NYT
Trump Blames Ukraine for Global Diesel Shortage
Sunday, September 13, 2026
President Trump stated that Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries were harming global energy markets. The statement came as diesel prices rose amid broader disruptions to oil supply following military operations involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Trump did not provide specific evidence linking Ukraine's actions to the current diesel shortage.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/13/business/trump-ukraine-diesel.html
