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The US removed Russian diesel fuel from sanctions

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The US Department of the Treasury issued a license allowing all operations with Russian diesel fuel, including sales, delivery, unloading and import into the US, from April 7, 2025 until April 7, 2027, which temporarily lifts sanctions on this type of fuel for six months.

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The US previously imposed sanctions on Russian diesel as part of restrictions on Russia's energy sector following the outbreak of the conflict in Ukraine.

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The United States has removed Russian diesel fuel from sanctions for six months. This is indicated in the relevant license from the US Treasury.

“Until 00:01 April 7, 2027, North American Eastern Daylight Time, all transactions related to the sale, delivery, unloading or import of diesel fuel of Russian origin are permitted,” the document states.

It is noted that imports to the United States will also be allowed.

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After April 2027, the United States may extend the license or return sanctions on Russian diesel fuel, depending on the geopolitical situation
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Will the license be renewed after April 2027?
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