Trump claims Russia and Ukraine agree to 'energy ceasefire' despite continued attacks
Also reported by BBC US, Al Jazeera, Axios, France24
Summary
President Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine agreed to stop attacking each other's energy systems, but Ukraine reported continued Russian strikes after his statement. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the news but said attacks on energy sites, including in Kharkiv, were still happening.Key Facts
- President Trump announced an immediate "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine without providing details.
- Ukraine reported ongoing Russian attacks on energy infrastructure even after Trump's announcement.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said drones and bombs targeted power plants, including one in Kharkiv.
- Ukraine offered to stop attacking Russian energy sites if Russia stopped attacks on its energy system.
- Russia has used attacks on Ukraine’s power, heat, and water supply to weaken public resistance to the war.
- Zelenskyy called on President Trump to help persuade Russia to agree to stop hitting energy infrastructure.
- Ukraine wants a ceasefire of 60 days to hold safe elections, but the war and legal rules make this difficult.
- Zelenskyy remains president past his term until new elections can be safely held despite legal and security challenges.
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