Russian diesel deal touted by Trump falters as tankers change course

Summary

Several Russian ships carrying diesel intended for the US market abruptly changed course in recent days while at sea, according to Le Monde. American companies have become reluctant to buy the fuel, fearing reputational risks and sanctions. Al Jazeera reports that zero Russian diesel has reached the US as tankers divert and buyers fear legal action, leaving a US-Russia diesel deal touted by Trump struggling.

Timeline

1. Le Monde

   7 Nov 2026, 03:11 UTCSource ↗

   Le Monde reports that several Russian ships carrying diesel intended for the US market abruptly changed course in recent days, and that American companies have become reluctant to purchase it over fears of reputational risks and sanctions.

2. Al Jazeera

   7 Nov 2026, 12:24 UTCSource ↗

   Al Jazeera reports that zero Russian diesel has reached the US as tankers divert and buyers fear legal action.