Trump Urges Ukraine to Halt Strikes on Russian Diesel Amid Fuel Shortage Claims

U.S. President Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian diesel, claiming it's causing a fuel shortage. Details on the conflict and diplomatic tensions.

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September 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Kyiv, Ukraine — U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to cease attacks on Russian diesel infrastructure, alleging that such actions are exacerbating fuel shortages within Russia.

Speaking during an event at his golf course in Ireland, Trump stated that Zelenskyy should avoid striking diesel facilities, emphasizing that these attacks are leading to a critical shortage of fuel. This call comes amid ongoing hostilities between Ukraine and Russia, with Kyiv targeting oil and gas assets as part of its military strategy.

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Russia has been conducting extensive aerial campaigns against Ukraine, using drones and missiles to strike key infrastructure, including power grids and border crossings. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces have been targeting Russian energy facilities, prompting concerns over the impact on fuel supplies across the country.

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