A Tanker with the first load Russian diesel for the USA, according to shipping data, is interrupting its journey off the US east coast. The ship’s destination has not yet been determined, said the Greek operating company Eastmed. The tanker is waiting for instructions.
In October, US President Donald Trump surprisingly announced an agreement with the government in Moscow on diesel imports from Russia in order to reduce fuel prices before the US congressional elections.
However, New Jersey’s Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill warned local port authorities and terminal operators not to accept the Russian diesel because it violates federal law.