first, then propose a long-term ceasefire to Moscow. US officials said a Russian diesel supply agreement was intended to lower US fuel prices and offer Russia economic and political benefits to encourage negotiations.

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