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Why is Russia's ban important?
Russia is a major global exporter of diesel. When they prolong an export ban, it reduces the overall supply of diesel available worldwide. With less supply but continued demand, the price naturally goes up, affecting countries like the US and indirectly influencing global market prices.
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