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Diesel deal leaves sanctions bill and Russian fuel on one desk

The New York Times says the president agreed to import Russian diesel over the coming months, weeks after signing a bill that tightens sanctions on Russia's energy sector.

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  1. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe New York Times has now laid out the reasoning behind the diesel deal, and it is an awkward one for the White House.

  2. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorPresident Trump agreed to import Russian diesel over the coming months, after signing legislation that tightens energy sanctions on Russia.

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