Tanker with Russian diesel heads to New York under Trump deal
Summary
A tanker carrying Russian diesel is headed for New York after the United States eased sanctions in a deal struck by Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The move has drawn sharp criticism from Ukraine and some U.S. lawmakers, who say it could benefit Moscow’s war effort.
Key Points
- A tanker loaded with nearly 300,000 barrels of Russian diesel has departed Primorsk and is headed for New York.
- The shipment follows a sanctions waiver tied to a deal between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin aimed at lowering fuel prices.
- Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned the agreement as dishonest and warned it could provide extra money for Russia’s war.
- The Kremlin said more diesel shipments are planned and that Ukraine-Russia-U.S. talks may resume in November.
