TRUMP FACES HYPOCRISY CHARGE OVER RUSSIAN DIESEL DEAL AFTER TARGETING INDIA

What happened: Trump announced a deal for Russia to supply diesel to US and global markets, prompting the Treasury to temporarily ease sanctions on Russian diesel transactions. Critics called it hypocrisy given recent US penalties on Russian oil buyers like India. Key numbers: Russia to supply over 300,000 tonnes initially, 500,000 tonnes in November, then one million Why it matters: Commentators, lawmakers and Zelenskyy said the move undercuts US pressure on Moscow and contradicts sanctions policy, while Trump said extra fuel is needed to lower prices for consumers, farmers and truckers. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h

Trump announced a deal for Russia to supply diesel to US and global markets, prompting the Treasury to temporarily ease sanctions on Russian diesel transactions. Critics called it hypocrisy given recent US penalties on Russian oil buyers like India.

Commentators, lawmakers and Zelenskyy said the move undercuts US pressure on Moscow and contradicts sanctions policy, while Trump said extra fuel is needed to lower prices for consumers, farmers and truckers.