Impact of Russian Crude Fuel Imports in the UK

Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine could receive a £1bn boost after Sir Keir Starmer watered down sanctions on Russian oil, experts have said.

The Prime Minister has allowed some imports of diesel and jet fuel derived from Russian crude into the UK following a surge in prices… pic.twitter.com/6Z0ipE1ymh

— The Telegraph (@Telegraph) May 22, 2026