US Lawmakers Move to Block Trump-Putin Diesel Import Deal

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers introduced the Prohibit Corrupt Russia Oil Deals Act on Friday to block President Donald Trump's reported deal with Russia to import diesel, citing concerns it could fund Moscow's war against Ukraine. The bill, led by Representative Gregory Meeks, would bar the US International Development Finance Corporation from investing in Russia's energy sector, invalidate existing Treasury licences, and require sanctions on Russian energy. Meeks argued the deal would not lower US costs and would provide Moscow funds to continue its assault on Ukraine. The legislation has bipartisan support, including Republican Don Bacon, though it must pass Congress to take effect. Its introduction does not immediately block the deal, amid broader debate over whether Washington should maintain economic pressure on Russia or pursue energy arrangements.