# Outlook for Russia-US diesel deal remains positive, senior Russian diplomat says

https://mins.news/en/item/107949

- TASS, 2026-10-20 13:41 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2204763

> Moscow remains positive about prospects for a diesel deal with Washington, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said, adding that Russia plans to make use of the opportunities. Russia is prepared to supply diesel to global markets beyond 2026-2027, while officials are examining how that timeframe aligns with US regulatory deadlines. Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump discussed petroleum supplies in a phone call on October 9.

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