Germany says it will continue pressing for new EU sanctions on Russia, even after Moscow agrees with the United States to release diesel fuel to ease a fuel crunch. A German government spokesman says the country “sticks to its measures” and is working with European partners on additional restrictions, while diplomatic efforts for a peaceful solution continue.
The stance follows a Trump-Putin announcement in which Russia signals readiness to supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel to global markets. German officials, however, emphasize that Russia’s diesel should not be directed into Germany. Across outlets, reporting focuses on Germany’s intent to keep sanctions pressure on Russia and its declared support for Ukraine, with the US deal framed as a separate move affecting fuel availability rather than changing Berlin’s approach.
