Trump Calls on Zelenskyy to Stop Attacks on Russian Diesel Facilities

Former President Donald Trump has publicly urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to cease targeting Russian diesel fuel facilities. Trump stated that these attacks are contributing to a global shortage and record-high diesel prices in the United States. He mentioned having discussed this issue directly with President Zelenskyy, suggesting alternative targets.

Ukraine has been conducting long-range attacks on Russia’s oil and gas industry for several months, leading to Russia implementing fuel rationing measures. In July, Russia imposed a ban on diesel exports.

These actions by Ukraine and the subsequent Russian responses have created significant disruptions in the global diesel market, impacting prices worldwide.

• Donald Trump called on Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop targeting Russian diesel facilities.
• Trump stated that these attacks are causing a global shortage and record-high U.S. diesel prices.
• Trump mentioned speaking to Zelenskyy about the issue, suggesting other targets.
• Ukraine has been attacking Russia’s oil and gas industry for months.
• Russia has responded with fuel rationing and banned diesel exports in July.