Russian diesel is heading to the US: three tankers are en route and Novak says the deal could put 500,000 metric tonnes into US and world markets in October. Sanctions relief is tied to the supply, so

What happened: Russian deputy prime minister Alexander Novak said three tankers carrying Russian diesel are headed for North America, part of a deal that could see Russian companies supply 500,000 metric tonnes to US and world markets in October. Key numbers: 500,000 metric tonnes in October; tanker Agioi Fanendes expected in the US on 7 November; Oleshky ceasefire from 27 Why it matters: The diesel shipments follow a deal announced by US president Donald Trump in which Russia agreed to supply diesel to global markets in return for Trump temporarily lifting US sanctions on Russian fuel. Coverage: 5 outlets in 24h

Russian diesel tankers heading to North America amid US peace talk efforts signal escalation.

Russian diesel tankers heading to North America amid US peace talk efforts signal escalation. — impact context not separately stored; see What changed.