Trump announces diesel imports from Russia amid domestic opposition

On October 9, 2026, President Trump announced a deal with Russia to bring Russian diesel fuel into the United States and world markets. The first delivery will be 300,000 tonnes, with larger shipments planned for November and beyond. Trump said the imports will help lower fuel costs because of a global shortage. He blamed Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities for the shortage. However, Trump had signed laws against Russian energy imports just weeks before. Lawmakers from both parties say the deal breaks U.S. law and weakens those sanctions. Some also doubt it will actually reduce prices for American consumers. Leaders from Canada and the UK have also spoken out against the agreement.