Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia

What happened: Trump said Putin agreed to release 300,000 tonnes of diesel to the US and global market, with more shipments to follow, despite recent US sanctions on Russian energy imports. Key numbers: 300,000 tonnes immediate; 500,000 tonnes in November; one million more after; further three million tonnes; US Treasury sanctions suspension until Why it matters: Seven senators, four Republicans and three Democrats, said the deal violates US law and urged Trump to reverse course. Zelensky called it a gift to Putin. Analysts questioned whether Russia can supply that volume or ease US prices. Coverage: 10 outlets in 24h

Trump said Putin agreed to release 300,000 tonnes of diesel to the US and global market, with more shipments to follow, despite recent US sanctions on Russian energy imports.

Seven senators, four Republicans and three Democrats, said the deal violates US law and urged Trump to reverse course. Zelensky called it a gift to Putin. Analysts questioned whether Russia can supply that volume or ease US prices.