Estonia to Europe: Stop Buying Russian Diesel, Hit Their Refineries

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal will urge European leaders next week to help Ukraine destroy Russia's oil refineries. His call comes after Washington eased sanctions on Russian diesel. Michal will raise the issue at the European Council meeting. He argues that buying Russian fuel funds the war against Ukraine. The Prime Minister's push marks a shift in tone. The United States recently loosened restrictions on Russian diesel exports, a move critics say weakens pressure on Moscow. Estonia, a NATO member bordering Russia, has been one of Ukraine's strongest supporters. Michal wants Europe to tighten—not loosen—its stance on Russian energy.