"A birthday present for Putin": Zelenskyy criticises US approval of Russian diesel imports

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the US approval of Russian diesel imports as a "happy birthday present" for Vladimir Putin, stating it provides Russia with billions of dollars to fund its war effort. This decision, announced by former US President Donald Trump following a call with Putin, allows millions of tonnes of Russian diesel to be exported to US and global markets until April 2027, sparking diplomatic concerns among Western allies.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Washington's move to ease restrictions on Russian diesel exports will provide Moscow with more money to finance its war. The decision follows a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin and has caused concern among Ukraine's government and European leaders.

"A birthday present for Putin": Zelenskyy criticises US approval of Russian diesel imports

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