Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage
Summary
President Donald Trump asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop attacks on Russian diesel fuel sites, saying these strikes are causing a global shortage. Ukraine has targeted Russia’s oil and gas industry as part of the conflict, while Russia has responded with attacks inside Ukraine and banned diesel exports.Key Facts
- President Trump urged Ukraine to stop hitting Russian diesel fuel targets to prevent a worldwide diesel shortage.
- Diesel prices in the U.S. recently reached a record high above $6 per gallon.
- Ukraine has been attacking Russia’s oil and gas facilities for months to limit funding for Russia’s war efforts.
- Russia banned diesel exports in July, worsening the global supply problem.
- The war in Iran has also reduced oil shipments through a key route, the Strait of Hormuz.
- Russia has increased air attacks on Ukraine’s power grid as winter approaches.
- Recent Russian drone strikes killed civilians and caused damage in Ukraine and inside Russia’s oil-producing regions.
- Ukraine reported hitting a major Russian oil refinery near Crimea, causing injuries and pipeline damage.
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