Russian Diesel Tanker Heads to New York After US Eases Sanctions

vg.no (Swedish) — October 23, 2026 at 12:01 PM UTC

A tanker carrying 40,000 tons of Russian diesel is en route to New York following the Trump administration's easing of sanctions on Russia. The shipment is part of a controversial deal aimed at lowering US fuel prices. The vessel, named "Agioi Fanendes" and sailing under a Maltese flag, was identified via LSEG shipping data on Friday. President Trump announced the agreement with Vladimir Putin on October 9, temporarily lifting sanctions on Russian diesel, with plans for over 300,000 tons immediately and further deliveries in November. Analysts doubt the volumes will significantly impact US prices, as 300,000 tons equals less than one day's transport-sector consumption. Politicians from both parties and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy have criticized the deal, fearing it funds Russia's war, while Trump defends it as the right choice for Americans.

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