Zelensky warned that a U.S.-Russia diesel deal could strengthen Moscow’s war economy unless tied to clear de-escalation commitments.
Drone damage has halted the Yaroslavl refinery, adding to Russia’s fuel shortages and exposing vulnerabilities in wartime refining capacity.
Widespread fuel sales restrictions are imposed across Russia due to production slowdowns following targeted drone strikes on oil refineries, affecting 53 regions.
The US will not extend sanctions exemptions allowing purchases of Russian and Iranian oil products at sea, tightening energy restrictions amid geopolitical tensions and economic consequences.