The global diesel market is entering a new phase of structural tightening, with fresh EU sanctions targeting refined fuels from Russian crude force a realignment of trade flows across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Under measures confirmed on Monday by EU officials, imports of diesel and gasoil processed in third countries such as India and Turkey will be barred starting in 2026 in a move designed to close circumvention loopholes that have preserved Russian fuel access to European markets. According to Reuters, up to 20% of current European…