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First Russian Diesel From Putin-Trump Deal Heading for US

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The first Russian diesel bound for the US following an agreement reached between Moscow and US President Donald Trump is aboard a tanker heading for New York, ship-tracking data showed on Friday.

Earlier coverage

Earlier coverage on GreyNews

  1. Russia to Send First Diesel Tanker to U.S. on ThursdayOct 21, 2026 · OilPrice
  2. Russia Sees First Diesel Cargo Sailing for US on ThursdayOct 21, 2026 · gCaptain
  3. Trump says US has ‘run out of patience’ with Iran, threatens severe strikeOct 15, 2026 · Times Kuwait

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