# Zelensky Calls Trump’s Decision to Lift Russian Diesel Sanctions Weak

By Riza Dagoc

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Published: 2026-10-09T21:18:38.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-09T21:18:38.000Z
Section: Regulation

> The Ukrainian president said the move looked like a birthday present for Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned President Trump’s decision to lift sanctions on Russian diesel imports, calling the move weak.

“It is, in my view, a weak decision,” Zelensky said. He also said the move “looks like a happy birthday present for Putin.”

The decision changes restrictions on Russian diesel imports.

Zelensky criticized the decision and linked it to Putin.

Zelensky made the comments Friday, Oct. 9.