Trump says Ukraine and Russia have agreed 'energy ceasefire'
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Summary
President Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop strikes on each other's energy facilities immediately, calling it an "energy ceasefire." Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the news was new to him but that Ukraine would support the idea if Russia agrees, while Moscow has not commented.Key Facts
- President Trump announced an "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine regarding attacks on energy infrastructure.
- Ukraine's President Zelensky was surprised by the claim and awaits clear details from the US.
- Zelensky said Ukraine is ready to stop striking Russian energy targets if Russia does the same.
- After Trump's statement, Russia struck energy sites in Kyiv and the Kharkiv region, causing power outages and casualties.
- Both Russia and Ukraine have been attacking each other's energy facilities, aiming to disrupt war funding and operations.
- The US struck a recent deal with Russia to allow diesel exports to help lower global fuel prices amid Iran-related tensions.
- European leaders expressed support for an energy truce.
- Zelensky said Ukraine would hold elections if Russia agreed to a 60-day full ceasefire, despite wartime challenges.
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