Trump faces Republican opposition to his diesel deal with Russia’s Putin
- Posted on October 11, 2026
- By Financial Times
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Congressional leaders from across the political spectrum are raising serious concerns about a proposed diesel trade agreement between the Trump administration and Russia's Putin government. Critics argue the deal would indirectly fund Moscow's ongoing military operations in Ukraine while potentially violating existing U.S. sanctions legislation. The bipartisan opposition highlights growing tensions over foreign policy and national security implications of energy sector agreements with hostile nations.
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