Trump defends his Russian diesel deal as lawmakers in both parties object. The Kremlin rejects Kyiv's 60-day ceasefire and Ukraine says the strikes go on
President Trump defended his deal to let Russian diesel reach the market while lawmakers in both parties urged him to reverse it, Reuters and CNA reported. Russia's Deputy Prime Minister said exports could reach up to 3.5 million tonnes a month by year-end. The Kremlin rejected Mr Zelenskiy's 60-day ceasefire and said it wants a wider peace deal. Ukraine accused Russia of breaking Mr Trump's 'energy ceasefire' with a strike on a power plant. The EU adopted nearly 1,600 new sanctions listings.
Diesel moves freight, farming and food prices, so a deal that lifts supply could ease costs, while one that props up Moscow splits allies.
Diesel and heating costs depend on both the Iran war and this deal; the price of Brent was near $106 on Monday.
Supporters say more diesel lowers prices and may soften Moscow.
Critics say it funds Russia's war and breaks sanctions logic.
The test is whether Russia confirms the energy truce. Until then, treat it as Mr Trump's announcement.
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