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Trump calls on Zelensky to stop attacking Russian energy targets

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Washington Post

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A surge in the U.S. average price for diesel to an all-time high of $6 a gallon has reinforced concerns about higher global inflation.

Key facts

  • A surge in the U.S. average price for diesel to an all-time high of $6 a gallon has reinforced concerns about higher global inflation.
  • Reported by Washington Post and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 18:34:40 UTC.

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  1. Trump calls on Zelenskyy to halt Ukraine strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage

  2. Trump says Ukraine needs to stop targeting Russian refineries

  3. Trump tells Zelenskyy to stop hitting Russian diesel supplies

  4. Trump pokes the U.K., and Ireland’s unity debate catches fire

  5. Trump calls on Zelensky to stop attacking Russian energy targets

  6. Trump doubles down on united Ireland comments on day two of visit

  7. Trump downplays warnings of AI risks, citing rivalry with China

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