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Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky criticises 'gift to Putin'

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What happened

Ukraine's president said allowing Russia to sell petroleum products would prolong a war that must be ended.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC News and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:32:42 UTC.

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  1. Trump says Putin agrees to supply Russian diesel to US and global markets

  2. Trump announces Russian diesel deal amid soaring US fuel prices

  3. Trump strikes diesel deal with Putin, reversing years of pressure on Russia over Ukraine war

  4. Trump says Russia to immediately supply diesel to U.S. after talks with Putin

  5. U.S. lifts sanctions on sale of Russian diesel in global markets

  6. Trump strikes deal with Putin to supply Russian diesel to U.S. and global markets

  7. Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky criticises 'gift to Putin'

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