Merz opposes Trump's diesel deal with Putin and assures Zelensky of Germany's support
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has opposed the agreement between US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin on Russian diesel fuel supplies, saying that Europe should instead increase pressure on Russia.
US President Donald Trump defended a diesel supply deal with Russia on Monday, stating it would alleviate global fuel pressures and benefit American farmers and ranchers. Trump, before heading to Ohio for a midterm election campaign rally, told reporters that while the US could impose oil restrictions, it would greatly impact the rest of the world.
He emphasized that the deal is not for him, but for the rest of the world, particularly to help American farmers and ranchers. The agreement, which provides over 300,000 tonnes of diesel from Russia, comes amid high fuel prices and as a potential prelude to the US midterm elections on November 3. This decision contrasts with Trump's recent sanctions on Russia and stands in contrast to his recent announcement of an "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine.
However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denounced the deal, calling it "absolutely terrible" and "not fair and not honest," arguing that it benefits Russia and prolongs the war.
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