Energiekrise: Bundesregierung zu Trumps Diesel-Deal: Kein Öl aus Russland

The German government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the sanctions against Russia following a diesel agreement between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin. Bundesregierung spokesperson Stefan Kornelius emphasized that the government remains steadfast in its stance against Russia, working alongside European partners to impose additional sanctions.

The government also reiterated its ongoing support for Ukraine in its defense struggle. Germany has been consistently adhering to the EU sanctions on Russian oil and crude oil products since 2023, with no oil or oil products being sourced from Russia since then. The spokesperson stressed that Germany's supply is diversified, rendering it independent from Russian oil.

The security of supply has been ensured since then. US President Trump had announced an agreement to supply hundreds of thousands of tonnes of diesel from Russia after a meeting with Putin. The US plans to temporarily lift sanctions on Russian diesel for this purpose. The Kremlin confirmed the deal. Trump is currently facing significant pressure in the US in the run-up to the crucial midterm elections less than a month away.

Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) and Economics Minister Katherina Reiche (CDU) acknowledged the US decision regarding Russian diesel deliveries. Their stance and that of European partners on sanctions remain clear. Diplomatic efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution are continuing, Kornelius added. Merz and Reiche visited Kyiv, Ukraine, earlier this year to support the city under attack by Russia.