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Why Trump’s Russian Diesel Deal Is Unlikely to Lower Fuel Costs
Trump's Russian diesel deal unlikely to lower fuel costs, signaling no relief for consumers.
Context
What happened: President Trump's deal with Russia eases sanctions on Russian diesel, but it is unlikely to lower diesel prices.
Why it matters: Diesel prices have soared because of the war with Iran and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries, so the sanctions relief is not expected to bring relief at the pump.
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What changed
President Trump's deal with Russia eases sanctions on Russian diesel, but it is unlikely to lower diesel prices.
Why it matters
Diesel prices have soared because of the war with Iran and Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries, so the sanctions relief is not expected to bring relief at the pump.
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Oct 15, 2026 08:57 AM ET