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UPDATED Oct 16, 2026 at 11:06 PM ET
Oct 16, 2026 at 11:07 AM ET
EU leaders voice support for Zelenskyy over diesel deal
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European leaders voiced support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid concern over the United States easing sanctions on Russian diesel after Donald Trump’s fuel deal with Moscow. The European Union has not announced new funding for Ukraine, despite a headline indicating it is considering further financial support.
WHO: European leaders
WHAT: European leaders voiced support for Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid concern over the U.S. easing sanctions on Russian diesel.
WHEN: Reported Oct 16, 2026 at 2:47 PM ET
WHERE: Belgium
WHY: The leaders’ support came amid concerns over the U.S. easing sanctions on Russian diesel after Trump’s fuel deal with Moscow.
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