GÉOPOLITIQUE10 octobre 2026· 9 min
Trump-Putin Diesel Deal: How US-Russia Energy Reshapes European Sanctions
On October 9, 2026, Trump announced a sanctions waiver allowing Russian diesel into global markets. With up to 4.8M metric tons at stake, Europe's unified energy sanctions front faces its stiffest test yet.
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[1]Trump turns to Putin — https://www.politico.com/newsletters/west-wing-playbook-remaking-government/2026/10/09/trump-turns-to-putin-01115389
[2]Geopolitical developments contribute to elevated diesel ... — https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=66764