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WorldHow Russia turned sanctions into a diesel deal

Washington has spent years trying to curb Russia’s energy revenues. Donald Trump has now agreed to buy millions of tons of Russian diesel, saying Americans need cheaper fuel. Critics say the deal brings Vladimir Putin new revenue, dilutes sanctions pressure and gives the Kremlin a political win. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns it will help Russia prolong the war.

DDW News 2026-10-10 17:26