Trump lifts Russian diesel restrictions despite bipartisan criticism

Fox News • 18 oct. 12h00

The White House has temporarily lifted restrictions on Russian diesel imports, citing potential price relief for consumers, while several senators and House members call for the decision to be reversed.

Euronews.com • 18 oct. 10h09

President Donald Trump accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of harming U.S. interests as the United States announced a deal to ease sanctions on Russian diesel, while European leaders discussed funding gaps for Ukraine's war effort.

Fox Business • 18 oct. 05h16

President Donald Trump signed an executive order waiving several Russia-related sanctions, prompting criticism from Republican and Democratic officials who say the move could aid Vladimir Putin.

PBS • 17 oct. 15h57

Senators from both parties denounced President Trump's indefinite suspension of newly enacted sanctions on Russia, calling the move a breach of law and a threat to Ukraine, while lawmakers prepare legislation to block the diesel agreement.

NPR • 17 oct. 14h25

President Donald Trump signed an order halting a new sanctions package against Russia, a move denounced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several U.S. senators as undermining pressure on Moscow.

Rolling Stone • 17 oct. 14h00

President Donald Trump announced a temporary suspension of certain sanctions on Russian oil, allowing the United States to import 2.25 million barrels of diesel, a move critics say will have little impact on domestic fuel costs.

NBC News • 17 oct. 11h59

President Donald Trump issued an executive order suspending new sanctions on Russia’s oil and gas buyers, prompting criticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several members of Congress.

CBS News • 17 oct. 09h39

President Trump issued an executive order halting 100% tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian crude and natural gas and suspending other sanctions, citing national interest.

CNBC • 17 oct. 05h00

Experts say the agreement to export Russian diesel offers limited financial benefit to Moscow but could strengthen its political position, while restrictions on U.S. intelligence sharing and Starlink use add pressure on Ukraine.

The Guardian • 17 oct. 03h20

President Donald Trump issued an executive order delaying the implementation of a bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia, citing national interest as tensions with Ukraine rise.

Newsweek • 16 oct. 20h58

President Volodymyr Zelensky said the U.S. diesel agreement with Russia may open the door to additional energy contracts and further sanctions relief, while Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev described the deal as a model for expanded cooperation.