On October 1, 2026, US President Donald Trump reiterated that global diesel fuel issues are primarily linked to the war between Russia and Ukraine, rather than the conflict in the Middle East. He emphasized that the situation in the fuel market is not a result of events in that region.
Impact of Russian Refineries on the Global Market
In his statement, Trump noted that the events in Russia have a significantly greater impact on the diesel fuel situation. He stated that Russian oil refineries (refineries) are being taken out of operation at a "worrying speed," which he believes is the main cause of the global diesel fuel problems.
Diesel Fuel Prices
According to data from GlobalPetrolPrices, the average global price of diesel fuel in the second quarter of 2026 rose by 32.9% compared to the same period last year. This indicates serious issues in the fuel market, which Trump attributes to Russian refineries.
Trump's Previous Calls
President Trump has repeatedly urged Ukraine to refrain from attacking Russian refineries, believing that such actions only worsen the situation in the global fuel market. Currently, according to available information, there have been no attacks on Russian refineries this week.