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Watch: What's behind Trump's energy ceasefire claim?

Watch: What's behind Trump's energy ceasefire claim?

Summary

President Donald Trump said that Ukraine and Russia agreed to an immediate "energy ceasefire." However, Russia has not responded, and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said he was unaware of this agreement. Trump also announced a U.S. deal to import Russian diesel to help lower fuel prices before the midterm elections.

Key Facts

  • President Trump announced an "energy ceasefire" between Ukraine and Russia.
  • Moscow (Russia) has not yet commented on the ceasefire claim.
  • Ukraine’s President Zelensky said the claim was "news to me," indicating no knowledge of the agreement.
  • Trump announced a deal for the U.S. to import Russian diesel fuel.
  • The diesel import deal aims to reduce high fuel prices in the U.S.
  • Diesel prices have been high due to the war with Iran and a blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The announcements come ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.
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