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Trump Urges Zelensky to Stop Attacks Driving Diesel Prices

By Drooid · Sep 14, 2026, 10:21 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop attacks on Russian oil refineries in Ireland on Sunday.
Trump said the attacks are pushing U.S. diesel prices above $6 per gallon, a record high.
Russia extended its diesel export ban through September end after Ukrainian strikes cut its refining capacity.
A sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham could impose 100% tariffs on the five largest Russian oil buyers.

History

Historical Context

In October 1973 OAPEC, led by Saudi King Faisal, imposed an oil embargo on the United States, causing gasoline prices to jump 43% from 38.5¢ to 55.1¢ per gallon and prompting Nixon’s administration to impose rationing and price controls that limited old-oil prices. The shock showed how abrupt supply cuts can spike fuel costs, a pattern echoed today as Ukraine is urged to curb refinery attacks.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop attacks on Russian oil refineries in Ireland on Sunday.
Trump said the attacks are pushing U.S. diesel prices above $6 per gallon, a record high.
Russia extended its diesel export ban through September end after Ukrainian strikes cut its refining capacity.
A sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham could impose 100% tariffs on the five largest Russian oil buyers.

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