Zelenskyy warned that a US-Russia diesel arrangement could boost Moscow’s war economy unless tied to clear de-escalation terms.
Ukraine will meet Trump envoys in the U.S. to discuss a new war-ending proposal as Kyiv presses for sanctions, Starlink access and stronger leverage.
The EU Commission and Ukrainian President welcome new US Senate sanctions targeting Russia's energy exports and political elite, emphasizing coordinated pressure on Moscow's war financing.
The Russian State Duma has amended tax laws to refine the fuel dampener system and import compensation, aiming to stabilize domestic fuel prices and supplies amid sector disruptions.
Gasoline prices in annexed Crimea surged 78.4% in early July amid Russia’s fuel shortages, export bans, and increased imports, signaling severe supply challenges.
Russia plans to limit diesel and aviation kerosene exports temporarily amid refinery disruptions caused by repeated drone attacks, aiming to stabilize the domestic fuel market.