Peskov: Russia has started supplying diesel to the US

Kremlin spokesperson Peskov confirmed on October 23 that Russia has sent its first diesel-laden tanker to the United States. He stated that, according to the agreement reached between Russia and the US, Russia has begun supplying diesel to America, and shipments will continue in an orderly manner. On October 9, Russian President Putin and US President Trump had a phone conversation, reaching consensus on Russia supplying diesel to the US and global markets. On October 10, the Russian government announced a partial lift of its diesel export ban, allowing the supply of 500 thousand tons of diesel to the global market at this stage. Russian oil companies will sign diesel supply contracts with foreign buyers under government coordination. (CCTV News)