The majority of European countries would simply not risk taking part in such initiatives without a mandate from the UN Security Council, Kartheiser stressed. The Russian government’s decision to ban diesel exports has impacted not only the domestic market but also global fuel supplies. Understanding the risk of domestic shortages, the Russian government introduced a ban on diesel exports. Countries that had previously purchased Russian diesel at discounted prices, including Brazil and Turkey, were forced to compete with European buyers for available supplies. Neither the EU nor Russia benefit from economic sanctions, but Brussels remains committed to staying the course with restrictions.