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Trump Announces Russia Diesel Supplies Exceed 300,000 Tonnes

By Drooid · Oct 13, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Russia will supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel to U.S. and global markets.
Trump said Russia will add 500,000 tonnes in November and 1,000,000 tonnes soon after.
Trump dismissed claims that Russia and China are aiding Iran, saying both have too much to lose.
The United States and China agreed to $30 billion of reciprocal tariff cuts and a new emerging-technology dialogue.

History

Historical Context

In October 1973 OAPEC, led by Saudi King Faisal, cut production and embargoed the United States and other Israel supporters, pushing oil prices from $3 to $12 per barrel—a rise of nearly 300%. The shock proved that coordinated energy moves can reshape trade, a pattern echoed by President Donald Trump’s 2024 announcement that Russia will deliver over 300,000 tonnes of diesel to the United States.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Russia will supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel to U.S. and global markets.
Trump said Russia will add 500,000 tonnes in November and 1,000,000 tonnes soon after.
Trump dismissed claims that Russia and China are aiding Iran, saying both have too much to lose.
The United States and China agreed to $30 billion of reciprocal tariff cuts and a new emerging-technology dialogue.

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