Trump blamed Ukraine's attacks on Russian refineries on tensions in the global diesel market
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US President Donald Trump said that Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries were the main cause of tension in the global diesel fuel market, emphasizing that supply problems in the US are related to the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, and not to the situation in the Middle East.
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Why It Matters
Ukraine is carrying out attacks on Russian oil refineries as part of the conflict between the countries.
Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries have played a major role in creating tension in the global diesel market. US President Donald Trump stated this, as quoted by RIA Novosti.
“What happened in Russia and Ukraine (strikes on Russian refineries - Lenta.ru’s note) was truly the biggest problem for diesel,” Trump said.
Earlier, the American leader called on Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky to stop attacks on facilities related to diesel fuel in Russia. He emphasized that problems with fuel supplies to the United States are not related to the situation in the Middle East, but rather to the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The US may increase pressure on Ukraine to stop attacks on Russian refineries
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Open Questions
- How severe is the damage to refineries as a result of attacks?
- What measures is Russia taking to restore oil refinery operations?
- How long will tensions in the global diesel market last?
