3 Tankers of Russian Diesel Headed for North America, Russian Deputy PM Says

By Reuters Oct. 24, 2026 Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. REUTERS / Anastasia Barashkova Three tankers carrying Russian diesel are on their way to North America, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Friday. Novak, in a statement quoted by Russian news agencies, said the cargos were part of a deal to supply U.S. and world markets. "The first three fuel tankers are already on their way to the eastern coast of the Atlantic Ocean, with significant support from the RDIF [Russian Direct Investment Fund]," Novak said. Novak said Russian companies could supply 500,000 metric tons in October. Under a deal announced this month by U.S. President Donald Trump, Russia agreed to supply ​diesel to global markets in an effort to lower fuel prices. The Trump administration temporarily lifted U.S. sanctions on Russian fuel that were designed to deprive Moscow of revenues for its ‌war on Ukraine. The deal as announced by Trump provided for 300,000 metric tons in October and more later. A Reuters exclusive story published earlier on Friday, quoting ship-tracking data, said the first Russian diesel was on board a tanker headed for New York. Read more about: Oil , United States Sign up for our free weekly newsletter Our weekly newsletter contains a hand-picked selection of news, features, analysis and more from The Moscow Times. You will receive it in your mailbox every Friday. Never miss the latest news from Russia. Preview Subscribers agree to the Privacy Policy We sent a confirmation to your email. Please confirm your subscription. A Message from The Moscow Times: Dear readers, We are facing unprecedented challenges. Russia's Prosecutor General's Office has designated The Moscow Times as an "undesirable" organization, criminalizing our work and putting our staff at risk of prosecution. This follows our earlier unjust labeling as a "foreign agent." These actions are direct attempts to silence independent journalism in Russia. The authorities claim our work "discredits the decisions of the Russian leadership." We see things differently: we strive to provide accurate, unbiased reporting on Russia. We, the journalists of The Moscow Times, refuse to be silenced. But to continue our work, we need your help. Your support, no matter how small, makes a world of difference. If you can, please support us monthly starting from just $2. It's quick to set up, and every contribution makes a significant impact. By supporting The Moscow Times, you're defending open, independent journalism in the face of repression. Thank you for standing with us. Once Monthly Annual Continue Not ready to support today? Remind me later. × Remind me next month Remind me Thank you! Your reminder is set. We will send you one reminder email a month from now. For details on the personal data we collect and how it is used, please see our Privacy Policy. Read more Moscow Says U.S. Released 2 Russian Crew From Seized Tanker The two Russian crew members from the seized Marinera tanker were released at Moscow's request, the Foreign Ministry said. 1 Min read U.S. Oilfield Services Company Weatherford Expands Russia Operations Despite Sanctions – FT The Financial Times identified roughly 100 job postings by Weatherford in Russia since late February, when new U.S. sanctions came into effect. 2 Min read U.S., Britain Double Russian Oil Purchases Analysts link the increase to U.S. sanctions on Venezuela and Iran as well as decreased prices of Russian oil. For Russia, Oil Pact Extension Falls Short of a Home Run Russia wants to extend oil production restrictions to drive up prices. In reality, it has few other choices.