Diesel deal with Russia "out of the question": Merz
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday that the recent agreement between the United States and Russia regarding diesel exports is "out of the question" for Germany and Europe.
Speaking at a press conference in Berlin, Merz said Germany is adhering to the sanctions against Russia and pledged continued support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can fully rely on both Germany and Europe, said Merz.
On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump and then Trump announced an agreement with Putin for Russia to supply diesel fuel to the United States and global markets.
On Saturday, the Russian government partially lifted restrictions on diesel fuel exports that had been in effect since the beginning of 2026.
