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Trump announces deal with Putin to deliver Russian diesel fuel to the US

Trump has vacillated between tough economic penalties on Russia to halt continuing invasion of Ukraine and reprieves as the US war with Iran causes increased energy costs and inflation.

Republican Ledger staff · 3:08 PM ET

Trump announces deal with Putin to deliver Russian diesel fuel to the US
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Trump has vacillated between tough economic penalties on Russia to halt continuing invasion of Ukraine and reprieves as the US war with Iran causes increased energy costs and inflation.

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