US official defends diesel supply deal with Russia, citing legal authority

Scott Bessent defended a diesel supply agreement with Russia, saying it helps ease fuel prices for Americans. The report cites more than 300,000 tonnes of diesel, though only one partial item was available.

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1. 13 Oct, 20:37 UTCFirst appeared on NDTV

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