Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia

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Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have criticised the deal, which was announced weeks before the US midterm elections.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:18:45 UTC.

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  1. Trump’s Zelensky attack, Russia diesel deal draw criticism in U.S. and abroad

  2. Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia

  3. U.S. Senators question legality of Trump’s decision to allow Russian oil imports

  4. Oil prices today: Brent crude declines as Trump announces Russia-Ukraine energy truce

  5. Live: Oil prices fall after Trump unilaterally announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire'

  6. Trump says Russia, Ukraine reach ‘energy ceasefire’ but gives no details

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