Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to 'energy ceasefire'
Also reported by Al Jazeera, Axios, The Hill
Summary
President Donald Trump announced on his social media platform that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop attacking each other's energy infrastructure. Neither Russia nor Ukraine has officially confirmed this energy ceasefire.Key Facts
- President Trump stated there is an immediate energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
- The ceasefire involves halting strikes on energy facilities, like power plants and oil refineries.
- Ukraine and Russia have not confirmed this agreement.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine is willing to stop attacking Russian oil refineries if Russia stops attacking Ukraine’s energy sites.
- This announcement comes after a rise in deadly strikes on energy infrastructure during the conflict.
- There is ongoing tension between President Trump and President Zelensky, especially around a deal to ease sanctions on Russian diesel fuel.
- The conflict continues to affect power supplies and cause damage to energy networks.
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