Trump floats plan to buy Russian diesel while pressuring Ukraine to stop hitting refineries
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President Trump said the United States will negotiate a purchase of Russian diesel and urged Ukraine to halt attacks on Russian oil refineries, a proposal critics say could funnel billions into Moscow’s war economy.
President Trump said the United States is preparing to negotiate a purchase of Russian diesel fuel, a deal that could direct roughly $4 billion to the Russian economy, according to energy analysts. The move underscores how deeply economic policy can be bent toward appeasing Russian interests, even as the Kremlin’s war machine continues to rely on energy revenues. At the same time, he urged Ukraine to cease its attacks on Russian oil refineries, which have been a key element of Kyiv’s strategy to limit Russia’s war financing.
The proposed diesel purchase is presented as a measure to address high diesel prices in the United States, which officials have linked to broader geopolitical tensions. Critics say that framing masks the obvious reality: the arrangement would send substantial financial resources to Moscow without offering any reciprocal benefit to Ukraine, and would effectively reward Russia while it continues its assault.
Ukraine has not responded publicly to the request, and the potential agreement remains subject to further negotiations and regulatory approval.