Trump Announces Deal to Import Russian Diesel

The Libertarian Institute · Oct 9, 2026

President Donald Trump announced an agreement with Russia to supply millions of tons of diesel to the US and global markets. The announcement came a day after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Washington’s approach to negotiations with Moscow.

“I have just concluded a highly successful discussion with President Vladimir Putin of Russia,” the President wrote on Truth Social Friday. “It was agreed that Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 Tons of Diesel Fuel to the American and Global Marketplace, another 500,000 Tons during the month of November, and 1,000,000 Tons…