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Trump defends Russia diesel deal after bipartisan pushback

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CNBC reports that Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the U.S. decision to ease sanctions on Moscow plays into Russia's hands.

The outlets described the renewed political backlash around the Russia diesel deal as Trump defended the move after bipartisan criticism.

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CNBC MarketsTrump defends Russia diesel deal after bipartisan pushback: 'I made the right choice'
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