Germany pursues new Russia sanctions despite US diesel deal
Germany said Saturday it would continue to push for new EU sanctions against Russia despite Moscow's agreement with Washington to release diesel to ease a fuel crunch.
Russian leader Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke on the phone, leading to the early lifting of diesel export restrictions by Moscow. According to Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak, additional diesel supplies could reach American markets as early as October. Novak stated that Russia would begin lifting restrictions immediately on diesel fuel exports.
He added that in November and December, Russia could further increase diesel exports once refineries complete repairs. The lifting of restrictions allows Russia to fully supply its domestic market with diesel as well. Novak also expressed positive views on U.S. efforts to stabilize the global energy market and restore normal trade in energy resources.
On October 9, Trump announced an agreement with Putin to supply millions of tons of Russian diesel fuel to world markets. The U.S. Treasury Department temporarily permitted the supply of Russian diesel fuel to the global market until April 7, 2027. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the move, stating that it plays into Russia's hands and benefits the ongoing war.
Zelenskyy also accused the U.S. negotiating team in Washington of being used as a mere screen, calling the decision weak.
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