The Kremlin says a first tanker of Russian diesel sets sail for the US despite Ukraine’s protests
The shipment carries about 40,000 metric tons and is the first Russian diesel cargo bound for the United States since 2023, analysts said.
- On Friday, the Kremlin announced that the first tanker carrying Russian diesel has set sail for the United States, following a recent agreement between President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin.
- The agreement marks a sudden policy reversal, occurring weeks after Trump signed a sanctions package directing up to 100% tariffs on Russian oil, which he subsequently put on hold.
- Marine intelligence firm Kpler reported the vessel is tracking toward a New York arrival on Nov 7, carrying 40,000 tons of diesel—roughly 300,000 barrels—marking the first delivery since July 2023.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the move "a weak decision by strong partners," while Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, "The first oil tanker has sailed off to customers, and regular supplies will continue."
- Russia's diesel production remains strained by Ukrainian long-range drone strikes on refineries, while Kyiv continues pleading with foreign countries to tighten sanctions and deny Moscow revenue for its ongoing invasion.
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After Trump's deal with Putin – Could be the first delivery since 2023.
Reformatorisch Dagblad
Russia is prepared to supply any desired quantity of diesel to the United States. Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said this, according to the Russian state broadcaster Vesti.
Russia has indicated its readiness to provide America with any quantity of diesel in its exports, with three tankers going to North America, under an agreement between Trump and Putin to increase supply and reduce fuel prices.
RUSSIA is ready to supply the United States of America with any amount of diesel from its export contingent, said the Russian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Novak in an interview with state television Vesti.
After negotiations with the U.S., Moscow makes loud statements about Russia's readiness to provide at least the amount of diesel fuel for export. Following the conclusion of the relevant agreement with the United States, world oil prices have fallen by 5 to 6 per cent. This was announced by Alexander Novak, Deputy Head of Government of the Russian Federation, reporting by RBK-Ukraine with reference to the IP "Vesti." According to the Russian Vic…
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said that Moscow is ready to provide the United States with any volume of supply of diesel fuel within the volumes available for export. October 25, 2026
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