WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD-TV NEWS) — President Donald Trump says Russia will supply millions of tons of diesel fuel to the U.S. and global markets following a discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
In a post on Truth Social on Friday, Trump said Russia would immediately supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel, followed by another 500,000 tons in November and 1 million tons shortly thereafter. He said an additional 3 million tons would follow, depending on the condition of Russian diesel refineries.
“I have just concluded a highly successful discussion with President Vladimir Putin, of Russia, wherein it was agreed that Russia will immediately supply over 300,000 Tons of Diesel Fuel to the American and Global Marketplace, another 500,000 Tons during the month of November, and 1,000,000 Tons immediately thereafter. Additionally, based on the condition of their Diesel Refineries, Russia will then deliver, within a short period of time, 3,000,000 Tons of Diesel Fuel. Between our TOTAL CONTROL of the Strait of Hormuz, and this great announcement on Russian Energy, Diesel Prices for Americans and, indeed, the World, will be COMING DOWN, IN RECORD NUMBERS, AND FAST! Lower prices for Americans, especially our Great Farmers, Ranchers, and Truckers, is my Greatest Priority. This is a very big and important announcement. Additionally, it must be understood, that Iran will not have a Nuclear Weapon! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DONALD J. TRUMP”
President Donald Trump via Truth Social
Trump said the additional supply would help bring diesel prices down, highlighting potential relief for farmers, ranchers and truckers. However, the announcement does not say how quickly or how much U.S. diesel prices may change.
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