Trump hails Russia deal to release diesel as midterms loom

US President Donald Trump has secured a deal with Russia to release diesel fuel, aiming to lower energy costs ahead of the US midterm elections. According to Interfax-Ukraine, Trump announced that Russia will supply over 500,000 tonnes of diesel fuel to the US and global markets.

The agreement includes an immediate supply of over 300,000 tonnes of diesel fuel, another 500,000 tonnes in November, and 1,000,000 tonnes immediately thereafter, with a potential additional 3,000,000 tonnes to be delivered within a short period.

Trump stated that his priority is lower prices for Americans, especially for farmers, ranchers, and truckers. France 24 reported that Trump eased war sanctions on Moscow as part of the deal.

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