Trump announces Putin deal to release Russian diesel as US prices double

Trump announced a deal with Putin to release Russian diesel as rising US fuel costs put pressure on Republicans ahead of the midterms.

The Chestnut Post Staff · October 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM EDT

Trump announces Putin deal to release Russian diesel as US prices double

Trump has announced an agreement with Putin to release Russian diesel, according to BBC News.

US diesel prices have risen to twice their previous level since the war with Iran began in February. The increase is putting pressure on Republicans as the midterm elections approach.

Originally reported by BBC News. Read the full story at BBC News

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