A nod to the Kremlin. It's about a "symbolic" fund.

In discussions with the U.S., Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, pushed for lifting sanctions to facilitate Russian diesel transport to the U.S. A U.S. official confirmed that the administration is considering this request as part of efforts to improve U.S.-Russia relations and end the war. Dmitriev has been praised as a helpful envoy in negotiations. Recent talks have also included discussions on selling foreign assets of the Russian oil giant Lukoil and potential investments in gas extraction in Alaska. The Biden administration labeled the fund as a symbol of Russian corruption, while Dmitriev has gained influence through connections with Trump officials.