Trump Says Kyiv and Moscow Will Stop Targeting Energy Infrastructure
What Happened
Donald Trump said that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to stop attacking each other's energy infrastructure, arguing that such strikes have contributed to a global diesel shortage and record-high diesel prices in the US. Trump recently urged Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop targeting Russian oil refineries and diesel facilities. However, neither Kyiv nor Moscow has independently confirmed that an agreement has been reached.
Key Takeaways
If confirmed, the reported understanding could help stabilize fuel supplies and reduce pressure on global diesel markets. However, with both sides yet to officially verify the claim, the prospect of an energy truce remains uncertain as the Russia-Ukraine war continues.