Watch: What's behind Trump's energy ceasefire claim?
The BBC examines Donald Trump's claim regarding an energy ceasefire and his announcement of a deal to import Russian diesel. The report questions the feasibility and context of these claims amidst high fuel prices and geopolitical tensions.
Why it matters
Energy policy and international trade deals significantly impact domestic inflation and global geopolitical stability.
Moscow is yet to comment on the announcement and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky told US media it was "news to me".
Trump also recently announced a US deal to import Russian diesel, in an attempt to bring the fuel price down ahead of the midterm elections.
The price of diesel in the US has been high since the start of the war with Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
The BBC's Joe Inwood examines Trump's announcement and what might mean for the president ahead of the midterm election.
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