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Canada’s PM Carney Slams US–Russia Diesel Deal, Warns It Could Help Fund War Against Ukraine
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized a new agreement between the United States and Russia involving the supply of millions of liters of Russian diesel fuel to the US, warning that the arrangement could undermine efforts to achieve peace in Ukraine by providing Moscow with additional revenue to finance its war.
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Carney and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the agreement during an October 11 conversation, focusing on its potential implications for international efforts to end Russia’s war against Ukraine, according to a statement from the Canadian prime minister’s offic
According to the Canadian government, Carney expressed strong opposition to the arrangement, arguing that it directly contradicts efforts by Ukraine, Canada, and other allies to establish lasting peace and stability in Europe.
“The leaders discussed the new agreement between the United States and Russia to supply millions of tonnes of diesel to the United States. The Prime Minister was clear: this agreement is in direct opposition to the efforts of Ukraine, Canada, and our allies to create peace and stability in Europe. It will provide additional revenue for Russia and help finance its illegal, unjustifiable war against Ukraine,” the statement read.
Against this backdrop, Carney reaffirmed Canada's commitment to maintaining economic pressure on Moscow, assuring Zelenskyy that Ottawa would preserve existing sanctions and strengthen them if necessary to support efforts toward a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
The Canadian prime minister also reiterated his country's continued support for Ukraine, emphasizing Ottawa's commitment to its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Canada has provided Ukraine with more than $7 billion in military assistance and imposed sanctions on over 3,500 individuals and entities, according to the Canadian prime minister’s office.
Carney's criticism follows an announcement by US President Donald Trump that he had reached an agreement with Russian leader Vladimir Putin during a phone conversation concerning supplies of Russian diesel fuel to American and international markets.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that Russia would immediately deliver more than 300,000 tons of diesel fuel to US and global markets, followed by an additional 500,000 tons throughout November and another 1 million tons shortly afterward.
The agreement has also drawn criticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who opposed Washington's decision to allow Russian petroleum products to return to international markets.
Zelenskyy warned that easing restrictions on Russia without enforceable commitments could encourage further aggression.
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