Trump’s Russia Diesel Deal Signals Shift on Ukraine

President Trump's agreement to purchase diesel from Russia, announced after a call with Vladimir Putin, may signal a dangerous shift in U.S. policy toward the Ukraine conflict, with consequences extending beyond the midterms. Following the deal, Trump called for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's removal and falsely claimed both sides agreed to suspend energy attacks. U.S. envoys reportedly threatened to cut intelligence sharing and weapons sales, with Starlink access reportedly reduced, while Trump publicly blamed Zelenskyy for blocking peace. European leaders have shown muted pushback compared to past responses, and congressional protest remains limited to letters from a few senators and House members. Analysts warn Trump's new approach, pressuring Zelenskyy rather than Putin, could prolong suffering and damage alliances.