Russia resumes diesel exports to Türkiye, Brazil, after Trump lifts sanctions on fuel supplies, boosting Moscow’s war revenue – Reuters
Moscow has lifted its export ban, with US sanctions relief opening the way for renewed sales even as Russia continues to face domestic fuel supply pressures.
Russia has resumed diesel exports to Türkiye and Brazil following the lifting of US sanctions on fuel supplies, according to Reuters. The move is aimed at boosting Moscow's war revenue and compensating for domestic shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. The US sanctions relief has enabled Russia to restore access to international buyers, despite ongoing domestic issues.
At least two tankers carrying Russian diesel have departed the Baltic port of Primorsk for Türkiye and Brazil in recent days, each carrying around 300,000 barrels. However, Russia's diesel exports remain below last year's levels, averaging around 345,000 barrels per day in 2026, down 41% from the previous year. The resumption of exports is part of a deal between Russia and the US, with Russia initially exporting 300,000 metric tons of diesel, followed by 500,000 tons in November and 1 million tons afterward.
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