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Trump lifts sanctions on Russian diesel

politicsOct 9, 2026496,222

President Donald Trump lifted U.S. sanctions on Russian diesel and said the United States may buy Russian fuel to blunt surging pump prices, a move announced weeks ahead of the midterm elections. Officials met in Miami on Oct. 9 to discuss ending Russia’s war with Ukraine the same day Washington eased restrictions on Russian diesel exports, according to reporting cited in posts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he views the decision as dishonest and weak, telling reporters it was a poor choice by strong partners. Energy analysts warned the first Russian shipment touted as a price fix would supply the United States for only a matter of hours. A Guardian analysis cited in posts found recent shipments of diesel into Russia from South Korean ports, underscoring questions about Russian spare capacity. The shift has drawn sharp criticism from Ukrainian officials and energy experts who say the volumes involved are too small to meaningfully lower U.S. prices while potentially sending money to Russia.

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It’s simple to figure out at this point, he’s a Russian asset. Thank you for your attention to this treason.

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