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How could the diesel deal and oil revenue affect Moscow's military and economic operations?

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Diesel deal may fuel Russian military deployment and energy exports from Moscow The diesel deal, which allows Moscow to supply up to 5 million metric tons of diesel to global markets in exchange for eased US sanctions on Russian fuel, provides a source of revenue for Russia. Reports indicate that Russia uses any revenue received from oil sales to finance more bombs and drones for its military. This funding supports the military deployment that conducts massive attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, which is an operational function centered in Moscow.

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The facts so far

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  • Moscow would supply up to 5 million metric tons of diesel to US and global markets under the diesel deal.nypost.com
  • Russia will use any revenue it receives from oil sales to finance more bombs and drones.nypost.com
  • Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure on Wednesday, killing civilians.nypost.com

Why it matters

The ability of Moscow to generate and utilize revenue from energy exports is critical to sustaining its military operations in Ukraine. This funding allows Russia to continue its assault on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, which has already caused extensive damage and civilian casualties.

This diesel deal is viewed by some analysts as rewarding Moscow while giving Russia no compelling reason to change its course of action. The deal also risks undermining American credibility on key national security challenges and could potentially expand Iran’s missile stockpile.

What we don't know yet

  • How will the increased military deployment affect the stability of the Persian Gulf?
  • Will the Russian refining capacity be able to fix itself in the months ahead?

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What would change this answer

Kyiv continues to strike Russian energy infrastructureThis would delay Russia's timeline for fixing its own refining capacity, potentially limiting the economic benefits of the diesel deal.
The White House increases pressure on countries to decrease dependence on Russian energyThis would counteract the diesel deal, potentially reducing the revenue stream available to Moscow for military financing.

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